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Tasteful Athens: fish and seafood galore at “Psarakia kai Thalassina”

18.12.2018 in Gastronomy

Tasteful Athens: fish and seafood galore at “Psarakia kai Thalassina”     With a slender, coquettish black cat in their logo and a perky name like little fish/“psarakia” (a diminutive form of “psaria”, not connoting size as much but rather adorability!) the restaurant chain “Psarakia kai Thalassina” has been stirring the… sea waters in Athens, since 2013.   Excellent quality, great portions, and low prices define the successful trio that has established “Psarakia kai Thalassina” a top choice for the local fish lovers. Their specialty kitchen stuff are on a never ending quest for the freshest ingredients. Their hearty servings…

Sardines

17.12.2018 in Gastronomy

Sardines     Sardines (Sardina Pilchardus) ORIGIN AND TRAITS Despite age, gender, nationality or preferences, there’s usually a point in people’s lives when the question about the principles of healthy eating arises. Thinking about the foods that can be incorporated into a balanced diet plan, there is no doubt that among the first things that come to mind is fish. Low in calories, yet high in nutrients, fish finds itself in the middle of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid and is advised to be consumed 1-3 times per week. The Mediterranean Sea boasts a wide range of quality fish, among which…

Chard Puree Original recipe from the book “The Starvation Recipes” by Eleni Nikolaidou

31.10.2018 in Gastronomy

Chard Puree Original recipe from the book “The Starvation Recipes” by Eleni Nikolaidou     “Chards like all greens are usually consumed boiled, as a side salad. And yet, all of the so-called ‘sweet’ greens, like chards and spinach, can easily be puréed and served as a main dish. Wash your greens carefully and boil them in very little water on low heat. Use as little water as possible so that you won’t have to spill any at all. You could also steam them on very low heat. When they are done, spread them on a platter and use a…

The unique foods of Greece and their health benefits: Stamnagathi, Wild Greens

31.10.2018 in Gastronomy

The unique foods of Greece and their health benefits: Stamnagathi, Wild Greens     ORIGIN AND TRAITS After researching for the “Unique Foods of Greece” I have come to realize how the past cultural and culinary habits inextricably affect our present activity. Imagine that in this day and age, when gastronomy is constantly evolving, prestigious chefs choose to experiment with raw materials such as potherbs from the Greek mountains. Isn’t it fascinating when gourmet restaurants develop modern culinary trends that still bear a Greek identity and aroma? Cichorium spinosum, or Stamnagathi, as it is commonly called, is such a case…

Diples – Golden Sweet Honey Rolls

04.10.2018 in Gastronomy

Diples – Golden Sweet Honey Rolls     Diples, a crispy sweet pastry known as a specialty of the Peloponnesian region. There’s a “twist” to these delightful morsels, and they are more than worth the effort to create! Ingredients: SYRUP 2 cups sugar 2 cups water 1 cinnamon stick rind of one orange Topping: 1/2 cup walnuts, ground DOUGH – MAKES ABOUT 24 DIPLES 5 egg yolks 1 whole egg 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1/4 cup orange juice 2 1/2-3cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder vegetable oil, for frying (or shortening) Directions To make the syrup, combine the sugar…

The unique foods of Greece and their health benefits: Honey

04.10.2018 in Gastronomy

The unique foods of Greece and their health benefits: Honey   ORIGIN AND TRAITS In the “Unique Foods of Greece” series there is a repetitive motif, a common place among most of the featured healthy products; no matter how much life has evolved, we still guard and live by the wisdom and knowledge passed down by our ancestors. From olive oil, the liquid gold, to the nutritional value of goat milk, modern-day science has come to validate what ancient civilizations believed was healthy and valuable. As 5,000-year-old ceramic jars, filled with honey, were recently found in Georgia, honey is certainly…

Healthy Foods – Trahanas

23.07.2018 in Gastronomy

The unique foods of Greece and their health benefits: Trahana – cracked wheat fermented in milk   Since ancient times, the Greeks had realized how precious the gifts of Mother Nature were. The Mediterranean climate along with the geological formations of the country created a fertile ground where an abundance of wild herbs and plants could grow. About 1800 endemic species that grow on Greek soil have certified medicinal properties. Over the years, the Greeks have come to discover the properties of these special herbs and foods… This month we bring to the plate warm and comforting Trahana! “Let food…

The amazing products and culinary tradition of the Arcadian region

17.07.2018 in Gastronomy

The amazing products and culinary tradition of the Arcadian region     Arcadia’s lush landscapes and crystal-clear waters, have swayed many poets, prose writers, and painters, from antiquity to modern times, and inspired an entire school in neoclassical literature.   Ancient writers used to call Arcadia’s locals valanifagous (acorn eaters) and the area was referred to as Polypidakas, meaning “having multiple springs”. Today the region remains as beautiful as ever. With its glistening mountain peaks, the beaches at the Myrtoan Sea, its traditional settlements, medieval castles, and imposing monasteries, it is a place with much to offer. The capital city…

Galatopita

10.07.2018 in Gastronomy

Galatopita   Serves: 12-14
Preparation time: 1 hour 15 minutes, plus cooling time Ingredients: 8 cups/2000 ml dairy milk 2 cups/500 g fine semolina flour 2 cups/500 g raw sugar ½ cup/125 g butter (or 1 standard US stick) at room temperature 6 eggs 1 vanilla pod Directions: In a bowl, beat all six eggs well and set them aside. Preheat the oven at 350 °F/180 °C. Scrape the vanilla pod (see method below). Add both the seeds and the pod to the milk and warm it up in a large pot, over medium heat. When the milk is warm enough,…

Anthotyro, honey pie

07.06.2018 in Gastronomy

Anthotyro, honey pie   Ingredients 2,2 lbs. fresh anthotyro cheese 10,5 oz. sugar 5 eggs ¾ cup honey Cinnamon Instructions Add the eggs and sugar into a blender and mix. Add anthotyro and honey and continue at medium speed. Spread butter and flour on a pan and pour the mixture. Bake the honey pie in a preheated over at 200 °C (392 °F) for about 45-50 minutes. Sprinkle with cinnamon and you are ready to serve.