Saltcod Brandade from Santorini

Saltcod brandade from Santorini

Try something new for March 25th, the day Greeks eat saltcod. This traditional dish from Santorini is one of the most unusual regional recipes for saltcod.

Split Pea Puree with Shiitakes

Yellow split peas with shiitake mushrooms

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Salt Cod Croquettes with Ouzo and Spices

Salt-Cod Croquettes with Ouzo

March 25th is one of the most important Greek holidays. It’s both Greek Independence Day and the Assumption, one of the two days during Lent when fish is allowed. The tradition is to eat salt cod, usually as fritters, and skordalia.

Lentil-Pasta Terrine with Cumin and Prunes

Lentil-Pasta Pilaf with Spices and Dried Fruit

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Deviled Eggs with Florina Peppers, Feta, and Yogurt

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Skordalia, the Greek Garlic Dip

Skordalia, the Greek garlic dip, here made with walnuts.

Skordalia, the Greek garlic dip, belongs to the grand tradition of Mediterranean garlic pastes and like them, it is almost never served alone; instead, it plays an accompanying role to fried fish and seafood or to classics like boiled beets. While there are as many methods for frying salt cod as there are cooks who […]

Greek Yogurt Cheesecake with Smoked Trout

Savory Greek-Yogurt, Smoked Salmon Cheesecake

Who says cheesecake has to be sweet? This luscious savory cheesecake studded with smoked salmon calls out for a glass of sparkling wine and a celebration, no matter the day or season!

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