Felopita is a traditional sweet pumpkin dish from the Greek island of Lemnos. Its name comes from the word felia (φέλια), meaning slices—referring to the thin slices of yellow pumpkin used in the recipe. This rustic dessert is simple, naturally vegan, and highlights the caramelized sweetness of baked pumpkin.

A fragrant vegan orange cake that’s light, fluffy, and incredibly easy to make— no mixer required. Infused with the bright aroma of orange zest and warm notes of cinnamon and clove, it’s perfect for breakfast, coffee time, or an afternoon snack.

A hearty yet light and incredibly flavorful seafood giouvetsi that’s sure to become a favorite at your table. Tender shrimp and octopus are simmered with orzo in a fragrant seafood broth, finished with fresh herbs and a splash of lemon.

A true Greek classic, octopus with short-cut pasta is rich, aromatic, and deeply comforting. Simmered in tomato, wine, and warm spices, this beloved seafood dish is a staple of the Lenten table and family-style meals.

First day of Great Lent on the Orthodox calendar - Clean Monday - is celebrated with family gatherings and picnics, with Lenten dishes comprised of seafood, legumes and unleavened bread

Tender grape leaves wrapped around fragrant rice and fresh herbs, these classic Greek dolmadakia yalantzi are a beloved appetizer or light main dish. Naturally vegan and packed with Mediterranean flavor.

A vibrant black-eyed pea salad with sweet roasted peppers, fresh scallions, and parsley. Light, refreshing, and full of flavor, it’s an easy plant-based dish perfect for warm days and the carnival period.

Monday, Feb. 23, marks Clean Monday on the Orthodox ecclesiastical calendar, the commencement of Great Lent for the Orthodox Christian faithful

TO BHMA International Edition counts down to Clean Monday by sharing traditional Lenten recipes. A beloved classic for seafood lovers, this Greek-style mussel rice is light, fragrant, and ready in just 25 minutes.

TO BHMA International Edition counts down to Clean Monday by sharing traditional Lenten recipes.

The religious holiday of Clean Monday, or Shrove Monday, marked the first three-day weekend of the year, with thousands of urban-dwellers taking to the country-side and islands