Make a Vodka Martini, hold the vermouth and, instead, use ouzo – then you have a Zorbatini. Essentially, this is an anise-flavored Martini that is both subtle in flavor and potent. The amount of ouzo (a Greek anisette liqueur) you choose to you is a personal preference but this 1/4 oz is perfect for a […]

Moussaka is a casserole made by layering eggplant with a spiced meat filling then topping it off with a creamy bechamel sauce that is baked to golden perfection. It is perhaps the most widely recognized of all Greek dishes and was made famous by the legendary Greek chef, Nicholas Tselementes. This eggplant version is the traditional […]

In Greek: κοτόπουλο με μπάμιες, pronounced koh-TOH-poo-lo meh BAHM-yes Greek cooks generally use only baby okra, and it’s traditional to put salt and lemon on them in preparation, to draw out the liquid. I’m not a fan of okra, so I always add a potato or two to this dish for me. This recipe works […]

In Greek: πιππεριές ξυδάτες, pronounced pee-peh-ree-YES ksee-THAH-tes I usually use green bell peppers to make this recipe because they’re so easy to find, but it’s delicious and colorful made with a range of colors. The recipe is very simple and the peppers keep in the refrigerator for weeks, so if you love them, make a […]

In Greek: σάλτσα ντομάτας, pronounced SAHLT-sah doh-MAH-tas This is a fabulous sauce to serve with pasta, rice, or potatoes. Make large quantities, allow to cool, stir well to mix oil (oil rises to the top), and freeze to use later. Add variety with vegetables of your choice such as zucchini and artichokes. Cook Time: 40 minutes Total […]

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No matter how you plan to cook the squid, they will have to be cleaned. Don’t be squeamish… remember – you’re bigger than they are! Difficulty: Average Time Required: 5 minutes Here’s How: Holding the body firmly, grasp the head and pull gently, twisting if necessary, to pull the head away from the body without breaking the […]

                     Starting at the head: In Greek: ΚΕΦΑΛΙ Transliteration: kefali Pronunciation: keh-FAH-lee In English: HEAD In Greek: ΛΑΙΜΟΣ Transliteration: laimos Pronunciation: leh-MOHS In English: part of CHUCK In Greek: ΣΤΗΘΟΣ Transliteration: stithos Pronunciation: STEE_thos In English: CHUCK and BRISKET In Greek: ΜΠΡΙΖΟΛΕΣ Transliteration: brizoles Pronunciation: bree-ZOH-les In English: RIB In Greek: ΣΠΑΛΑ Transliteration: spala Pronunciation: […]

                  Starting at the head: In Greek: ΚΕΦΑΛΙ Transliteration: kefali Pronunciation: keh-FAH-lee In English: HEAD In Greek: ΛΑΙΜΟΣ Transliteration: laimos Pronunciation: leh-MOHS In English: SCRAG & NECK In Greek: ΣΤΗΘΟΣ Transliteration: stithos Pronunciation: STEE-thohs In English: together with ΚΟΙΛΙΑ BREAST In Greek: ΚΟΤΣΙ Transliteration: kotsi Pronunciation: KOHT-see In English: (FORE)SHANK In Greek: ΜΠΡΙΖΟΛΕΣ Transliteration: brizoles Pronunciation: […]

Starting from the head: In Greek: ΚΕΦΑΛΙ Transliteration: kefali Pronunciation: keh-FAH-lee In English: HEAD / JOWL In Greek: ΣΒΕΡΚΟΣ Transliteration: sverkos Pronunciation: SVER-kohs In English: BLADE SHOULDER / BOSTON BUTT In Greek: ΛΑΙΜΟΣ Transliteration: laimos Pronunciation: leh-MOHS In English: NECK In Greek: ΜΠΡΙΖΟΛΕΣ Transliteration: brizoles Pronunciation: bree-ZOH-les In English: LOIN In Greek: ΣΠΑΛΑ Transliteration: spala Pronunciation: SPAH-lah In English: ARM SHOULDER or PICNIC SHOULDER In […]