The Chef

I learned how to cook cause...i didn't have much of choice. The following recipes are the results of my efforts!

The best Greek Food Festivals

The best Greek Food Festivals

There is a long list of reasons to visit Greece; unparalleled history, incredibly scenery, nightlife that ranges from dance clubs to theatre, and some of the best beaches in the world.  If that isn’t enough, you have to consider the food. Greek and Mediterranean food has always enjoyed a fairly high degree of popularity. However the amount of recently published research which points to the health benefits of Greek food, along with the recent “foodie” revolution has elevated Greek foods

Pasta with shrimp and spinach

Pasta with shrimp and spinach

I was never really good with pasta. Most of the times the combinations that i am trying to make dont end up really good and tasty as i would like. Nevertheless, i proudly can say that this one is the best i ever made.

Greens with Eggs for the Poor …that eat like Kings

Greens with Eggs for the Poor …that eat like Kings
The following recipe -after doing some small research in Greek Blogs- is said to be common in Pilion which is in the center of Greece. Then again every place in Greece can easily claim that. Its pretty easy to make, its cheap, healthy and unique! Simple combination that tastes so good.

What is the “Clean Monday” day?

What is the “Clean Monday” day?

The Clean Monday is the first day of Lent, the fasting Easter for all orthodox. By folklorists it is considered the epilogue of Bacchic festivities of Carnival, which effectively start on what we call “Tsiknopempth” (the Pancake Day) and end on Clean Monday.

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