59 Search Results for souvlaki

Pork is a popular meat in certain regions of Greece. This souvlaki recipe is a popular way to cook it, especially in the warmer months of the year. Greek Style... Read More

Variations for this recipe exist throughout Greece. It tastes especially good when the chicken has been marinated overnight. As a variation, you can also skewer piec... Read More

Sousakaki Souvlakia – Greek Style Ground Lamb Kebabs Recipe Ingredients: 1 pound ground lamb 1 small onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fre... Read More

Lamb is one of the most popular meats in Greece, and souvlaki is one of the most common ways to prepare it. This recipe is finished with some fresh Greek... Read More

Souvlakia is a popular Greek fast food. It can be made with any combination of meats and vegetables, and the most commonly used meat in Greece and Cyprus is pork,...... Read More

Especially in Athens, it is fairly common to find the option to include souvlaki in a gyro instead of the traditional gyro meat. This is something you can easily mak... Read More

Ground meat is regularly used in Greek cuisine in a variety dishes. Use any ground meat you desire for this recipe, such as beef, lamb, pork, or a combination. Note.... Read More

There are so many delicious foods that encompass Greek cuisine, it can be hard to choose what the favorites are. Each region of Greece has a slightly different cuisi... Read More

There are two schools of thought when it comes to gyros. Purists believe that only a certain combination of ingredients is acceptable. You start with gyro meat that ... Read More

When people think of Greek food, certain foods come to mind. Gyros most certainly top people’s lists and a trip to Greece isn’t complete without enjoying... Read More

Lamb is one of the most important and essential ingredients in Greek cuisine. Its reputation has even made its why into pop culture. In My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Au... Read More

There are a lot of facets to Greek cuisine, but one of the things that sets it apart is its devotion to choosing only the freshest ingredients. It also has... Read More

Although we may think that Greek cuisine is all about its meat dishes, such as souvlaki, gyros, and any dish that includes lamb, a trip to Greece will be enough... <... Read More

Antiparos is a small island that is part of the Cyclades group. The southeastern part of the island is rich with cliffs that form over the sea and create caves.... <... Read More

Greek cuisine is known for being one of the healthiest in the world. This means that there is no shortage of healthy and delicious foods to eat. It follows the... Read More

Part of the fun of visiting Greece is the amazing food that can be found throughout. Whether eating in someone’s home, dining in a restaurant or taverna, or gr... Read More

Halki is one of those serene Greek islands where much of its history is tied into sponge fishing. However, for visitors, there is much more to it than that. The... <... Read More

Enjoying street food will be a big part of your experience while visiting Greece. There is a wealth of delicious food that you an eat while in the country, such... <... Read More

Athens is one of those cities where the past and present intersect. You can easily visit historical sites while also hitting all the latest shops and clubs. The neig... Read More

Mykonos is one of the most popular Greek islands to visit, especially for families. Although there is a nightlife and party scene here, that’s not all the isla... Read More

Beef isn’t the most popular meat in Greece, but it can be found occasionally. However, beef is found abundantly in other countries throughout the world, such a... Read More

Mastic is one of those spices that is unique to Greece. The spice comes from the resin of the mastic tree, and most of these trees grow on the island... Read More

Greek cuisine has a lot of unique elements to it, and people all over the world love to eat it. There are certain dishes that are traditionally Greek, and are... Read More

Visiting Santorini is a dream come true for most people. You can have a great vacation to Santorini on a budget. Before you book a flight or a cruise to Santorini,.... Read More

Athens is the capital of Greece and is undoubtedly one of the greatest hubs for Greek street-food in the county. Two things often come to mind when Greek food is me... Read More

When it comes to Greek food, there are a few dishes that stand out as being pretty common. Meatballs are one of those. Each dish is made with the freshest... Read More

Bowls make for a quick and easy supper, and the possibilities are limitless. These Greek style bowls use your grain of choice, cooked lam (such as lamb souvlaki), an... Read More

Sure, Mykonos is known throughout the world for its nightlife and festive beaches. There are also plenty of other sites to see when you’re not partying or loun... Read More

When it comes to learning how to cook Greek food, there are two basic approaches you can take. You can learn how to follow a series of recipes, or you... Read More

There is an art to learning how to cook like a traditional Greek. Sure, it is easy enough to follow a recipe. However, Greek cooks are able to create traditional... ... Read More

Savatiano white wine grapes are primarily used in the making of the wine Retsina. Savatiano is one of the most widely planted grapes throughout Greece. This is proba... Read More

Robola is a variety of white wine grape that is mainly grown on the Ionian island of Cephalonia (also known as Kefalonia). Cephalonia has a rich wine-growing history... Read More

Kotsifali is a red wine grape that is native to the island of Crete, Greece. It is mainly grown in the Heraklion region and, to a lesser degree, in the... Read More

Greek cuisine is based on only the freshest of ingredients. Greeks live close to the land, and there are many places in the country that are self sustaining. As a...... Read More

While in Greece, you will no doubt spend time eating in restaurants, cafes, and tavernas. We have already talked about a few basic ways you can order food in a... Read More

If it is difficult to find traditional gyro meat where you live, consider substituting grilled chicken. Although it doesn’t taste anything like gyro meat, it can b... Read More

Although there are several types of mint that can be found in Greece, it’s spearmint, referred to as Dyosmos orδυόσμος  in Greek, that is used the most. Ho... Read More

Parsley, known as maidanos or μαϊντανός in Greek, is one of those understated herbs that are staples in most Greek kitchens. Because of its mild flavor and ... Read More

The New Year is widely celebrated in Greece. In fact, it is one of the most important days of the year. Families celebrate the New Year because they believe it... Read More

Lemons weren’t always grown in Greece. At some point in Greece’s history, lemon trees found their way to Greece. Now, lemon groves can be found all over... Read More

To many people, there is only one real Greek salad. Loaded with cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and plenty of olives and feta, this salad is at the cornerstone... Read More

When we eat Greek bread here in the United States, most of us only think of a few types. There’s the white bread with the hard crust that we eat with... Read More

Cafe Med:  Greek and Mediterranean Restaurant Back Bay – Boston, MA Greek favorites like falafel, souvlaki & salads top the menu! Address: Cafe Med 31 St... Read More

This recipe can use any kind of white fish you can find as long as it isn’t too flaky. Fish such as halibut and swordfish work best for these kebabs.... Read More

On a recent trip to Greece, I quickly realized that everything I thought I knew about Gyros was wrong. While I had thought that they were always made the same... Read More

By far, meat is one of the most popular meats in Greek cuisine. Sure, the Greek people have been known to eat other meats, such as pork and even goats,... Read More

Visiting Mandraki beach in Sithonia, Greece leaves you with an amazing experience. Nestled between two majestic mountains, the turquoise blue waters dazzle, and the ... Read More

Back in the 1950’s, researchers discovered that the traditional Cretan diet was amongst the healthiest in the world. The islanders experienced great health by ... Read More

One of the things I remember most about my yiayia, or grandmother, are the potatoes that she peeled almost constantly, many of which became her signature French frie... Read More

As a Greek American, I’ve been eating in the Greek style all my life. After spending some time dining with my non-Greek friends, I realized that the family din... Read More

Of all the herbs and spices that are used in Greek cooking, oregano is the most beloved. In fact, it’s rare to find a dish that doesn’t include it, even... Read More

These days, it’s nearly impossible to read an American food or fitness magazines without someone mentioning Greek yogurt. People in the United States finally u... Read More

Have you ever noticed that no matter where you are, there seems to be a different version of Greek salad dressing out there? For those of us living in the... Read More

If you are looking to go to one of the most scenic places in Greece, consider Simos Beach. It is a beautiful area that offers many opportunities to soak up... Read More

Kefalonia is one of those Greek islands that people love to visit. It’s filled with plenty of natural beauty, and much of this beauty is concentrated at the beache... Read More

In the United States, it is the tradition to have a bachelorette party some time before the marriage ceremony. Officially, this is the last time the bride is able to... Read More

Kos is the third largest of the Dodecanese group of Greek islands. The island of Kos is known for may things: its active nightlife, breathtaking beaches, historical ... Read More

Even though it isn’t necessary from a religious standpoint, having a reception after the Greek Orthodox Christening is fairly traditional. The reception is a way t... Read More

Athens is a must-see city for every Greek vacation. It’s a thriving, modern city where the past intersects with the present. The Parthenon, the ancient temple dedi... Read More