Cuisines Greek

Loukoumas (Greek Donuts with Honey) II

Loukoumas (Greek Donuts with Honey) II

Callimachus called these “honey tokens” some time during the 3rd century B.C. Loukoumades were the 1st prizes awarded to winners of the ancient Olympics. Now they are the perfect Greek cafe dessert celebratory piece of decadent, or mid-morning snack. They’re…

Greek Yogurt Sauce

Greek Yogurt Sauce

This yogurt sauce is good for gyros, as a grilling baste for lamb and pork, and a dipping sauce for chips. Ingredients 1 ½ cups plain yogurt ¼ cup freshly-squeezed lemon juice ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp dried…

Greek Chicken Wrap

Greek Chicken Wrap

Ingredients 2 cups shredded cooked chicken 2 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese ½ cup Greek Yogurt Sauce ½ cup fresh oregano, finely chopped 4 flour tortillas Olive oil Procedure Combine feta, chicken, yogurt sauce, and oregano. Set aside. Brush one…

Frappé Coffee

Frappé Coffee

Frappé coffee is a refreshing drink of Greek origin, perfect on a summer’s day. Ingredients 1–2 spoons of instant coffee Tall glass of cold water 1–3 spoons of sugar (optional) 3–5 ice cubes (optional) Milk (optional; condensed/evaporated milk works best)…