From powdered milk to the cheese pies of the 1980s and the colorful snacks of the ’90s, the story of school food offers a glimpse into Greece’s changing relationship with eating, childhood and everyday life
Tender calamari baked until golden and crisp, tossed with cherry tomatoes, Parmesan, olives, and aromatic herbs. This easy and flavorful dish comes together quickly and is finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon
A rich and hearty Greek pie made with eggplant, ground beef, cheese, and aromatic herbs, all wrapped in layers of crisp phyllo pastry. The filling is wonderfully juicy and flavorful, while the golden, crunchy phyllo adds the perfect contrast
Greek veterinary authorities seized and destroyed 19,448 kilograms of canned tuna from Turkey after laboratory tests found exceptionally high histamine levels, preventing the entire shipment from reaching consumers
A delicious Greek-style saganaki made with mixed seafood, tender fish, and shrimp simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This rustic, flavor-packed dish is bursting with the taste of the sea and is perfect for mopping up the sauce with plenty of toasted bread
Packed with probiotics, protein, calcium and B vitamins, kefir has long been prized for its health benefits. But this tangy, refreshing fermented drink has another trick up its sleeve: it can be delicious
The quintessential fruit of the season, grapes—steeped in the scents of fall and Greece—take center stage in a collection of dishes by celebrated chefs who give tradition a decidedly modern twist
From juicy meatballs and crispy chicken bites to grilled feta and eggplant rolls, these easy Greek-inspired small plates are made for sharing over a cold beer
At Farma Kouroupa, three generations of one family are preserving old recipes for louza, sausages and island cheeses while working with local farmers and producers
Harvest festivals, wine celebrations and traditional village-style feasts are still going strong after August, with plenty of chances to eat, drink and dance in and around Athens
Summer’s fruits and vegetables can do more than add color and flavor to your plate. Packed with water, electrolytes and nutrients, they offer a delicious way to help replenish fluids during the hottest months
From hand-shaped pastries fried until golden to rustic pies baked in a pan, these four island specialties reveal how local cheeses, herbs and time-honored techniques give Cycladic cuisine its unmistakable character
From island honey and handmade cheeses to rare Greek wines and small-batch specialties, this family-run deli is preserving Tinos’ food traditions while introducing them to a new generation of curious food lovers
From strawberries and peaches to lemon and pistachios, these summery versions of tiramisu bring the flavors of Greece to one of Italy’s most beloved desserts
Pan-seared sea bass fillets served with a delicious sauce of buttery cherry tomatoes, roasted garlic, and fresh herbs. A simple Mediterranean-inspired dish that's elegant enough for a special occasion and easy enough for a weeknight dinner
From stuffed calamari with cauliflower couscous to a warm Tinos-inspired potato salad and a fragrant lemon version, five Greek chefs show just how far this summer favorite can go
From homemade focaccia sandwiches and chilled lemonade to orange-glazed chicken and halloumi skewers, these beach-ready recipes bring a taste of home to a long summer day by the sea
Zucchini and eggplant baked with tomatoes, a fresh basil tomato sauce, and tangy mizithra cheese. This easy Mediterranean-inspired dish is packed with fresh flavors and makes a delicious light meal or side dish
A deluge of sour, briny snacks has infiltrated the market.
From a 10-acre family plot in Messinia to the kitchens of leading restaurants, Antonis Gonis has built his reputation on one obsession: producing a melon whose flavor comes before everything else