These Stuffed Vine Leaves, known as Dolmades Yialantzi, are a delicious vegan take on a classic dish. Packed with rice, fresh herb and lots of onions, they are gently simmered in an olive oil and lemon sauce until the leaves are tender and the rice […]
If you love cookies with a hint of spice, then you’ll want to try these Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies). Lightly flavoured with cinnamon and cloves and then soaked in a delicious honey syrup, they’re a must-try. What are Melomakarona? Melomakarona are traditional Greek honey cookies, […]
Greek Fava is the ultimate comfort food. It’s a creamy purée made by gently simmering yellow split peas with onion and olive oil and then finished off with a drizzle of fresh lemon juice. It doesn’t get simpler than this! Greek Fava involves slowly simmering […]
These Greek Zucchini Fritters combine the mild flavour of zucchini with the sharpness of feta, a hint of Parmesan, and the freshness of mint and parsley. Pan-fried in olive oil until golden brown, they’re ideal as a snack or side dish, especially when enjoyed with […]
There’s nothing quite like a batch of Patates Tiganites – the classic Greek-style home-made potato fries. Seasoned with salt and occasionally topped with crumbled feta, oregano, or a squeeze of lemon juice, Greek Olive Oil Fries are perfect on their own or as a simple, […]
These peas, simmered in an olive oil tomato sauce, are a great example of how Greek cuisine can take something as simple as peas and turn it into a flavourful side dish. They’re perfect for adding a little Mediterranean flair to your meal. You can’t […]
Greek Stuffed Cabbage Rolls (Lahanodolmades) are a classic Greek dish perfect for any occasion. Tender cabbage leaves are filled with a mixture of minced beef, rice and herbs, then simmered in a flavourful broth and drizzled with a rich, lemony sauce. Growing up, my mum’s […]
A comforting and hearty dish, perfect for any time of the year, with tender pieces of lamb cooked in a flavourful tomato-based sauce. Greek Lamb and Tomato Stew is destined to become a family favourite in your kitchen. This lamb and tomato stew is packed […]
You’ll love this traditional Greek Pastitsio for its rich layers of pasta, flavourful seasoned meat sauce, and creamy cheese béchamel topping, a dish that’s sure to become a family favourite. This would have to be one of my favourite dishes growing up. Whenever my mum […]