It might seem incongruous to include soy sauce in recipes that embrace the traditions of the wider Mediterranean, such as these shrimp skewers with Mediterasian Flavors. But the truth is that chefs, at least in Greece, have been incorporating this ancient condiment into Greek recipes for years now. Be judicious with your use of salt […]
Bread salads abound across the Mediterranean and were typically a way to make use of leftover bread. Remember, the Mediterranean diet and the Ikaria diet are both about making use of everything and eating a balanced diet in good measure. Always add your bread or rusk to this salad or any bread salad just before […]
When summer arrives, it’s time for slow eating with friends, seafood served up on tables set right next to the sea, and Greece’s iconic summery slow-drinking beverage: ouzo!
Whenever I want an easy go-to midweek recipe I often turn to pasta, and this orzo cucumber Greek salad is one of my favorites. It’s a great summer dish and can easily be served warm, at room temperature or even chilled.
This grilled mozzarella sandwich with tomatoes and basil attests to how delicious the simple flavors of a Mediterranean summer can be. It's a classic Mediterranean diet recipe and great quick snack. I make a meal of this, using great Greek tomatoes and basil from my garden and serving this classic grilled cheese sandwich with a […]
Summer Cooking and Greek olive oil have a natural sympatico! Greek cooking is all about fruits and vegetables, which grow prolifically in Greece’s sunny, hot climate. And since raw ingredients are so delicious here, Greek cooking focuses on letting their innate quality shine through simple recipes and preparations. Essentially, the idea here is that food […]
REPLACING NUTS WITH SEEDS Nuts are such an important and nutritious component of the Mediterranean diet, and, of course, of the way people eat and snack in the Blue Zones. Yes, so many people are now allergic to nuts that consuming them can be problematic. Nuts aren’t just nutrition powerhouses; they also provide great texture, […]
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT FETA: Feta is a traditional Greek brine cheese always made with either sheep’s milk or sheep and goat’s milk. It is also a PDP cheese, which stands for Protected Designation of Origin, meaning that real feta can only be made in specific places within Greece. These places are recognized for their […]
Throughout the Eastern Mediterranean, yogurt is a basic ingredient, the use of which dates back thousands of years, and throughout the region, yogurt is enjoyed at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, in a variety of interesting, sweet, and savory ways. It’s popular in this part of the world in part because of its cooling abilities, and […]
