Recipe
Aegean Style Stuffed Artichokes Recipe
“Stuffed artichokes are one of the most elegant olive oil dishes of the Aegean cuisine. Both their appearance and flavor make them stand out at the table.”
My Mother’s Homemade Herb and Cheese Pide
“Tray pide comes from a mother’s kitchen and is gone as soon as it comes out of the tray. The aroma of sesame, the abundance of herbs, the flavor of olive oil—no other recipe is needed.”
Olive Oil Stuffed Onions
“Olive oil stuffed onions are little-known but much-loved. The sweetness of the onion combined with rice and herbs creates a surprising flavor.”
Olive Oil Stuffed Eggplant
“Olive oil stuffed eggplant is the most distinctive of all stuffed dishes. When the bitterness of the eggplant is balanced with rice and olive oil, it becomes the star of the table.”
Olive Oil Stuffed Tomatoes
“Olive oil stuffed tomatoes are the most delicate of all stuffed dishes. They stand out when the tomato skin is thin and the filling is rich in herbs.”
Olive Oil Stuffed Bell Peppers
“Olive oil stuffed bell peppers are the crown jewel of cold dishes. If the rice is firm, the oil is balanced, and the lemon is just right, nothing else is needed.”
Olive Oil Beetroot Soup
“When beetroot soup arrives at the table, everyone pauses — its color is so vibrant. Olive oil and lemon brighten this red.”
Olive Oil Celery Soup
“Celery soup is the lightest yet most distinctive soup of the Aegean region. Olive oil and lemon balance the bitterness of celery.”
Olive Oil Tomato Soup
“When made with olive oil, tomato soup offers a purer and more authentic flavor than its creamy version.”
Olive Oil Spinach Soup
“When spinach soup is made with olive oil, it becomes both lighter and more aromatic. There is no need for butter.”
