Kourabiedes: The ultimate Christmas dessert! This eternal dilemma between kourabiedes (Greek Almond Cookies) and melomakarona (Greek Honey Cookies) has always existed and I believe it will continue to exist for many more years in Greece. The truth is that both kourabiedes and melomakarona are very popular desserts during the Christmas […]
Can you feel the Christmas spirit without melomakarona? Christmas has always been a very special time of the year for me. I am one of those people who experience it with mixed feelings, both happiness and sadness at the same time. On the one hand, I feel so happy about […]
What is Tofu? Tofu is something like a “treasure” I would say, since it is a material for a lot of dishes. And when I say a lot, I mean it! It is ideal for breakfast, lunch, dinner and even for dessert. More specifically tofu is a soy product. It […]
Do you love persimmons as much as I do? My first impression with persimmon was a few years ago, when some friends offered me persimmons they had brought from their village, which they had recently visited. I have to admit that my initial reaction wasn’t a positive one, since I […]
Have you ever tried parsley dip? Parsley dip or parsley salad is a well-known side dish for ouzo and tsipouro on the island of Syros. The combination of parsley with garlic and onion gives aromas of Greece and puts this recipe among the top choices of all visitors of the […]