This Taramosalata (Greek Fish Roe Dip) is smooth and creamy, with only five ingredients! The fish roe is blended with bread and canola oil for a smooth and light texture, as well as onion and lemon juice for that slightly tangy flavour. Growing up, one […]
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Moussaka (Minced Beef, Eggplant and Potato Bake)
This Mediterranean classic is a staple in many Greek households, including mine. It features layers of tender eggplant, thinly sliced potatoes, a rich tomato meat sauce, and topped with a creamy béchamel sauce. Baked to golden perfection, it is a comforting and flavourful meal that […]
Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono)
This traditional Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (Avgolemono) is made from just a handful of ingredients – tender whole chicken, hearty rice, and a creamy egg-lemon sauce. It’s guaranteed to warm you up and leave you wanting more. My mum’s recipe for Avgolemono Soup follows her […]
Greek Salad
Versatile and vibrant, Greek Salad is the ideal sidekick to any main dish, but with its fresh flavours and wholesome ingredients, it shines just as brightly when savoured solo. Greek salad, also known as Horiatiki Salata, or village salad, is a staple in Greek households […]
Greek Easter Cookies (Koulourakia)
These traditional Greek Easter Cookies are gently infused with brandy, vanilla, and a hint of lemon zest for an unforgettable melt-in-your-mouth experience. While your typical pantry might contain some version of a shortbread cookie, a typical Greek pantry will have Koulourakia (pronounced koo-loo-ra-kee-ah). We make […]
Tsoureki (Greek Easter Sweet Bread)
You’ll love this Tsoureki recipe as it has a subtle flavour of spices that don’t overpower the sweet bread, and a secret ingredient that makes it lighter and fluffier for days! I remember the first time I made brioche as part of a cooking course. […]