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Authentic Greek food and meze recipes
Traditional Greek meze recipes for the Australian table.
Honest, tested recipes rooted in Greek tradition. From classic dips and grilled meats to regional island dishes and seasonal Mediterranean cooking.
What we cover
- Meze platters and shared dishes
- Regional Greek recipes from the islands and mainland
- Ingredient guides and sourcing tips
- Wine and ouzo pairings
What you can expect
- Step-by-step recipes with clear instructions
- Authentic techniques from Greek kitchens
- Seasonal Greek cooking and preserving
- Reviews of Greek restaurants in Australia
Latest posts
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Greek Lemon Potatoes: The Secret Weapon of Every Taverna
The recipe for those irresistible lemon and oregano roasted potatoes you find in every Greek taverna, and why they are impossible to stop eating.
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Island Cooking: What I Learned About Food on Skyros
A personal account of the food traditions of Skyros island in the Sporades, and how island cooking shaped my approach to Greek meze.
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A Feta Cheese Buyer's Guide for Australian Cooks
How to choose the right feta for different dishes, understanding PDO labels, and navigating the feta aisle at your local deli.
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Greek Desserts Beyond Baklava: Sweets You Should Know
Exploring the world of Greek desserts beyond the famous baklava, from galaktoboureko to loukoumades and the spoon sweets tradition.
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A Summer Seafood Meze Spread for Sydney Evenings
How to put together a stunning Greek seafood meze for a warm Sydney evening, featuring grilled prawns, calamari, and more.
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Keftedes: The Greek Meatball That Belongs on Every Table
A recipe for traditional Greek keftedes, herb-laden meatballs fried until crispy outside and tender within, plus tips on the best meat blend.
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Ouzo and Meze: The Perfect Partnership
A guide to drinking ouzo the Greek way, paired with the right meze, and why this anise-flavoured spirit deserves more respect in Australia.
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Moussaka the Right Way: Layers, Bechamel, and Patience
A proper Greek moussaka recipe with tips on each layer, a foolproof bechamel, and why patience is the most important ingredient.
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Where to Find Greek Ingredients in Australia
A practical guide to sourcing authentic Greek cooking ingredients across Australian cities, from specialty stores to online suppliers.
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A Complete Vegetarian Greek Meze Spread
How to put together an impressive all-vegetarian Greek meze table that will satisfy everyone, with recipes and a planning guide.
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Real Taramasalata: Forget the Pink Stuff
How to make authentic taramasalata using proper carp roe, and why the bright pink supermarket version is a different thing entirely.
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Greek Easter Foods Explained: From Magiritsa to Tsoureki
A guide to the traditional foods of Greek Easter, the most important celebration in the Greek calendar, and how to prepare them in Australia.
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Making Pita Bread at Home: Easier Than You Think
A straightforward recipe for fluffy, pocket-forming pita bread made at home, with tips for getting that perfect puff in a regular oven.
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Greek-Style Lamb Chops on the Australian BBQ
How to marry Greek marinade traditions with the Australian barbecue, producing lamb chops worthy of a taverna on the Aegean.
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Is Hummus Greek? The Great Debate and a Recipe Regardless
Exploring the origins of hummus in Greek cuisine, how it differs from Middle Eastern versions, and a recipe for the creamy Greek-style version.