Recap – Taste of the Ionian Islands
Last summer I embarked on a tour of the Ionian Islands and I’ve come back with many fond memories of the people, the natural beauty of the islands and of course the food. Also know as the Epta Nisia (Seven Islands), the Venetian influence is noticeable in some the names of the dishes and in […]
Cross-Rib Pot Roast
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 […]
Greek Food Gazette 22/01/2010
Patmos, the most idyllic place to live in Europe Low-cost Blue-Air charters offers more flight options to and from Cyprus Stunned by the beauty of Kefallonia’s beaches and bee keepers First dinner for the Greek Heritage Society was a success Bookings are now being accepted for the Kalofagas Culinary Tour set for September If you […]
Avgotaraho (plus a recipe)
Today, I wish to share a dish that uses an ingredient that’s been harvested, salt-cured and enjoyed since Byzantine times. I find it amusing when some people try to predict food trends and declare a certain ingredient as “passe” when the cuisine and ingredient itself have survived the ages.
My Amaretto Mousse Makes it to Greek TV
Last year’s trip to Greece was unique in many ways: it was my 20th visit, I traveled to parts of Greece that were new to me and I met many wonderful new friends. All of these vacation activities enhanced by my presence in this food blog. One of the new friends I made last year […]
Salad of Rocket, Cabbage and Apple
This salad has quickly become my favourite winter starter. During the cold months, my diet shifts into including lots of wholesome soups, perfect for warming the belly in the cold Canadian winter but one mustn’t take your eyes off of other ways to eat your vegetables. I do not eat many salads in the winter […]
Creme Caramel
This is an elegant and easy dessert that one can prepare for an weeknight or for a special occasion. Kids love it too! Creme caramel is very easy to make and almost foolproof…temper your milk and egg/sugar mixture and have a watchful eye your your caramel and you’re rockin’! Creme Caramel (12 – 3 inch […]
Recap of Koutouki Greek Supper Club
“Koutouki“, Definition: a cozy greek casual hang-out taverna Last Sunday I returned to St. Lawrence Market to again host another Greek Supper Club, this time featuring some taverna favourites plus some of my Greek dishes with a twist. All photos captured by Jorja’s Photography Many thanks to Theoni Canada for donating the water. Chris Dedes of […]
Recap – Hasapotaverna Greek Supper Club
Last weekend I hosted an al fresco/outdoor Greek Supper Club for the meat lovers out there. Inspired by the Hasapotavernes (butcher/meat tavernas) in Greece. None of this could have been possible without the kindness of Tony Barkas, who allowed me to use one of his rotisseries. The main event for this dinner was Kontosouvli and […]
Greek Meze Workshop
Join me on Sunday October 22nd and (2nd date added) on November 5th for an afternoon cooking class where I will share my tips and techniques to for preparing some of Greece’s popular meze (appetizer) dishes. Tyrokafteri Feta Dip Fried Calamari Tender Octopus Shrimp Saganaki Zucchini Fritters During the class, participants will sample the mezedes […]