Fill the air this winter with the aromatic spices of India. This flavourful and warming dahl is made from creamy yellow split peas and simmered in the right blend of toasty spices. The addition of chickpeas lend texture and a deeper nutty flavour. Drizzled with coconut milk and sprinkled with fresh coriander or parsley served…
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Black-eyed bean stew
What is better than a warm fire and a big bowl of comfort food on a winters night? Pulses and lentils are a staple of the traditional Mediterranean diet. Black-eyed beans are a versatile superfood associated with multiple health benefits. If you have not tried them they are so easy to use, economical and delicious…
Greek Style Bruschetta, with Cherry Tomatoes, Kalamata Olives and Feta
Tomato and Basil Italian bruschetta tastes amazing but you will be so glad you tasted this bruschetta. Quality ingredients feature in this simple dish and serve perfectly as dinner appetisers or a lunch. To pin this recipe head over to the end and you will find the pin it button. Try with a fresh loaf…
Easy Vegan Chickpea and Bean Stew
This Low Carb and vegan stew is eaten most year round during spring, autumn and winter. A quick and easy satisfying and hearty meal, I find it is something to turn to when you want a comforting, healthy and no-fuss meal. That for me is usually on a weeknight, when I have had a long…
Sesame Seed Cookies
Greek Vegan sesame seed cookies are a sweetly scented biscuit reminiscent of moustokouloura and Sicilian sesame seed cookies. Covered in crunchy sesame seeds and delicately spiced they are delicious, easy-to-make and will surely become a favourite at home. A non-traditional European Cookie they are not overly sweet, have a wonderful crunch from the sesame seeds…
Flavour Packed Veggie Pastie
So, so versatile…. Perfect for a packed picnic, afternoon-tea or a lunch. Include chicken and it makes a delicious dinner time meal with salad. Freeze uncooked in a sealed container they are perfect for unexpected guests. Throw them in the oven along with some tiropitakia ( cheese puffs) and you have home-made warm finger food….
Greek Zucchini Fritters (κολοκυθοκεφτεδες ) with dill and feta
Zucchini fritters are a classic greek mezze or appetizer served in homes when zucchini yield is high. I first discovered these light and crispy greek zucchini fritters with dill and feta arriving from a long international flight to my mothers home in Greece on a summers afternoon. I was quite keen on freshening up with…
Basil, Pinenut and Rocket Pesto
Robust and Aromatic Basil Pesto Recipe