by Rena Cook | Jan 21, 2013 | Seafood
These little fish are unbelievably tasty! They can be served as a main dish, or as an appetizer, or ‘meze’ that is a bite to accompany a glass or two of ouzo or wine. Whitebait are very small fish, no bigger than your little finger, and although frying seems to be a...
by Rena Cook | Nov 26, 2012 | Meat
Roast pork or beef or even lamb with lemon, oregano and potatoes, is a Sunday dish that draws the family together round the table. It doesn’t need to be an expensive cut of meat to break the family budget. Brisket or something similar is fine. Just make sure you...
by Rena Cook | Nov 5, 2012 | Salads, Vegetarian
A nice, healthy and filling salad, which can be enjoyed by everybody, vegetarians included. Fresh vegetables and good oil do the trick. You can mix and match the vegetables to suit your taste. Ingredients2 zucchini2 potatoes1 bunch...
by Rena Cook | Oct 15, 2012 | Seafood, Soups
This soup is made by the fishermen on their fishing boats. It is a rustic dish, and the main ingredient is fresh fish, if you can get them. You don’t have to buy expensive fish. Get small fish that are cheap, but full of flavor. You can also add 2 – 3 larger fish, so...
by Rena Cook | Oct 15, 2012 | Dolmades, Vegetarian
This recipe is one of the most popular Greek dishes. The meatless version is eaten mainly during times of fasting, but they are enjoyed all year round. They are served as a meze (savory snack) or appetizer together with olives, cheese, sliced hard-boiled egg, sliced...
