Heritage + culture

This is a simple Greek vegetable stew. It’s vegan and super healthy. Serve with hummus and crusty bread to mop up the sauce.

November marks the season that cranberries start to flourish. A nod to my childhood in Australia, these Anzac biscuits combine cranberries with coconut and macadamia.

Yemista are delicious hot or cold, and are great with a chunk of fetta drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with some dried oregano.

This vegan cake, not only has an interesting cultural heritage, but only uses basic cupboard ingredients and is super easy to make.

Hortopita (or green pie) is traditionally made in Greece around Springtime from wild greens. It’s vegan as the Greek community is typically fasting during this time for Lent. It’s like a detox for the body, and allows you to experiment with produce that is in season.

During the pandemic, I have been craving the comfort and safety of home. Everyone has one meal that they associate with home. For me, it’s Greek avgolemono soup.

In Greek culture, vegan recipes come from the religious practice of fasting during Lent. This is one of my favourite recipes because it can be made with or without meat, and is brilliant hot or cold.

Courgette flowers mark high summer. They are often deep-fried, but I’ve decided to fill them with Italian ricotta and bake them. This recipe is ready in 30 minutes and is great for a quick summer lunch.

‘Gigantes’ are traditional Greek baked beans, and are best made with jumbo butter beans. The base recipe is vegan and can be eaten warm or cold with chewy sourdough.

Caramelised onion, fennel and ricotta pies re-create the magic of a trip to Athens. The recipe works as a main, but can also be halved and served as canapés, warm or cold.

Inspired by cupboard ingredients, this no-fuss chicken casserole will feed the whole family. Succulent chicken legs, classic Mediterranean spices and Puy lentils merge into a warming, comforting stew.

This tomato bruschetta will transport you to the sunny isles of Greece. Use good quality ripe tomatoes and high-quality olive oil for full flavour expression.