Pay it Back With Food
If you recall, I go to the beach twice a day, each day for a swim. Our family’s been swimming in Nea Kallikratia, Halkidiki since our family vacation in 1980. Between now and then, we’ve met plenty of people – made some good friends. One of the benefits of these friendships from beach-folk is sometimes […]
Anogeia Lamb With Macaronia
This dish is inspired by a recipe I’ve seen in a few Greek cookbooks and the recipe involves lamb (or goat), boiling the pasta in meat stock and the result is a meal that tastes way more complex than the ingredient list would lead you to believe. The village of Anogeia is located over 700 […]
Modiano Market (Αγορά-Μοδιάνο)
I gave you a tour of the Kapani Market of Thessaloniki (a few days ago) and I mentioned that the Modiano Agora (market) was also nearby. The two markets really operate in tandem, separated merely by concrete, Ermou Street. The Modiano Market got it’s name from Ely Modiano, the architect who designed this arcade that […]
The Bounty of One Hundred Metres and Prassotigania
One thing I was determined to do during this past vacation in Greece was to bring my camera everywhere (almost everywhere) I go. There were many times when I regretted not bringing my camera. That perfect photo, the surprise moment that needed to be captured or, just for the sake of taking photos. Mission accomplished…I […]
Shrimp Saganaki
Saganaki is a cooking term that’s used to described many a Greek dish. It goes well beyond just the flaming the cheese dish you see served at Greek restaurants with the usual “OPA” being shouted by the well-scripted waiter. A “sagani” is the cooking vessel with two handles, like the one you see my photos. […]
Eggplant Fritters (Μελιτζανοκεφτέδες)
About a year ago, I was surprised but also pleased to see another example of overlap occurring in different cuisines. Jenn, The Leftover Queen shared a post about her mother-in-law’s exquisite cooking, which included eggplant patties from Sardinia. Greeks also make eggplant fritters and these are remarkably easy to make and they are long on […]
Grilled Lamb Chops
One of the most enjoyable grilling centerpieces for Greeks (or anyone that enjoys the outdoor grill) would have to be lamb chops. There are a few approaches…grill the whole rack and cut into individual chops, add an herb & crumb crust, marinades, spice variations….you name it! Like any dish that turns out wonderfully, the key […]
Rocket, Pear and Feta Salad
STOP THE PRESSES!!! Toronto’s experiencing some seasonal hot weather and it’s a long weekend up here, in honour of Lord Simcoe. I’ve been busy getting ready for my vacation to Greece, getting my affairs in order, making sure all my “ducks are in a row” and eating with what’s left in the fridge. When I […]
Greek Macaroni & Cheese
Toronto is experiencing one the coolest summers and definitely a wet one with a couple of rainfalls a day. The thermometer has breached 30 Celsius a mere three times. Toronto has also seen some labour unrest with some summer strikes (major one being a strike by the city’s garbage collectors). Me thinks summer is on […]
Mussels Saganaki
When visiting Thessaloniki and the surrounding areas, chances are you’ll dine at one of the many tavernas that offer fish and seafood. Thessaloniki is Greece’s second largest city and its port is located on the Thermaic Gulf. Upon sitting down with your friends, the waiter will clean and set your table, bring bottles of water […]
