SEAFOOD

The sea has always played an important role in the daily lives of Greeks, serving as a cornerstone of the…

Nuts

They benefit us with their dozens of nutrients, are an ideal snack during the day and fit in every meal,…

Legumes in the Mediterranean Diet

Legumes are plants and plant seeds in the family Fabaceae, which includes beans, lentils, chickpeas and broad beans. Legumes are…

Sweets

Dessert is something people of all ages look forward to at the end of a meal. In Greece, even in…

HERBS – INFUSIONS

With its Mediterranean and mild climate, Greece prides itself on being home to some of the most healthful and delicious…

Nutritional Value of Sardines

The sardine is one of the most common species of fish in the Greek Mediterranean diet. Sardines are oily fish…

Nutritional Value of Saffron

Saffron, one of the most expensive spices in the world, is derived from the flower of the saffron plant (Crocus…

Nutritional Value of Mountain Tea

Mountain tea is a traditional Greek infusion made from the sideritis plant (Sideritis L.). This particular herb thrives in the…

Nutritional Value of Garlic

Garlic is a small perennial plant that plays an important role in the Greek Mediterranean diet as an ingredient in…

Nutritional Value of Beans

Beans are a staple food of Greek cuisine. They are legumes, and there are various types, differing in characteristics such…

1 2 3 4 5