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There’s nothing like the taste of beautiful village sausages. There are many types but my favourite are the ones that also include leeks. Here’s a recipe to try:- What you need… 2 onions 2 tbsp. olive oil 2 cloves of garlic 1 kg potatoes  (baby potatoes my favourite for this …

SOUJOUKAKIA SMIRNEYIKA – SPICY MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE Taking their name from the area of Smirni, in Mikrasia – Asia Minor, these small sausage-like meatballs contain the distinct cumin for flavour. Ingredients: – for approx 8 portions 1 kilo mince meat Ι use beef but lamb can also be used …

Whether you love them or hate them, the fact is that olives are not only nutritious but shield the heart and should not be missing from your table. Olives: The “treasure” for lowering cholesterol Our visitors are looking for them every summer, if not through the groves; and even if …

You may serve this dish with vegetables of your desire, potatoes fried or baked. A typical Greek dish is served with spaghetti, topped with grated Zakynthian local cheeese. Ingredients: 1 1/2kg (3lb) Sirlon or top side or blade steak in one piece. 125g (4oz) butter salt and pepper 1/2 cup …

Navel organges are coming into season and an orange pie is just what is needed, especially now that the cooler weather is settling in. There are many different recipes for organge pie or portokalopita in Greek here is a simple version.   For the orange pie:   1 packet of …

The authentic Bolognese sauce is made with pieces of meat and cream!! Well that’s what Yiayia says… Here’s the recipe she gave me…. believe you me I was watching with interest. What you need:- 750 gr. minced beef 2 onions, finely chopped 1 sc. garlic, finely chopped 6 tbsp. olive …

Here is Yiayia’s recipe for “spanakopita strifti”. Obviously she has used farm fresh ingredients and has made sure the pastry is home-made. If you want, in place of the “puff pastry” ingredients you may choose to buy ready made. With the recipe below you can make two pies. Recipe ingredients …

This Creamy and super tasty dish is the perfect starter for a cold winter’s day. If you’ve been looking for a fava recipe that actually tastes like the one served in Greece, then you have to try this authentic Greek fava recipe. Serve as a delicious appetizer or dip with …

Kleftiko is a traditional Greek slow-cooked stew, usually made from pork or lamb, potatoes, hard cheese and Mediterranean herbs. Here’s what you need;- Ingredients – up to 6 servings 1 1/2 kilos pork with bone, cut into large pieces 1 to 2 pieces per portion or 1 kilo pork without …

Insider” named Greece as the best place to visit in 2020 based on a poll where thousands of viewers voted. Something that would not surprise most of our members— with so many amazing islands to visit, areas rich in history,  the most amazing cuisine, spectacular views of sunsets, only to …