“Greek food makes [people] feel good inside and out.”
-Diane Kochilas, Greek Chef and cookbook author
When people of different cultures taste the flavors of breads, wines, and olive oils in Greek meals, they can experience the food that fueled Greece’s ancient gods. Because of this ancient Greek inspiration, many Greek chefs describe their native cuisines as fresh and timeless.
Greece’s fertile and mountainous islands also inspire the foundation of the fresh and nutritious Greek meal. For instance, farmers in The Peloponnese, Greece’s southernmost peninsula, raise sheep, goat, and game which provide the hearty parts of Greek dishes. Crete, Greece’s largest island, also offers one-of-a kind seafood such as octopus, squid, and red mullet for food lovers with adventurous cravings. These three types of shellfish just touch the surface of the memorable and delectable foods found in Greek cuisines.
And, Ikaria, also known as “The Fountain of Youth,” is one of Greece’s healthiest and most vibrant islands. Inhabitants live well into their nineties while enjoying long walks, afternoon naps, and eating the most natural and colorful produce their lands have to offer. Juicy tomatoes, grilled zucchini, and Extra-Virgin olive oil are just some of the most popular ingredients grown, cooked, and enjoyed on the island.
All over Greece, people cook classic cuisines to celebrate their country’s rich past and flavorful present. If you enjoy timeless but fresh recipes that nourish your body and soul then you are in for a treat!
Kalí órexi! (Enjoy!)
