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Miliarakis Winery / Miliarakis Estate Red Dry Wine

Type: CRETE: PROTECTED GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION. Α red aged wine with composite flavours or red fruit and new oak barrel. Velvet body rich in tannins and extraordinary aftertaste. Since 1999, our establishment has cultivated a privately owned vineyard of 15 square km, within the area of Appellation d’ Origine at the area of “Kolomodi” aiming for an authentic and high-class Cretan red wine. With a yield of 700 kilos of grapes per square km, Kotsifali and Mandilari have developed all their Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago

Akis’ Greek almond snowballs – Kourabiedes

Recipe ingredients 900 g all-purpose flour 500 g butter, sheep butter 220 g icing sugar 2 stick(s) vanilla powder 1 teaspoon(s) bitter almond liqueur 200 g almond slivers, blanched slivered, toasted 1 teaspoon(s) rosewater To serve 300 g icing sugar 1 tablespoon(s) rosewater Directions: This is delicious, melt in your mouth, traditional Greek sweet called “Kourabiedes”. Sweet and crumbly, with crunchy toasted almonds and they look so Christmassy!! Remove the butter from the refrigerator about 2-3 hours before using, so Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago

Sausages and Peppers (Spetsofai)

This recipe can be prepared with any type of sausage you have on hand. However, it really does taste best with Greek loukaniko! Greek Style Sausages and Peppers (Spetsofagi) Recipe Ingredients: 5 tablespoons Greek olive oil4 large bell peppers, seeds removed and chopped2 cloves garlic, choppedCooked sausage, cut in 1-inch pieces14 ounce can diced tomatoes1 teaspoon Greek oregano Instructions on How to Prepare Greek Sausages and Peppers:Add the olive oil to a skillet and heat over medium for 1-2 minutes. Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago

Chickpea Salad

Chickpeas are a traditional ingredient in the cuisine all over Greece. This salad recipe is one of the many ways it’s prepared. Greek Style Chickpea Salad (Revithia Salata) Recipe Ingredients: 30 ounces chickpeas soaked1  cucumber, chopped20 cherry or grape tomatoes, cut in half1 small onion or 1 shallot, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced1 recipe ladolemono1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese2 tablespoons fresh, chopped parsley1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped Instructions on How to Prepare Greek Chickpea Salad:Drain the chickpeas into a strainer Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago

Akis’ Greek Christmas honey cookies Melomakarona

Recipe ingredients For the syrup 500 g water 800 g granulated sugar 150 g honey 3 stick(s) cinnamon 3 cloves 1 orange, cut in half 1st mixture 400 g orange juice 400 g seed oil 180 g olive oil 50 g icing sugar 1/2 teaspoon(s) cloves 2-3 teaspoon(s) cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon(s) nutmeg 1 teaspoon(s) baking soda orange zest, of 2 oranges 2nd mixture 1-kilo all-purpose flour 200 g semolina, fine To serve Honey Walnuts Directions: These amazingly aromatic little cookies Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago

Miliarakis Winery / Malvazia White Dry Wine

Type: CRETE: PROTECTED GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION. The revival of an original and very promising Cretan variety in a dry white wine version. A unique wine with a characteristic identity. The yield, 950 kilos of grapes per 1.000 sq.m., the cultivator’s care, and the 75-year-old experience of our winery, contribute to the production of a rich golden-yellow wine with composite flavors and distinct taste. The harvest was done in mid-September and the total production of 6.000 bottles come exclusively from the first Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago

Fakes Soup – Lentil Soup

Fakes (lentils) are a staple in the Greek kitchen. Fakes soupa is traditionally served with a drizzle of olive oil and lots of vinegar to give the lentils extra flavor. Lentil Soup Ingredients: 1/2 lb. lentils 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 whole garlic cloves, peeled 2 teaspoons salt 1 bay leaf 3 tablespoons vinegar Parsley, to garnish (if desired) Directions to Prepare Greek Lentil Soup: Wash the lentils and soak in warm water for 2 hours. Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago

Watermelon and Feta Salad

When watermelons are in season, this recipe can often be found on tables throughout Greece. The sweetness of the watermelon and the saltiness of the feta cheese complement each other well. Ingredients: 5 cups cubed watermelon pieces (remove the seeds) 1 English cucumber, chopped 1 small shallot, minced 1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives (pitted) 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped, fresh mint Directions: Add the watermelon and cucumber to a Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago

Rice Pudding With Lemon

This class dessert dish is made with rice, sugar, and milk and is perfumed with lemon. It is prepared throughout Greece.  Greek Rice Pudding With Lemon (Rizogolo me Lemono) Recipe Instructions:1 1/4 cups water1/2 cup uncooked, medium grain rice4 cups whole milk1 tablespoon fresh, chopped lemon zest1/2 cup granulated sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extractCinnamon, for sprinkling Instructions on How to Prepare Rice Pudding With Lemon:Pour 1 cup of water into a medium saucepan and set the heat to medium. Bring the Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago

Miliarakis Winery /Αssyrtiko White Dry Wine

Type: CRETE: PROTECTED GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION. The new entry of the single varietal range of the winery. A worldwide recognized variety is attached to the unique characteristics of the Cretan terroir. Assyrtiko fermented in stainless steel, harvested out of two Cretan vineyards in the areas of Astritsi and Peza, at an altitude of 350 meters. Light color, crystal-clear with citrus flowers aromas, rich bodycharacterized by pear and apple flavors. Typical mineral and crisp acidity, well-structured white wine with an aftertaste long Read more…

By Giannis Papadakis, ago