Ahhh pilafi, that most wonderful of Cretan foods! But if you have to cook it in really large amounts, which would require physical strength, then you need a man…. Of course, it helps to have a good recipe as well.…
Scenes from a panighiri
October 23, is the feast of St. Jacob. The images below are from a small feast (panighiri) for the name day of Jacob- who is the son of the owner of the olive grove- and his patron saint. This panighiri…
Snails, Artichoke, Carrot and Fresh Pea Stew.
Delicate hearts hidden behind thorny leaves (the Cretan spiny artichokes) ~ fresh tender peas ~ sweet carrots ~ scallions and fresh garlic ~ wild fennel:a telltale sign that spring has arrived. Pair with snails and you’ll have a great dish. Hard to believe that…