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3 October 2023
Here in the Mediterranean, we’re all about a good vegetarian recipe! And luckily, Greece is the place to go to indulge in veggie-forward dishes that are luscious, flavorful, and filling. Greek cuisine boasts an abundance of vegetarian options, ranging from rich stews and subtly seasoned stuffed vegetables to various soups, salads, and pilafs. It might be surprising to associate a ...
8 August 2023
Greek cuisine is undeniably characterized by its herbal palette, with herbs taking center stage in most dishes. While warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice do have a place in Greek cooking, it is the abundance and versatility of herbs that truly define the flavors of this culinary tradition. These herbs are used both in fresh and dried forms, ...
31 July 2023
Amidst the peak of the summer produce season, one of my favorite vegetables has made its grand entrance at farmers markets and gardens far and wide: green beans, a wonderfully versatile veggie that effortlessly brings the flavors of the Mediterranean diet to your plate, no matter where you’re based. Embracing the essence of Greek cuisine, numerous classic Mediterranean recipes put ...
16 May 2023
Lots of people ask me if I can suggest a weekly Mediterranean diet or Ikarian diet meal plan, and while I don’t have something per se, mostly because I am not a dietician (and therefore think more like a cook), I can certainly offer up a few tips and ideas for adding variety to your weekly recipe roster, all in ...
4 April 2023
Here in Greece, we’re still deep in the Lenten season, a 49-day period before Easter and a time of spiritual and physical cleansing. It’s a great time to reset, cleanse, and clarify intentions for the year. It also happens to be a great time to get back to the roots of the Mediterranean diet. Interestingly, some of the most delicious Greek foods are cooked during this time.
28 February 2023
So by now, you probably know all about the Mediterranean Diet. It’s something I’ve talked about…well, pretty much every chance I get! This diet is about certain types of recipes, of course, but crucially, it’s also a mindset that can help you consume healthier foods that are good for your body and mind.
16 January 2023
In Greek cooking, vegetables tend to reign supreme, and while I certainly don’t play favorites, there are some that have become pantry staples and necessary components of essential recipes. The onion is one of them, a vital element to so much Greek cooking. They’re grown all over the world, and are related to chives, garlic, leeks, scallions, and shallots - some of the greatest ingredients for adding flavor to any dish!
10 January 2023
Giant beans make the perfect base for a Greek salad that aims to be both light and filling. Giant beans are called gigantes in Greek. This salad has all the important Mediterranean diet ingredients you need, from plant-based protein like beans, to delicious colors and flavors from the fresh vegetables, to olive, capers, and of course extra virgin Greek ...
1 November 2022
Greek-inspired Thanksgiving means a lot of things, but mostly it means a great selection of delicious plant-based recipes to choose from!
11 October 2022
If you’re looking for pumpkin recipes for fall, the Greek kitchen is a good place to look! Pumpkin might not be an ingredient that pops into your mind when you think of fall in the Mediterranean, but even in Greece, when the weather starts to turn colder, you’ll find pumpkins in all kinds of recipes. They tend to skew savory, ...
