The Heroes of Greek Cooking: Some Key Ingredients.
Every cuisine in the world is a reflection of the country it originated in. The ingredients used, the flavors produced and the aromas emitted – all these elements combine together to create authentic recipes that not only please the senses, but also bring people together. Greek cuisine is a Mediterranean cuisine, which is one of the healthiest in the world. Us, Greeks, are known for our love for food, and why not! Our cuisine is known for being diverse and offering everyone a plethora of fabulous dishes. Whether it is meat-based or vegetarian food, it’s all available aplenty throughout the region, all making use of a mélange of fresh and locally-sourced ingredients. Fresh vegetables such as tomatoes, zucchini, and eggplant are used frequently. Seafood and lamb are commonly found on Grecian dining tables as well. Modern Greeks eat foods from all over the world, but traditionally prepared Grecian fare is an important part of the diet for Greek elders as it is reminiscent o...