OPA!
Ever see this flaming dish at a Greek taverna? Ever hear the Greek waiter shout OPA? This next dish is inspired by the many Greek restaurants, eateries and tavernas that serve up this style of fried cheese to a clientele that never ceases to tire of this ritual. Whoever said presentation never mattered to a […]
Beets (παντζάρια)
It’s winter time and yes, the beet dishes are all over the internet, in your markets, in your grocery bags and on your table. I can remember beets beyond a part of my family’s cuisine since I was a young, Greek “palikari”. I’m going to show you beets done 2 ways: the first is the […]
Figs In Mavrodaphne With Manouri
Last year I found many recipes for this Greek dessert on the internet. I’ve patiently waited for the winter to come so that I may finally try this recipe. This post is a long time coming. I haven’t had a sweet fig since I got back from Greece in September of last year. I love […]
The Ultimate Cheesecake
I’ve been enjoying this recipe for cheesecake for a few years. It’s simply the ultimate, as in Tyler Florence’s Ultimate Cheesecake. Just by merely looking at the Wikipedia entry on cheesecake, I learned that there are many approaches to cheesecake from many countries , that cheesecakes were even being made in Greco-Roman times! It […]
Potatoes "au Gratin" With Onions
When I first got back from my vacation I was jet-lagged, very relaxed, my mind was still on a beach in Greece and mentally I was nowhere near thinking of how to satisfy my hunger and ultimately, share my food with you. Fast forward to a month from returning from Europe and I now have […]
Whipped Potatoes Souffle
This recipe is made with leftover mashed potatoes but you could also make this as a “make ahead” dish – they will turn out beautiful and delicious! You could also serve these individually – just grease the ramekins and dust with breadcrumbs to offer a golden crust. Whipped Potatoes Souffle (serves 4-6) 3 cups of […]