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arakas-latheros-in-a -bowl
Mains

Arakas Latheros (Greek Peas with Potatoes and Carrots)

Arakas Latheros (Greek Peas with Potatoes and Carrots) is a simple, nourishing, and flavour-packed stew that’s perfect for weeknight dinners. Tender green peas, potatoes, and carrots are gently cooked in a light tomato and olive oil sauce, allowing the natural sweetness of the vegetables to […]

Papoutsakia - Greek stuffed eggplant- on a plate.
Mains

Papoutsakia (Greek Stuffed Eggplant)

These Papoutsakia are a delicious, lighter twist on Moussaka (Minced Beef, Eggplant and Potato Bake), perfect when you want all the flavour but a quicker, lower-carb version. Soft roasted eggplants are filled with a tomato-based mince mixture, topped with creamy béchamel, and baked until golden […]

fish soup psaropsoupa in a bowl
Mains, Soups

Greek Fish Soup (Psarosoupa)

This Greek Fish Soup (Psarosoupa) is made with fresh fish, vegetables and rice, and is light, lemony and full of flavour. It’s pure comfort in a bowl – perfect for those cooler days or when you just want a simple and nourishing meal. Greek Fish […]

Greek Cabbage Salad - Lahanosalata in a bowl
Salads, Sides

Greek Cabbage Salad (Lahanosalata)

This Greek Cabbage Salad is fresh, simple and packed with flavour! Made with just a handful of ingredients and a simple olive oil and lemon dressing, it’s a healthy side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal. Greek Cabbage Salad, or Lahanosalata, is a staple […]

Yemista - Greek Stuffed Tomatoes with Rice on a plate
Mains

Yemista (Greek Stuffed Vegetables with Rice and Minced Meat)

There’s something special about Yemista (Greek Stuffed Vegetables with Rice and Minced Meat). The combination of tender vegetables, a flavourful rice and minced meat filling, all baked in a rich tomato sauce, makes this a truly satisfying meal. Yemista / Gemista brings together simple ingredients […]

Melomakarona - Greek Honey Cookies on a plate
Dessert

Melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies)

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, […]

Fava- yellow split pea puree in a bowl
Dips, Mains, Sides

Fava (Yellow Split Pea Puree)

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 […]

Greek Zucchini Fritters - Kolokithokeftedes on a plate
Appetisers, Sides

Greek Zucchini Fritters (Kolokithokeftedes)

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 […]

Greek Olive Oil Fries - Patates Tiganites, in a bowl with crumbled feta
Mains, Sides

Greek Olive Oil Fries (Patates Tiganites)

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, […]