Saturday, 6 July 2013

Triangle spinach pies with sundried tomatoes and olives

The famous "spanakopitakia" triangles with the addition of sundried tomatoes which give a special sweeter taste to the classic recipe and they become a great first dish or snack for a Summer evening along with a cold glass of beer


Friday, 5 July 2013

Greek-style pesto with spearmint and almonds

Spearmint is very popular in Greece and it is used in many dishes as a herb. In some cases spearmint is the ingredient which makes all the difference in the dish. The aroma and the taste are so refreshing, always giving an extra flavour to the recipe. Here we have a nice alternative for pesto which you can use in various dishes

Thursday, 4 July 2013

Apricots sauté with yoghurt sauce

A simple but nice idea to transform this popular Summer fruit to a light dessert! Especially when the apricots often taste rather bland nowadays. If the dessert is only for adults and if you'd like an extra kick you can add some spirit or liqueur when the apricots are still in the pan caramelised

Wednesday, 3 July 2013

Vegetarian "yiouvetsi" with orzo pasta and mixed mushrooms

A delicious, light and easy vegetarian pasta dish to enjoy when the weather is warm and you are not up to too much cooking! Don't worry about the type of the orzo, use the one it's easier for you to find

Tuesday, 2 July 2013

Courgettes Fritters

"Kolokythokeftedes" is one of the most favourite Summer mezedes in Greece. There are various versions of the recipe which mainly are related to the different herbs and cheese that are used. Still, all are simply delicious and along with tzatziki and a glass of ouzo you have the best combination


Monday, 1 July 2013

Tasty muffins with peaches

Small and cute these muffins will become a very tasty Summer sweet treat for everybody!