Greek Cypriot recipes and other family food inspirations
Chicken and potatoes are undeniably a classic combo for a roast. What makes this recipe even better is the convenience of cooking whole potatoes without boiling them first. All done in one tray! I first posted this recipe on my social media and it was …
Once you try this slow cooked beef sauce, it will become a family favourite I’m sure! I’ve had this particular recipe on my list to upload for a very long time. With the winter months now upon us I thought it was the perfect time …
A must try recipe for crispy skinned salmon! It’s so easy and quick to prepare and cook, it will become a weekly regular. Salmon is one of the types of fish we eat the most at home and my kids especially love it. My eldest …
Cypriot ravioli with halloumi (aka rafkioles) literally gives me all the feels! It’s a taste like no other and I hadn’t had the chance to eat them since I was in Cyprus last. I now have batches in the freezer to use and you yourself …
Black eyed peas with zucchini (Louvi mavromati me kolokoui) is such a typical Cypriot meal. I would consider this as a peasant type meal and one that has become a key characteristic of our cuisine. I don’t think I’ve seen this combination in any other …
Slow cooked lamb with chickpeas and capsicum is another variation to my Cypriot style recipe. I absolutely love slow cooked recipes, as you simply prepare the dish, place it in the oven and forget until it is cooked. And in the end… it results to …
Turmeric vegetable stew is really delicious and nutritious! The spiced couscous that is served with it soaks up the sauce from the stew and adds even more flavour to the meal. The two dishes just really complement each other. And to think this was an …
Greek style roasted butterflied chicken with potatoes just smells and tastes like home comfort food. I was always so intimidated to cook a whole chicken but it really is just as easy as preparing separate pieces. And in just a short time the whole chicken …
