Ekmek Kataifi
One 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 original […]
Meze Cooking Classes in Montreal
Join me in Montreal for two Greek Meze cooking classes, to be held on Friday October 25th (evening 7 – 10pm) and Saturday, October 26th (afternoon 2 – 5pm). Location is in Mile End (4851 Rue de Bullion) About this Event I will show you how to prepare the following dishes: Horta Tsigarista […]
Recap – Carnivale Greek Supper Club
A couple of weekends ago I hosted a Greek Carnival-themed Supper Club. It was a meat-heavy menu: lamb, pork, sausage, beef and cheese! All dishes were prepared using Cretan olive oil from Nisos Importing and Greek wines and beverages being poured by Apostolos Gerakinis. Thank you as well to Portioli Coffee Canada for serving cups […]
Recap – Μπάρμπεκιου – Greek Supper Club
Last weekend I hosted my annual outdoor Greek Supper Club at the Manor (Bob Rumball Centre). The weather was perfect: no humidity and not a cloud in the sky! Nisos Importing provided Cretan Olive oil, Balsamic Vinegar and other specialty items from Greece for the dinner. Wine Connoisseur Apostolos Gerakinis poured Greek wines throughout the evening. […]
Recap Mare Nostrum: A Fish and Seafood Supper Club
Last month many of us stepped away from all the meat and rich foods that were indulged during the festive season. It’s become a Kalofagas tradition to celebrate the new year with a fish and seafood themed Greek Supper Club. January 21st was a delicious devening of fish and seafood dishes at Toronto’s St. Lawrence […]
Kalofagas 2015 Christmas Greek Supper Club Recap
Happy New Year! May 2016 bring you lots of prosperity, opportunity and above all, good health. I finally got the photos from last month’s Greek Christmas dinner and the wait was worth it! Melissa Kay outdid herself capturing the essence of the evening. Great food, good “parea” and good wine. The theme of the dinner […]
Greek Christmas Recipe Round-Up
I decided to organize some Christmas dishes for you to consider when you’re planning your Christmas, holiday and New Year’s menus. These are some options divided simply in savory and sweet categories. Eat when you drink, drink when you eat and reach out and invite someone extra to the table. You’ll feel good! Savory Greek […]
A la Greque, Kalofagas Greek Supper Club in Montreal
Join me for an intimate Greek Supper Club where a small group of 10 persons enjoy a home cooked meal during my stay in Montreal’s Plateau district. This evening’s theme will be A la Greque…Greek dishes with a touch of French! Menu: Appetizers: Greek Poutine, Duck Confit Baklava, Aubergine Caviar on Baguette with petimezi, chives, […]
Greek Easter Recipe Round-Up
Many of you have visited my Recipe Round-Up for Lent and I hope that I’ve helped you find some interesting dishes to break-up the monotony of the usual Lenten fare. We’re fast approaching Greek Easter and preparations are already beginning in my household! Greek Easter is centered around lamb or goat and the whole day […]
Serano Bakery
Serano Bakery http://www.seranobakery.com/ Where: 830 Pape Ave, East York, ON M4K 3T5 (416) 462-2735 Owners: Sophie and Chris and Kostas Takas The Goods: Serano Bakery offers breads, cakes for all occasions, Greek sweets, homemade pies, phyllo based sweets like Baklava, cookies, puddings. Try their revani, kataifi, kariokes or chocolate baklava. My brother and sister-in-law ordered […]