Recap – Classic Greek Supper Club
Last week marked the return of my Greek Supper Club try at a new venue called The Column Event Space, located in East York. A full house, a great food and service despite the challenges of hosting at a new venue. My team and I had a blast! Thank you for the wine pairings selected […]
Lasagna Bolognese
I am still on “team bechamel” when it comes to lasagnas as opposed to ricotta. The bechamel allows one to pre-make a lasagna, make/freeze/bake or enjoy a moist lasagna the next day without it drying out.
Seared Scallops & Lemon Kritharaki
The first time I had scallops was I went with some buddies to Ft. Lauderdale for March Break back in 1986.
Recap Greek Summer Supper Club
One of my favourite dinners to host are my “al fresco” Supper Clubs held in the courtyard at the Bob Rumble Manor. This past July I hosted an all fish/seafood dinner paired with Greek wines and lots of Greek extra-virgin olive oil in all the dishes. A thank you to MT Foods for providing many […]
Recap – All-Time Classics Greek Supper Club
Last Sunday, I hosted my latest Supper Club…this one with a menu filled with all-time classics and a few twists in the mix. Thank you to NT Foods for the olive oil, balsamic, Feta and many other imported ingredients from Greece. Thank you to Apostolos Gerakinis for pouring Greek wines from Celebrity Wines and United […]
Tyrokafteri with Drunken Figs
At my last Greek Supper Club, I served this meze offering of Tyrokafteri paired with drunken figs. Both are recipes of mine and I simply put the two together and the result is a sinful and delicious meze.
Recap – Mother’s Day Lunch May 8th
Last Sunday was Mother’s Day and I was delighted to once again host this special lunch to honour these wonderful ladies in our lives. A sold out event, lots of great food and Greek wines, poured by Apostolos Gerakinis with thanks. Cretan olive oil, balsamic vinegar and Greek pita bread furnished by MT Foods with […]
Dinner with Chef Peter Minaki in Summit, NJ May 26th
After a two year pause, I am excited to be returning to cook at Marco Polo Restaurant in Summit, New Jersey on Thursday, May26th. Here’s your chance to experience my Greek Supper Club! The dinner is organized under the auspices of The Greek American Chamber of Commerce. Non-members may attend, dinner + wine is $50. […]
Grilled Lobster with Red Curry Ouzo Sauce
There are many styles of curries (Indian, Japanese, West Indian) but this one is a thai-style.
Recap: Greek Independence Day Supper Club
Last night I hosted a Greek Supper Club commemorating Greek Independence Day, complete with a Lent-friendly 5-course menu. Greek wines and spirits were poured by my friends at Kolonaki Group. Many specialty products from Greece were provided by BuyGreek.shop, including Cretan olive oil and balsamic vinegar at your table. MENU Appetizers Gigantes Beans With […]
