Pumpkin Fritters
Jan 24th, 2010 | By Peter Minakis
A friend of the family’s gave us the big, honkin’ pumpkin last year and the first thing to go were the pumpkin seeds. Salted and [...]
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Cross-Rib Pot Roast
Jan 23rd, 2010 | By Peter Minakis
One of my family’s favourite Sunday meals centers around a Prime Rib Dinner. It’s not a cheap cut of meat (Prime Rib) but it’s fitting for a Sunday meal. From Medieval times, the wealthy used to get to eat the tender, more expensive cuts and the rest of us were left with scraps, offal and [...]
Sea Bream Baked With a Crispy Potato Crust
Dec 17th, 2009 | By Peter Minakis
Those who read my blog on a regular basis know that I prefer eating whole fish rather than fillets. This preference is not an inflexible rule and nor does it mean that one cannot enjoy a fish fillet. Today’s dish features a fillet sliced off of a whole sea bream (porgy). The main reason why [...]
Slow-Roasted Goat With Scalloped Potatoes and Brussel Sprouts
Dec 6th, 2009 | By Peter Minakis
I made this dish last Sunday and if it weren’t for the fact that I’m making Prime Rib today, I’d probably be having this entire meal again. One of the best things about Sunday dinner is that you have lots of time. There’s no real pressure, you can leisurely cook, open a bottle of wine [...]
Lamb Chops (Αρνίσια-παϊδάκια)
Aug 3rd, 2009 | By Peter Minakis
One of the most enjoyable grilling centerpieces for Greeks (or anyone that enjoys the outdoor grill) would have to be lamb chops. There are many approaches…grill the whole rack and cut into individual chops, add an herb & crumb crust, marinades, spice variations….you name it! Like any dish that turns out wonderfully, the key is [...]
Recipe For a Greek Wedding
Jul 23rd, 2009 | By Peter Minakis
In less than two weeks, I’ll be back in Greece again for my vacation. This will be my 20th time and I still get excited about going. I still have some experiences to share from last year’s trip. One of the most cherished memories has to be when I attended a traditional Greek wedding on [...]
Char-grilled Chicken With Potatoes and Vegetables
Jul 16th, 2009 | By Peter Minakis
One of the best ways to inject flavour into meats is with a marinade. Chicken is mild when it comes to meat so there’s alot of room for flavours. As I’ve written before, Greeks prefer their savory foods to remain savory, although some sweetness is tolerated and enjoyed. This marinade for chicken is sure to [...]
Hickory Pork Ribs
Jun 30th, 2009 | By Peter Minakis
One of the first blog posts I wrote was on the subject of ribs. Us Canadians love ribs, we love to grill and in fact you’ll find some of my posts where I grill in the middle of winter! I recently had friends over for a BBQ and although it was mostly a Greek feast, [...]
Pork Chops With a Honey-Mustard Glaze
Jun 13th, 2009 | By Peter Minakis
Today, I’m going to share with you an entire menu that’s cooked on the grill. We’re talking from the protein (pork chops) to the potatoes and even the vegetables (mushrooms) meet the heat. First off are the pork chops. These pork chops are 1/2 inch thick and I left the fat around the outside. You [...]
Making Gnocchi With a Side of Veal Milanese
May 20th, 2009 | By Peter Minakis
Last year I finally splurged and bought myself a pasta maker and although I do still use dried (store bought) pasta, nothing can compare to the ritual and rewarding meal one has with making and eating pasta. Another food journey has taken me to making my own bread. I’ve become kind of a bread snob, [...]
