Love, Greek Style

On a recent jaunt through the Athens airport, I heard the best sales pitch ever between an English-speaking male tourist and a stout, blond saleswoman at the Hellenic Gourmet Shop (which btw has some of the best Greek gourmet products in town). While examining a jar of walnuts afloat in thick Greek honey, the saleswoman […]
Cretan Bean Soup with Orange Zest / Haniotiki Fasolada

There is nothing quite as comforting as Greek fasolada, one of the best-known, if humble, recipes that comes in many regional variations. To find the authentic Greek olive oil that gives this dish its velvety, sating texture, go to my online store here.
Calamari stuffed with Rice and Pine Nuts

Calamari stuffed with rice is considered an aphrodisiac in the Greek kitchen!