Season 5 of ‘My Greek Table’ Series
This Greek Bean Soup Sandwich (Fasolada Sandwich) brings together Greece’s #1 longevity ingredient—beans—with the vibrant flair of modern Athenian street food. Inspired by Episode 7 of My Greek Table Season 5, “The Flavors of Longevity,” and featured in my book Athens: Food, Stories & Love, this recipe transforms the classic Greek bean soup into […]
This is my lighter spin on a very old northern Greek idea — meat cooked with pickled or fermented cabbage. Traditionally it’s done with pork, but chicken works beautifully and makes the dish more contemporary. In our interview, Dr. Zaoutis talked about how changing the microbiome can change how the immune system behaves — […]
I’ve always loved trahana — that tiny, fermented Greek grain made from milk or yogurt and cracked wheat. It’s one of the world’s oldest comfort foods. I fed it to my kids because it was fast and nourishing, and years later my daughter called me from New York asking where she could buy trahana […]
I love this dish — it’s earthy, comforting, and one of those recipes that taste even better the next day. It brings together two staples of my kitchen: chickpeas and mushrooms, both full of protein and depth of flavor. This recipe was inspired by my conversation with Dr. Andrew Weil in My Greek Table, […]
When I filmed this episode of My Greek Table with Dr. Andrew Weil, we talked about mushrooms as one of nature’s most extraordinary foods — meaty, nourishing, and full of therapeutic properties the ancient Greeks recognized long ago. I’ve loved mushrooms for years, and this Mushroom Gyro is my delicious tribute to their earthy […]
Eggplant Rolls with Walnut “Meat” offer a vibrant, plant-forward bite inspired by Greek Aegean longevity cooking. Smoky eggplant and herby walnut filling come together in a vegan dish featured in My Greek Table: The Foods of Longevity. Finished with pomegranate, mint, and parsley, these Mediterranean rolls are perfect as a main or starter. Try […]
These Mushroom Lamb Burgers are a juicy, modern Mediterranean spin on Greek taverna staples. Lamb and mushrooms make a hearty yet light burger, perfect for the longevity-focused Mediterranean diet and featured on My Greek Table as a dish that connects tradition and health. Serve them with pita, yogurt, and bright fixings—ideal for family dinners […]
Comfort food and heritage meet in this hearty Vegetable & Chicken Youvetsi—a Mediterranean twist on the classic Greek baked pasta dish. Featuring orzo, chicken, and seasonal vegetables simmered in olive oil, this longevity-inspired recipe channels the flavor and balance of the Ikaria Blue Zone diet. My Greek Table celebrates dishes like this—wholesome, delicious, and […]