Jan 6 • General discussion
More on our destination of the month, Greece! Today's topic: Food
One of my favorite things about exploring new places is discovering their flavors, and Greece does not disappoint. Even world-famous chefs like Gordon Ramsay have praised Greek cuisine as some of the best in the world and I totally agree!
What makes it so special? Simple, fresh ingredients.
Here are some of my must-try favorites:
- Yogurt kabobs from Thanasis in the Plaka neighborhood of Athens https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxLKzWgv0Nn/?hl=en
- Gyros- the traditional meat is pork and lamb layered on the skewer and the shaved off and put into a warm pita with Tzaziki, tomoatoes, french fries and onions. So good!
- Souvlaki - I like the chicken souvlaki with the mustard sauce, fries, tomatoes, onions and lettuce.
- Lamb ( Chops Grilled or any other part roasted)
- Greek salad - often referred to as a village salad or just salad it comes with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives and a large slice of fresh feta with a sprinkle of oregano and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Tzatziki (with everything!)
- Feta (also with everything!)
- Moussaka - kind of like a lasagna but Greek style with eggplant
- Tiropita (cheese pie) — the perfect grab-and-go breakfast
- Koulouri - I would describe this as a bagel's thinner cousin, really good with some cream cheese (referred to over there as Philadelphia) and I like to add lox as well.
- Bougatsa - try both the savory and sweet versions. My favorite spot is Bougatsadiko Psirri in Athens. https://www.facebook.com/bougatsadikothessaloniki/?_rdr
- Fresh juices - I'm talking about fresh squeezed orange juice and their seasonal mixed fruit juice that you can get pretty much anywhere
- Any and all seafood locally caught and served right of the boat, especially octopus
- Freddo espresso or cappuccino - If you are a coffee lover then this one is for you, it will be like nothing you've ever had before.
- Orange pie - This is more like a moist dense cake and it is delicious.
- Baklava - this one may be obvious but I can't leave it off my list, this is a staple dessert item in Greece and there are many good places to get it.
One thing I haven't tried yet that is an interesting one is goat, would you be adventurous enough to try it?
Every region has its own delicious spin on classics like Greek salad, cheese pies, and pastries or desserts. Wherever you go, you’ll taste the local touch and love that goes into every bite.
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