Blue Oyster Mushrooms
Blue Oyster Mushrooms most likely had their origin in Europe and travelled across the globe. Available in specialty markets, Blue Oyster Mushrooms are a bit costly and well worth the experience.
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Green Chili Polenta or Grits
Canned Green Chili’s give this dish a bit of heat and was the perfect side to Tajin Pork Chops and sautéed Blue Oyster Mushrooms.
Fried Eggs with Romesco
There are as many ways to cook eggs as there are cooks. Whether you like the yolks runny or hard cooked, it really is just a matter of time. An important matter of time. Romesco is a great Spanish addition to any meal.
Lemon Risotto
The concept of risotto is exclusively Italian. A speciality of Milan, Arborio Rice, (commonly used) is not rinsed. The Risotto needs the starch from the rice for the creamy thick consistency, along with the ever present Parmesan Cheese and stock.
Burrata with Slow Roasted Tomatoes
Burrata and Fresh Mozzarella appear the same until you slice into it. Burrata’s centre is filled with fresh cream and curds, whereas Mozzarella’s interior is the same as the exterior.
Layered Mediterranean Dip
Flavours of the Middle East, Greece and Italy come together in this incredible dip. Start and layer with Hummus, Tzatziki, and Bruschetta.
Basic French Vinaigrette
Basic French Vinaigrette is not to be confused with bottled French Dressing! This vinaigrette pops and is absolutely delicious. All the dressing needs is to be tossed with simple, leafy greens. Tossing with your hands is the best way rather than with salad tongs.
Halloumi Cheese with Lemon
I’ve been making this appetizer for years. It’s really good before a Greek meal or as part of the Maze platter.
Pork Gyro’s
Gyro’s – an Ancient Greek street food made with pork, were fashioned after Turkish Donair’s, cooked on a vertical spit or a Persian sword over a fire. True Gyro’s are thinly sliced meat sliced straight from the cone. Middle Eastern Shawarma’s, again very similar, are …
Saganaki – Greek Fried Cheese
Saganaki îs a perfect hot weather snack. It can be any number of small dishes prepared in a small frying pan, but most common is fried cheese, served with a spritz of lemon. It’s also flambeed after being fried in many Greek restaurants for a …