Nourish
νόστιμο
Greece is famous for it’s fresh produce and it is common to find food in restaurants that has been picked or fished the same day that it is served. Read on for some of our suggestions for Dimitrios and Jess favourite food in Greece and some tips on what and how to order.
Souvlaki
σουβλάκι
Not your dodgy mates late night kebab. Fresh and tasty skewers of meat usually served with crisp and seasoned French fries.
‘Greek’ Salad
Χωριάτικη Σαλάτα
Greek veggies taste incredible but Greeks are always surprised when tourists order this salad and nothing else! Order as a side but make sure to savour.
Fish
Ψάρι
You’ll find the freshest fish in the world in Greek costal towns. If you get up early enough, you’ll see the local Prevezianos fishermen bringing up the day’s catch to the local tavernas. Order with bread to mop up the healthy oils and eating with fingers is celebrated!
Kelftiko
κλέφτικο
Lamb slow cooked Greek style, in a way devised by mountain renegades in the C18th, to keep their food hidden from the Ottoman occupiers.
Pitta Gyros
γύρος
Pork or Chicken wrapped up with french fries, fresh tomato, onion and Tzatziki. To find Gyros, just follow your nose.
Pastitio
παστίτσιο
A comforting bolognaise dish with layers of tubed spaghetti. Can make a Greek man cry about his Grandmother.
Saganaki
σαγανάκι
Melted cheese is always a safe bet for a side dish - if you’re lucky your waiter will set it on fire with a shout of ‘Opa!’
Baklava
Μπακλαβάς
Causes division in our household as Jess finds this a little too sweet, but just one mouthful is plenty of this syrupy nutty snack. Great with ice-cream if you have a more savoury pallet.