I just happened to be vacationing in Greece during this World Wine Travel event, in which Camilla of Culinary Cam invited us to explore up-and-coming wine regions. I was not too familiar with Greek wines, but I did know that Santorini is the most popular wine region. I decided to explore Greek Wines outside of Santorini.
Marinating these pork chops in lemon, olive oil, and Mediterranean seasoning before grilling guarantees moist, tasty results.
This delicious Greek condiment, Tzatzki, is so easy to make and so much better freshly homemade that you may never buy store-bought again.
Melitzanosalata is a Greek Eggplant Dip similar to baba ghanoush but flavored with kalamata olives and lemon instead of tahini for a brighter taste perfect for a summertime pool gathering.
Tender chicken breasts marinated in lemon and herbs and then baked in the oven. This entree is easy, healthy, and delicious. I served it with a side of cabbage salad and roasted baby potatoes.
This delicious Greek White Bean Dip comes together quickly using just staple ingredients that you are likely to have on hand. It is wonderful as a spread on sandwiches or as a dip for pita, crackers or vegetables.
Orange soaked cake of phyllo dough, eggs, greek yogurt and sugar topped with whipped cream and candied orange slices.
This Assyrtiko is crisp, bright and acidic. It comes from Santorini, a Greek Island that was devastated in the 16th Century BC creating a rugged landscape and giving the native wine grape, Assyrtiko, it's minerality.
The Wine Pairing Weekend Group are traveling to the Greek Isles this month.
This creamy and slightly tart Greek pasta is a comforting, meatless entree remeniscent of pasta carbonara but lighter and healthier.
Ground Lamb or Beef seasoned with onion and oregano, grilled to a perfect medium and served on pita bread with a delicious lemon yogurt feta sauce, fresh tomatoes and sliced cucumbers.
It is time for Burger Month 2021...........................
A quick and delicious meal that is perfect for eating al fresco as you enjoy the summer weather. Tender chicken that has been marinated in lemon and spices before a quick cook on the grill. Served with pita, fresh cucumbers, tomatoes and onions on top of a bright, tangy, cucumber sauce.
Lean, nutritious, boneless, skinless chicken breasts sauteed in heart healthy olive oil and then roasted to perfection. Topped with a Greek salsa that is chock full of antioxidants from the parsley and oregano and heart healthy, cancer fighting tomatoes, beets and olives this dish is gorgeous to look at and so tasty your family won't even realize how good it is for them.
