September 1st marks National Gyros Day, a celebration of Greece’s iconic street food. From succulent meat and fresh vegetables to creamy tzatziki wrapped in warm pita, gyros have delighted taste buds worldwide. Discover the history, flavours, and ways to celebrate this beloved Greek culinary tradition.
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After 40 days of Lenten fasting—or even just a few days for some—Greeks eagerly await Easter Sunday to savor spit-roasted lamb, a cherished tradition. This custom, deeply rooted in Orthodox Christian and cultural heritage, symbolizes the resurrection of Christ, with the lamb representing sacrifice and renewal.
Greek shoppers caught a break this holiday season as the cost of traditional Christmas and New Year’s foods dipped. The “Christmas Basket” of festive staples tracked by IELKA cost 3% less in 2024 compared to 2023. While meats like turkey, pork, and lamb saw price decreases, chocolate prices rose due to increasing global cocoa costs.
Starting December 11, 2024, Greece will offer a special “Christmas Basket” as part of its expanded “Household Basket” initiative. The basket will include traditional holiday items like lamb, goat, turkey, tsoureki buns, New Year pies, and chocolate, with prices expected to be competitive or lower than last year. Available through January 3, 2025, the initiative aims to make holiday meals more affordable for Greek households.
As the greatest feast of Orthodoxy, Easter is celebrated in a unique way in every corner of Greece, with century-old local traditions being revived every year all across the country.
Meat prices in Greece rose by almost 6% nearly double the EU average, according to…
This article dives deeper than your typical Easter recipe list. It takes you on a…
Greece, a land steeped in history and renowned for its delicious cuisine, reigns supreme when it comes to lamb dishes. Several Greek specialties featuring this succulent meat landed coveted spots on TasteAtlas’ recent list of the world’s best lamb dishes. From the crowd-pleasing paidakia (grilled lamb chops) boasting a burst of flavor, to the slow-roasted and traditionally cooked kleftiko, Greek cuisine offers a delightful exploration for lamb lovers.
Kleftiko is a delicious dish from the time of the Greek revolution when bands of…
Antikristo is one of the oldest and most unique techniques of cooking meat and is…
Greek Easter has been associated with the cracking of eggs, tsoureki and of course spit…
The president of the Kastoria Livestock Cooperative of Cereal and Livestock Products spoke to AMNA…
Greek Oregano is the most flavoursome and undoubtedly one of the best herbs in the…
Lamb Kleftiko – it is one of the most beloved dishes you can find in…
Antikristo is one of the oldest and most unique techniques of cooking meat and is…
Greek Easter has been associated with the cracking of eggs, tsoureki and of course spit…
After 40 days of fasting (or maybe even just a few days), there is no…
As the greatest feast of Orthodoxy, Easter is celebrated in a unique way in every corner of Greece, with century-old local traditions being revived every year all across the country.
Vegans gathered in Athens on Wednesday protesting against the slaughter and consumption of lambs for…
Greek Oregano is the most flavoursome and without a doubt one of the best herbs…
Kleftiko is a delicious dish from the time of the Greek revolution when bands of…
Antikristo is one of the oldest and most unique techniques of cooking meat and is…
The prices of lamb and goat have increased by 10% compared to last year in…
Time to fire up that BBQ as today is Tsiknopempti (Smoky Thursday) for 2021, otherwise…
This is the creation of two amazing yet different food options- Lamb and Burgers! Martha…
ntikristo, meaning “facing the fire,” has its roots in the pastoral traditions of Crete’s mountainous regions. Shepherds would prepare this dish while tending their flocks, using minimal ingredients but maximizing flavor through technique. The meat, usually lamb or goat, is cut into large pieces, salted, and then skewered on long wooden or metal poles. These are arranged in a circle around a central fire, allowing the meat to cook slowly in its own juices.
There has been a major shift in the daily diet of Greek consumers over the…
Kleftiko is a delicious dish from the time of the Greek revolution, when bands of…
If you are looking for a very simple and delicious family meal, you should try…
