Merenda, The Other Nutella
Jenn, the Leftover Queen just posted a cupcake that contained dates and Nutella. You know, that chocolate spread in a jar that you secretly eat spoonfuls of? Yeah, that choocolate spread. Not to be left out, the Greeks also have their own brand out in the market, called Merenda. While in Greece, I’ve tried both […]
Chillies & Cheese Snack
I recently made a post of a poached pears recipe and a good discussion on Greek words ensued in the comments section. It was revealed that the Greeks have a word for everything. I once witnessed a lecture conducted in English but he exclusively used Greek-routed words. Awesome! If the Greeks have a word for […]
Zucchini Sticks
Years ago, when I was of legal age to drink – no wait. Years ago when I would I would get into a bar underage, it was often for “wing night”. I’d have to say that chicken wings became a bar staple from the mid-1980’s. Back then I worked as a gas bar attendant, part […]
Snacking….Greek Stylez!
When one visits Greece, one drinks. When one drinks in Greece….one eats! Almost always, when out for a drink, the server will provide you and your friends with something to nibble on. It could be nuts, veggies, cold cuts or potato chips. The Greeks have their own tastes and this is even evident with their […]
Paximadia- Greek Toasted Almond Cookies
Paximadia are akin to Biscotti. My mom’s being making these for years but I haven’t had a real appreciation for them until as of late. Paximadia are often served with coffee. They are dry and great for dunkin’. I’m a guy and baking isn’t my strong suit but I was relieved that these cookies turned […]
Arancina
When I was going to school and packin’ a lunch, us finicky suburban kids would get sick & tired of the same old lunch. Ham & cheese again? Egg salad? Corned beef? Greek keftedes sandwich? Not again!!!!!!!! Eventually, the guys would all bemoan the same thing but we had to cope. We began exchanging lunches. […]
Easy Trail Mix Bars
I like snacking and I think we’re all looking for something healthier and of course homemade. I receive Kraft’s What’s Cooking quarterly and I’ve been more attracted to their dessert & sweets recipes. Here’s the recipe: http://www.kraftcanada.com/EN/Recipes/RecipeTemplate?recipe_id=86964 I found this to be both easy and tasty…enjoy! Subscribe to Kalofagas – Pursuit of Delicious Foods
