This past summer while in Greece I had the pleasure of also visiting Constantinople (Istanbul) for a second time. Prior to heading to this huge foodie destination, I knew (and wanted) to sample the many desserts and sweets that were on offer. This post is more about a dessert that’s taken another form from it’s [...]
Stelios Boutaris of Kir Yanni Wines will host a dinner and wine pairing with Xinomavro at Estiatorio Malena here in ,Toronto this upcoming Monday October 18, email me at truenorth67 AT gmail dot COM to reserve a seat at this intimate dinner The exhibition My Longing Istanbul: Immigration and Stories by Greeks of Istanbul is [...]
Another Thanksgiving in Canada has passed and all that are left are some serving platters to put away and some leftover turkey. I try and choose a turkey that will be just a little more than what we need, ensuring we don’t have to eat turkey for a week! The first course that I served [...]
This past summer (both in Canada and Greece), I found myself experimenting with different pizza dough recipes. I was looking for something easy, great tasting, [...]
If in Amsterdam, stop by the Hermitage and visit the exhibition titled “The Immortal Alexander the Great” Mythos Greek beer hits Australian shores Spotlight on Meganissi, a small green isle on the Ionian coast Snack Taverna in the West Village (Manhattan) offers up Greek with a twist A stop a three Greek eateries in the [...]
This past summer while in Greece I also took a side trip to Istanbul (Constantinople). I had previously gone to Istanbul one other time in ’97. The first time I visited this magical city I had spent most of my time seeing the more touristy sites like Dolmabahce, Blue Mosque, Aghia Sophia, the Egyptian Spice [...]
I know, I know – this dessert isn’t a Greek recipe but there is a Greek connection. This recipe comes from an old friend, Byron Ayanoglu. Byron was a client of mine back in my banking days in the 90′s and although Byron is through n’ through a Montrealer, he lived in Toronto at that [...]
Me thinks this blog is overdue for focusing on a side dish. We all make side dishes to go with our mains and in the blogging perspective, the side dish does get short shrift. The title of this dish translated into English is Rice With Grape Vine Leaves, Raisins and Pine Nuts. What I’ve done [...]
This appetizer meze is one that you will find both in Greece and in the tavernas around the world. The glaring difference in the Cheese Saganaki served in Greece and abroad is that in Greece it will simply be pan-seared and brought to your table. Abroad (Canada, US, Australia, western Europe) you will also get [...]
Animasyros 3.0 – International Animation Festival takes place on the island of Syros until Oct.2nd The Xinomavro grape varietal will be planted in China, another Boutari venture Souvlaki truck brings Greek food to streets of Manhattan A tasting of three Greek wines, Megapanos, Skouras and Notios Olives & Omens: did Greek cuisine portend economic problems? [...]
