Classic Greek Salad (Horiatiki)
The real village salad from Crete - no lettuce, just ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and good …
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Lemon Herb Grilled Fish
Simple grilled fish the way we make it on the coast of Crete - just lemon, olive oil, and fresh …
Chickpea Stew with Spinach
A hearty Greek stew that my yiayia made every week - chickpeas, greens, and plenty of olive oil.
Spanakopita (Greek Spinach Pie)
Flaky phyllo filled with spinach and feta - the recipe my mother brought from Crete.
Fasolada (Greek White Bean Soup)
The national dish of Greece - humble white bean soup that's kept our people healthy for centuries.
Grilled Lamb Chops with Herbs
Simple herb-marinated lamb chops grilled over charcoal - Easter Sunday food, any day of the week.
Gemista (Greek Stuffed Peppers)
Peppers and tomatoes stuffed with herbed rice - my mother made these every summer when vegetables …
Tzatziki with Warm Pita
Cool, garlicky cucumber yogurt sauce - no Greek table is complete without it.
Mediterranean Vegetable Bake (Briam)
Layers of summer vegetables roasted slow with olive oil and herbs - pure vegetable heaven.
Greek Yogurt with Honey and Walnuts
The simplest Greek dessert - thick yogurt, wild honey, and crunchy walnuts. Perfect.