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What fruits and veggies are in season right now in Greece?
- Thread starter nm1999
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Here are the fruits and veggies that I always eat every time I go to Greece (in the Summer):
- Cucumbers
- Tomatoes
- Peaches
- Grapes
- Watermelon
- Melon
- Peppers
- Figs
There are some that I can think of that are amazing!
- Cucumbers
- Tomatoes
- Peaches
- Grapes
- Watermelon
- Melon
- Peppers
- Figs
There are some that I can think of that are amazing!
k_tsoukalas
Administrator
You can't go wrong with anything fresh that is from Greece! My absolute favorite are the fresh, perfectly ripened tomatoes.
ellinasgolfer0320
Well-known member
Grapes, figs, plums, pomegranates...
Some of my family just went to the village to make tsipouro from the grapes we grow around my house.
Some of my family just went to the village to make tsipouro from the grapes we grow around my house.
nm1999
Active member
Omg I had no idea that tsipouro was made from grapes...wow, what is that process like?
ellinasgolfer0320
Well-known member
I have no idea. I've never made it, but the iconic anise smell and taste that ouzo and tsipouro have doesn't happen naturally, the anise smell and taste are added to the drinks after they're made. Most Greeks (except for people around Volos) don't like ouzo or tsipouro that tastes like anise, so they prefer the drink without the anise which tastes and smells more like tequila.
seleanor
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Enjoying Cooking with Greek Honey
- axariotisxy
- Greek Food Forum
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One of the things I love most about Greek honey is its versatility. You can use it in so many different ways in the kitchen. I've drizzled it over Greek yogurt for breakfast, mixed it into salad dressings for a touch of sweetness, and even used it as a glaze for roasted vegetables. The depth of flavor it adds to dishes is truly remarkable.
But perhaps my favorite way to use Greek honey is in baking. It adds a wonderful depth of flavor to cakes, cookies, and pastries. I recently made a batch of baklava using Greek honey, and it was a game-changer. The honey soaked into the layers of phyllo dough, creating a sweet and sticky treat that was absolutely irresistible.
I go out of my way to buy it - if I can't find it locally, I get it online. When I go to Greece, I get some in Greece, too.
What do you love to use Greek honey for?
But perhaps my favorite way to use Greek honey is in baking. It adds a wonderful depth of flavor to cakes, cookies, and pastries. I recently made a batch of baklava using Greek honey, and it was a game-changer. The honey soaked into the layers of phyllo dough, creating a sweet and sticky treat that was absolutely irresistible.
I go out of my way to buy it - if I can't find it locally, I get it online. When I go to Greece, I get some in Greece, too.
What do you love to use Greek honey for?
How to learn about different regional cuisines in Greece?
- toniiv
- Greek Food Forum
- Replies: 0
I have learned so much about Greek cuisine by being on this forum! I know that there are standard recipes that everyone seems to cook.
For example, you can get souvlaki all over. Everyone seems to serve a village salad with slight variations. Most regions seem to make moussaka. There are tons of others.
I have also noticed that each region has their own specialties. How do you go about learning about them?
For example, you can get souvlaki all over. Everyone seems to serve a village salad with slight variations. Most regions seem to make moussaka. There are tons of others.
I have also noticed that each region has their own specialties. How do you go about learning about them?
What are the most famous Greek cheeses?
- knicks_fan87
- Greek Food Forum
- Replies: 1
I've recently embarked on a culinary quest to explore the rich and diverse world of Greek cheeses. From the tangy feta found in traditional Greek salads to the sizzling delights of halloumi, Greece's cheese culture seems incredibly vast and flavorful. 
I'm reaching out to this knowledgeable community to ask: What are the most famous Greek cheeses that you've tried or heard of?
Are there any particular varieties that are a must-try or any hidden gems that rarely escape the borders of Greece? And if you have any delicious recipes or pairings to share, I'd love to hear about those too!
I'm reaching out to this knowledgeable community to ask: What are the most famous Greek cheeses that you've tried or heard of?
Are there any particular varieties that are a must-try or any hidden gems that rarely escape the borders of Greece? And if you have any delicious recipes or pairings to share, I'd love to hear about those too!
