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Unique flavours of Cretan cuisine. A beautiful ar Unique flavours of Cretan cuisine. A beautiful article complied by Penny Zalalas, executive editor, @insightsgreece about my culinary experiences with Crete’s diverse food. Cretan cuisine is renowned worldwide for its unique ingredients and rich flavours. Cooking here is based on simple techniques and lush local produce, making the island’s dishes stand out.  From organic mountain herbs and a variety of greens to handmade cheeses, an abundance of fresh seafood, the renowned Cretan olive oil, floral honey and famous Raki- there is something very special about the delicacies on offer.  We recently spoke with Kelly Michelakis, founder of The Hellenic Odyssey, a passionate home cook who hails from Crete and runs popular online cooking classes. Kelly offers lessons to people around the world on how to prepare Greek food and also shares her Cretan family recipes that have been handed down through generations. Read the full article via the link in bio or below https://insightsgreece.com/unique-flavours-cretan-cuisine/ - - - #greece #wu_greece #team_greece #igers_greece #kings_greece #perfect_greece #greecetravelgr1 #reasonstovisitgreece #travel_greece #greecelover_gr #unlimitedgreece #igersgreece #discovergreece #greekislands #loves_greece #ilovegreece #ig_greece #igers_greece #greece #greek #traveltogreece #greecestagram #travelgram #traveldeeper #travel_drops #travel_captures #ig_travel #chania #instachania #crete
It was lovely to chat to the wonderful Tina, @tin It was lovely to chat to the wonderful Tina, @tinaadamopoulos , host of Agape Greek Radio all the way from Canada in an interview for the Γυναίκες μαζί segment for @agapegreekradio We chatted about my love of Greek food and where and when it originated, why preserving our culinary and cultural heritage is so important, how The Hellenic Odyssey begun, my Crete travel tours, regional Greek food and my cooking classes. Listening back I can hear it in my voice how passionate and excited I get when sharing all things Greek! If you do have a listen, please share your thoughts with me, I’d love to hear from you. Link in bio or below! https://buff.ly/3bzAaPE - - - #greekradio #greek #greekaustralian #greece #melbournegreeks #greekfoodie #greekfood #greekcuisine #greektravel #greekfoodblogger #greekfoodblog #greektravelblogger #greekwoman #mediterraneandiet #mediterraneanfood #greekcooking #greekrecipes #greekculture #greeklife #culinarylife #culture #culinary #learntocook #greekheritage #greeksinmelbourne #radiointerview
A perfect day in Melbourne for this refreshingly l A perfect day in Melbourne for this refreshingly light no bake dessert. Sorry to those who started new year’s resolutions of cutting back on sweets and starting a diet. Though I’m believer of everything in moderation. I taste everything that I make, I just don’t eat pieces and pieces of it in one sitting. Unless it’s Politiko Thessalonikis 😜😜😜 Greek yoghurt cheesecake mousse incorporates all the elements of a classic cheesecake however it has a slight Greek twist. In the base, I have added the typical nuts of the Greek cuisine such as almonds and walnuts which will add another intensity of flavour and crunch to the base. For the filling I use cream cheese and thickened cream but I also add a good quality thick Greek yoghurt to lighten the mix and add a freshness to it. It is basically a cheesecake meets mousse meets Greek yoghurt. For the topping I recommend using the Greek grape spoon sweet s this really elevates the dish and completes it as a ‘Greek’ cheesecake recipe. RECIPE Ingredients: Base 200g sweet plain biscuit crumbs (I used Marie biscuits) 50g almonds and walnuts @walnutsaustralia coarse crumb mix 150g butter, melted Filling 500g block Cream Cheese, softened @phillyaus 2 egg whites 125ml thickened cream 150g sugar (75g for swiss meringue & 75g for whipped cream) 125g thick @procaldairies yoghurt 1/3 cup lemon juice 1 tsp vanilla essence or vanilla sugar Topping Top with Greek Grape Spoon Dessert Method https://www.thehellenicodyssey.com/greek-yoghurt-cheesecake/ - - - #inmykitchen #huffposttaste #thekitchn #lifeandthyme #huffpostfood #tastingtable #heresmyfood #buzzfeedtasty #comfortfood #fromscratch #tastyfood #makeitdelicious #eatstagram #foodbloggers #tastemade #eatthis #buzzfeedtasty #gourmettraveller #deliciousfood #yoghurt #cheesecake #foodiefeature #foodideas #sharefood #nobakedessert #cookingathome #homecooked #nobakecheesecake #foodforfoodies #yoghurt
Today was the first time in a long time that I’v Today was the first time in a long time that I’ve felt myself. It was the first time I’ve had a proper day off from everything and just switched off. Sunshine, beach and a night off from the kitchen with a dinner date with my other half. Reminder, do what fills your heart and reward yourself from time to time with simple things that bring you joy. - - - #greekfoodie #stkilda #melbourne #datenight #beach #sunshine #sunset #lifeadventure #travelandleisure #foodtrip #foodtravel #foodie #greek #dinnerdate #livefully #livelife #foodandwine #foodtraveller #australia #victoria #bayside #portphillipbay
Warm weather is Melbourne today has me craving por Warm weather is Melbourne today has me craving portokalipita. The freshness and lightness of portokalipita (orange fillo cake) is unsurpassed. An unusual texture, it’s either a “aww I love it” or a “this is weird” when tasted for the first time. I’ll be making this again very soon and posting a video recipe for you. - - - #portokalopita #orangecake #greekdessert #greekfoodie #greekfood #greekcuisine #dessertideas #easyrecipes #citruscake #cakeideas #sweettreats #filo #tastytreats #tastydessert #desserttable #dessertporn #dessertsofinstagram #dessertlover #dessertoftheday #dessertstagram #fruitdessert #cookingclassesmelbourne #learntocook #recipeinspiration #cakeoftheday #bakinglove #bakingfromscratch #bakingtherapy #bakingwithkids
There’s a reason why loukoumades are especially There’s a reason why loukoumades are especially made today! Thanks to @myfamilysfooddiary for explaining it to us all. It to ward off the kallikantzari with sweets during theophania (revelation of God and the baptism of Jesus Christ). Kallikantzari, a term my grandmother used often to scare us when we were little; kallikantzari are the monsters that live underground. Head over to Eleni’s page to read the full story. - - - #greekfood #greekcuisine #mediterraneanfood #mediterraneandiet #greekrecipe #foodblogs #foodblogeats #foodblogging #feedfeed #inmykitchen #huffposttaste #thekitchn #huffpostfood #tastingtable #heresmyfood #buzzfeedtasty #comfortfood #fromscratch #tastyfood #eatstagram #foodbloggers #tastemade #greekfoodie #greekeats #greekcooking #greekfoodlovers #easymeals #familymeals #mealideas #foodlovers
Since we’re having winter in summer in Melbourne Since we’re having winter in summer in Melbourne, seems like a hearty soup is fitting. Fakes is one of those dishes you either love or dislike immensely! For me, I loooove fakes, (lentil soup) especially with feta and a dash of vinegar! Plus it aligns so well with the principles of the Mediterranean diet. Eating well, I feel well, I nourish my body, it takes care of me ❤️❤️❤️ - - - #inmykitchen #huffposttaste #thekitchn #lentils #huffpostfood #fakes #heresmyfood #buzzfeedtasty #comfortfood #fromscratch #tastyfood #makeitdelicious #eatstagram #foodbloggers #vegetarianfood #vegetarianrecipes #buzzfeedtasty #gourmettraveller #deliciousfood #foodilysm #foodiefeature #foodideas #sharefood #foodgoals #lovetocook #lovecooking #cookingathome #homecooked #simplefood #foodforfoodies
The ship begins to slow down as it nears the dock The ship begins to slow down as it nears the dock at Port Melbourne pier. It’s 1966, Nicholas, together with his wife Antonia, a newly married couple in their 30’s and their 6-year-old daughter Stella, are preparing to disembark. It’s been a journey of 30 days, they are eager and anxious to take their first steps onto the land of opportunity, Australia! Everyone is dressed in their best clothes, holding a single suitcase, waiting patiently to shake the captain’s hand as they say goodbye to everything they have ever known to embark on a new life. They step off and take one last look at the Patris as it sails back to Greece... Picture 1: My grandmother Antonia Picture 2 My grandfather Nikolaos Picture 3: My mother Stella in a dress my grandmother made for her out of serviettes (a creativity activity created on board to pass time) - - - #greekaustralian #greekaustralians #greek #greece #portmelbourne #melbourne #1960 #patrisship #patris #blackandwhitephotography #greekmigration #ancestors #greekculture #greekhistory #greekstories #grandparents #greekheritage #greeklife #greekfamily #greekpost #greece #chania #crete #blackandwhitephoto #oldgreekphotos #storiesofmigration #cretegreece #yiayia #pappou
I could eat the whole tray! Politiko Thessalonikis I could eat the whole tray! Politiko Thessalonikis , a new favourite of mine. I was never found of the mastiha flavour but in this dessert, it is subtle and superb. My aim for this year is to experiment and research with the not so commonly known Greek dishes and bring to you fresh and unique recipes to try. Here’s to making more time to learn and develop as a cook and share my love of food with eager foodie enthusiasts! - - - #greekfood #greekcuisine #mediterraneanfood #mediterraneandiet #greekrecipe #bakingtime #foodblogs #foodblogeats #foodblogging #greeksweets #greekdessert #feedfeed #taste #bakinglove #eatwell #delicious #greekrecipes #food52 #foodielife #inmykitchen #huffposttaste #thekitchn #politikothessalonikis #huffpostfood #tastingtable #heresmyfood #buzzfeedtasty #comfortfood #fromscratch #tastyfood
My first attempt at making Cretan Xerotigana. Simi My first attempt at making Cretan Xerotigana. Similar to diples but the pastry dough does not contain eggs. Xerotigana are a fried coiled pastry dipped in a sugar & honey syrup and topped with sesame seeds, walnuts and cinnamon. Commonly shared at times of celebration. Wishing you all a very happy new year! May it be filled with health, love and joy! Thank you to you all for your love and support this year, it means the world to me. Let me know if you want me to post a recipe on this next year 😜? - - - #inmykitchen #huffposttaste #thekitchn #xerotigana #huffpostfood #tastingtable #heresmyfood #buzzfeedtasty #comfortfood #fromscratch #tastyfood #makeitdelicious #eatstagram #greekdessert #tastemade #eatthis #buzzfeedtasty #greekfood #deliciousfood #greekcuisine #foodiefeature #foodideas #sharefood #greeksweets #lovetocook #lovecooking #cookingathome #homecooked #simplefood #foodforfoodies
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