Traditional Greens and Pumpkin Pies from Ikaria (Pitarakia) Ingredients (for 50 yields) For the dough: 4 1/2 cups flour 1 scant tsp salt 4 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp vinegar 300 gr. water For the filling: 1 pumpkin, about 1 ½ kg, peeled and diced 4 onions, chopped ½ cup olive oil 1 bunch of […]
Pumpkin is used readily in many Greek dishes, sweet and savory. This is one of many different regional pumpkin pies. You can find a rnge of great Greek honey on my online store here.
Here is a regional variation on a Greek classic. This recipe comes from the Aegean islands and is a wonderful addition to holiday and Sunday tables.
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This is a perfect example of gourmet on the cheap, at home! For a lovingly curated array of Greek ingredients to pair with this recipe, check out my online store here.
This week, Dialogos Radio is excited to feature an interview with the world-renowned chef, author, and culinary expert Diane Kochilas, as part of the Dialogos Interview Series. Kochilas, who is known as the “Greek Food Guru,” will discuss her latest endeavors, including her new book, “Ikaria: Lessons on Food, Life, and Longevity From the Island Where People Forget […]
Trahana is one of the world’s oldest foods. Try making your own, as in this recipe, or buying it (my favorite is the sour kind). You can find trahana and a range of many lovingly curated Greek ingredients on my online store here.
Nuts are a basic ingredient in countless Greek recipes, from Ikaria and from Greece in general. Not too far from our village is a small mountain village called “Karidyes,” or “Walnut Trees.” We have walnut, chestnut and almond trees growing on our property; we pick the feathery blossoms of wild pistachio trees down the road […]
I am thrilled to be in this issue of PBS’ Avenue!
Easy, no-fuss fish soup that is filled with healthy vegetables, too!