The Therapeutic Power of Greek Cuisine
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Like so many other Greek specialities, bougatsa has a long history, and particularly this one stretches all the way back to Byzantine times. Bougatsa is traditionally a breakfast pie with a filo pastry made of flour, softened butter and oil that requires a great deal of skill to prepare. The bakers have to roll out …
Roast chicken is a family favourite for a lot of people! It’s also a cooks favourite as it’s unbelievable easy to prepare and the cooking is fuss free. Prepare everything and just pop the tray in the oven for everything to cook. The only small hassle is that you have to flip the chicken halfway …
Ladenia (olive oil pizza) is a type of flatbread originating from Cyclades islands. It’s a vegan type pizza which is usually consumed during lent as a light meal, a snack or even as a side dish for legumes. It is extremely easy to make and super healthy. The dough takes about one hour to rise …
Let’s learn how to cook the famous Cypriot dish, afelia! It’s time I transport you to the beautiful island of Cyprus! You have just spent the day lying by the sea and you are starving! You ask a local -always ask a local- which is the best taverna and you go there to enjoy Cypriot …
Last week I celebrated my birthday. I turned 33 and I had a fabulous day with Kostas and the girls. We went for breakfast and lunch which meant that I didn’t cook that day (hooray!) and then I got to relax on the sofa reading my beautiful cards and opening my presents. 10 years ago, …
I have both the girls home this week as it’s half term! The weather has been awful though so we are struggling to find places to visit and have fun (sad face). This means that we have to spend more time at home which only means that I have to cook more than usual (sad …
Yesterday, I celebrated my 33rd birthday! Not only did I have a great, fantastic, beautiful time with the girls and Kostas but I OVERINDULGED in food too! We went for breakfast where I had french toast with bacon and maple syrup -I didn’t used to like maple syrup but I do now! If only there …