Entries by Angeli Menta

Blackberry Bliss Dressing

Use this healthy and flavorful dressing to top your favorite Greek Salad.     You can view/print the full recipe by clicking here.

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Artichoke “à la Polita”

This lemony Greek artichoke stew is not only delicious but it’s vegan and also super scrumptious. Using fresh artichokes is a tedious job, but the effort is worth it You can view/print the full recipe by clicking here.

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Finikas Paella with Seafood and Chicken

Paella is widely regarded as Spain’s national dish, although it is popular throughout the Mediterranean including Greece. This comfort food can be made with seafood, chicken, or a combination of both. The Spanish chorizo and saffron threads give a unique flavor to the rice (Bomba, Senia or Calaspara). Finikas is a small port on the […]

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Moustalevria – A Greek Creamy Grape Juice Pudding

The production of wine is a tradition in Greece especially throughout the islands. The end of September is the grape harvesting season. After the harvest and pressing of the grapes, some of juice is used to prepare this gelatinous pudding. You can view/print the full recipe by clicking here.

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Eirini’s Lobster Linguine

While free diving in Syros, Greece with my sister, Eirini, and collecting sea urchins, I caught a lobster. Eirini prepared the lobster using this recipe for an exciting diner with the thrill of summer and just the right trace of heat.     You can view/print the full recipe by clicking here.

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Poached Pears in Sweet Wine (Maurodafni)

Maurodafni is a Greek dessert wine, sweet and spicy. As an ingredient of this dish, it’s perfect for a cold night when an elegant presentation is desired. You can view/print the full recipe by clicking here.