Bouyourdi – Greek spicy cheese dip

The first and only time that I had ever eaten bouyourdi was in 2016, when I spent the afternoon with my friend Eleni in Thessaloniki, which is the capital of Macedonia, Greece. I had spent a few days visiting my in laws in Trikala, and was going to fly to Kefalonia to visit my parents. … Continue reading Bouyourdi – Greek spicy cheese dip →

Tirokafteri- Spicy Feta Dip

This right here, is my husband’s favorite dip! Tirokafteri literally means hot (spicy) cheese. It is made with wonderful creamy, salty feta, Greek yogurt, Florina peppers, garlic, olive oil & red pepper flakes. Traditionally served with warm bread or pita. I also love it with a plate of cool crispy crudités (veggie sticks), pita chips … Continue reading Tirokafteri- Spicy Feta Dip →

Melintzanosalata, Greek Eggplant Dip

This is one of my favorite traditional Greek dips. The first time I ate it, I was in a restaurant in Astoria, NY, which is NYC’s Greek town & is full of some of the most authentic Greek restaurants & markets in the United States. Melintzanosalata You start by roasting your eggplants. I do that … Continue reading Melintzanosalata, Greek Eggplant Dip →

Polítiki Salata

Politiki Salata is a traditional salad brought to us by the Greeks of Constantinople, which is modern day Istanbul. It is made with both green and purple cabbage, shredded carrots, celery, spring onions, fresh parsley, and roasted red peppers. It is tangy and bright, and among Greeks, considered a winter salad. In essence it is … Continue reading Polítiki Salata →

Roasted Red Peppers

Roasting peppers is super easy! I only roasted one as that is all I need for the next couple of recipes, which call for it. So I decided to roast a red pepper on the stove top. Now, as the recipes that I will be making this week are Greek, they are specifically calling for … Continue reading Roasted Red Peppers →