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I was thinking that it would be fun to make chocolate baklava. I have made a version of chocolate baklava that involved putting chocolate chips in with the walnuts. It was good but not great. Honestly I was just winging it and I could have messed something up. If anyone has a recipe for this feel free to send it my way!

I bumped into a recipe for chocolate baklava somewhere that called for chocolate phyllo. Is this a thing I can actually buy? If not, is this easy enough to make? I make regular phyllo all the time.

The only problem is, for baklava I like the thin sheets of Phyllo and mine don't come. close. Your thoughts are appreciated.
 
Yes chocolate phyllo dough is a thing as is chocolate puff pastry. I have not found it yet in supermarkets. The truth is your best bet is to make it on your own. Though as you said, homemade phyllo tends to be thicker than store bought phyllo. I say go ahead and make it. Be cautious on how much coco powder you use and when opening them (rolling them out) use coco powder instead of cornstarch. I would love to see photo of it if you do. Share it with us here or privately on my Insta at @PemiKanavos.
If you are to bored of making chocolate phyllo try out our chocolate baklava in our new book “Baking baklava” our syrup is chocolatey to add more chocolate flavor to the baklava!
 
I was thinking that it would be fun to make chocolate baklava. I have made a version of chocolate baklava that involved putting chocolate chips in with the walnuts. It was good but not great. Honestly I was just winging it and I could have messed something up. If anyone has a recipe for this feel free to send it my way!

I bumped into a recipe for chocolate baklava somewhere that called for chocolate phyllo. Is this a thing I can actually buy? If not, is this easy enough to make? I make regular phyllo all the time.

The only problem is, for baklava I like the thin sheets of Phyllo and mine don't come. close. Your thoughts are appreciated.

Seems like you can only buy direct for now

 
I read a tip for making thin phyllo and I wonder if anyone has ever tried this - use a pasta machine - one of those with a crank that flattens the dough.

My concern is that this will overwork the phyllo. But I know it can help get the sheets thinner. I saw it in a cookbook somewhere but I've never personally tried it.

Let us know how things turn out with the chocolate phyllo!
 

Getting souvlaki tender?

How do you make tender Greek souvlaki? I've attempted various recipes, marinated for different durations, and experimented with both high and low cooking temps, but I seem to be missing the mark for that mouth-watering tenderness commonly found in authentic Greek souvlaki.

Has anyone found a particular method or ingredient that makes a significant difference in achieving that ideal tenderness?

I use ladolemono, a marinate it overnight in ziplock baggies (after I cut the meat in cubes) and then I add them to the skewers and cook them on the grill. I typically use chicken.

Greek grilling advice and tips?

It's getting warm out and time to break out the grill! I am interested in how do Greek people in Greece grill? I've had so many delicious grilled foods in Greece, I am having a hard time getting the same flavors here in the United States.

I've tried my hand at a few recipes, aiming to capture that authentic taste, but I feel like there's a deeper level of technique and tradition that I'm just not hitting. From choosing the right ingredients to mastering the grill itself, I know there’s a wealth of subtleties that can turn a good dish into a great one.

Do they use certain marinades or techniques? I've watched people in Greece grill - they don't even really follow recipes.

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I've recently found myself on a delicious quest to explore the world of baklava, that rich, sweet pastry made of layers of filo filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with honey or syrup. I understand that baklava has roots in many culinary traditions across the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia, each bringing its own unique twist to this iconic dessert.

From what I’ve gathered, the variations of baklava are as numerous as they are delicious, differing in nuts, spices, types of syrup, and preparation methods. However, navigating through these variations is quite the challenge, and that’s where I’m seeking your collective wisdom!

I am curious what you guys think!

What are the most famous Greek cheeses?

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I'm reaching out to this knowledgeable community to ask: What are the most famous Greek cheeses that you've tried or heard of?

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Current food trends in Greece?

I understand that Greece is just like other countries where there might be food trends, new dishes, etc to enjoy.

I'm looking to understand more about the latest trends that are currently shaping it. I'm particularly interested in how traditional Greek recipes are being reimagined by modern chefs, how regional variations are gaining popularity, or if there's a rise in any particular ingredients or cooking methods.

Is anyone here keeping tabs on contemporary movements in Greek food? Maybe you've dined at a restaurant that surprised you with a modern twist on a Greek classic, or you've come across new food blogs with innovative recipes.

The cuisine of Greece is as much about the traditional recipes we all love as it is the trends and the way the cuisine moves forward!
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