The day of the 26th December 2011 is special. My best man “koumbaros” Manolis celebrates his name day. In addition,
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Lunch in Marathon: Pork chops – Lamb offal (Gardoumbes) – Aubergines
Among other things, I have recently moved out of the metropolitan area of Athens to the hills overlooking Marathon, some
Continue readingString beans with bacalao – Αμπελοφασουλα με βακαλαο
Today’s dish belongs to the minimalist school, and as such requires tender loving care for the flavors and the textures.
Continue readingRistorante "Il Colombaio", Casole d'Elsa, Tuscany, Italy
One hot evening in August 2011 I found myself in the garden of the restaurant “Il Colombaio” in the outskirts
Continue readingPavillon de la Mer – A light dish for Spring days under the Sun
Today I share with you a dish that is perfect for the sunny days of Spring, and can be enjoyed
Continue readingLeek pie with celery and red cabbage
Today I cooked a nice light dish for the end of the winter. A leek pie with celery and red
Continue readingCuccina Povera: Pasta with sardine sauce – Ταπεινη Κουζινα: Φυτιλακι με σαρδελες
Today I continue my “Cuccina Povera” theme with a delicious and easy to do dish: pasta with sardines. I got
Continue readingDamianos Fish Tavern, Ambelas, island of Paros, Greece
Update The fish tavern has closed. In its place today you can find the “Blue Oyster” bar/restaurant. Original Article A
Continue readingBrandada de Bacalao – Salt Cod Mash (Brandade)
Updated 26 December 2023 Today’s dish is easy, cheap (cost efficient) and tasty! In addition, it has a name that
Continue readingMugaritz Restaurant, near San Sebastian, Basque Country
This is a long due review of my visit to Mugaritz in June 2010. Mugaritz is listed as number 5
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