Greek Cypriot recipes and other family food inspirations
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 …
Fudgy and moist chocolate cake will have to be on everyone’s to do list! Especially with the festive season coming up this one is a goodie, makes a few servings to share and most people love chocolate. Can be made ahead of time and it …
Pikelets (pronounced as paik-let) are basically mini fluffy pancakes! And kids love them! Even more so when they add a few extra toppings like ice cream and their favourite fruit. The pikelets are a great breakfast option as they are quick and easy to do. …
As I am writing the post for this spanakopita (spinach pies) triangles and pin wheels, my daughter is going through her primary school orientation! I’ve had to start thinking about what to prepare for her lunch boxes as of next year. So more school friendly …
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 …
This cabbage fennel snow peas salad is the answer to my calling! Layers of different textures, smooth and crunchy, as well as aromatic. I can’t resist a salad that has all these in one! Vegetables included The vegetables used for this salad include red cabbage, …
Cypriot lentils with rice are known to the locals as fakes (lentils) moutzentra. It’s a traditional Cypriot dish enjoyed for the nourishment and tastiness it provides. A peasant type of food with very simple ingredients. I remember enjoying fakes moutzentra at two houses other than …
International noodle day is celebrated every year on a day like today, the 6th of October. To celebrate this day I was sent a pack from Australian owned business Chang’s, who specialize in certain Asian food products. The pack included a variety of their specialty …
