Oranges

Nistisima Paximadia (Νηστίσιμα Παξιμαδάκια)

Feb 17th, 2010 | By Peter Minakis
Nistisima Paximadia (Νηστίσιμα Παξιμαδάκια)

Here I am, mid-week into the first week of Lent. The first day is the hardest and then each day it becomes easier and easier. [...]

Posted in Baking, Cookies, Flour, Greek, Lent, Nuts, Oranges, Snacks, Wine | 32 comments


Portokalopita (Πορτοκαλόπιτα)

Feb 2nd, 2010 | By Peter Minakis
Portokalopita (Πορτοκαλόπιτα)

From the photo, can you guess what a Portokalopita is?
Portokalopita is an Greek compound word translated into “orange pie”. The first time I ever saw this dish was recently at my friend Maria’s blog, “Kali Orexi”. I have never before heard of this dessert, I have never ever eaten a Portokalopita. I was awestruck by [...]

Posted in Baking, Dairy, Dessert, English, Featured, Greek, Oranges, Phyllo, Recipes, Sugar, Syrup | 42 comments