Garlic Shrimp & Calamari on Fava
A couple of years ago, during one of my Supper Clubs, I served pan-seared calamari on a bed of fava. In Greek cookery, fava refers to a puree made from yellow split peas. My friends at BuyGreek.shop sell an excellent fava product that cooks quickly, possesses a gorgeous yellow colour and most importantly, they taste […]
Feta Brined Roasted Chicken Breast
If you’re Greek (or a Feta luvah), you have Feta cheese in your fridge and for the purposes of this recipe, you have Feta brine. The salt content in the brine is similar to that of making your brine. Brining is a wonderful way to keep your protein juicy and tasty. Feta brine is something […]
Whole Roast Cauliflower with Ranch Tzatziki
During the lockdown(s), I missed going out to restaurants to see friends and of course to try out new dishes or order my favourite dishes. One dish I enjoy ordering from Mediterranean and Levantine restaurants is whole roasted cauliflower. It’s a dish where you eat with your eyes first (ain’t she pretty) and then to […]
Fillet Mignon with Mushroom & Metaxa Cream Sauce
In today’s recipe I take a classic; beef with a brandy and cream sauce and give it a little Greek twist, using Metaxa brandy. I add some mushrooms and simmer the beef in this rich sauce. A showstopper dish that’s easy to prepare. Metaxa can be found at most liquor stores and it adds a […]
Kalofagas Lamb Ribs
Ontario has always had high quality lamb and it’s a good thing. Greeks eat lamb for Sunday dinners, weekdays on occasion and of course, for Easter. Not everyone likes lamb but year by year more people are discovering this delicious meat that is versatile (oven or grill), not gamey at all and above all, delicious! […]
Pan Seared Fish in Tomato Caper Olive Sauce
Here’s a quick, delicious fish meal that will give you that Greek taverna feel and…it can be made on a weeknight too!
Roast Lamb Chops & Potatoes
This recipe is a fabulous way to enjoy lamb, especially those who don’t have a grill or perhaps even a leg of lab is too big for your Sunday lunch.
