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Spices in the Greek Cuisine
Greek
Cuisine
is
truly
a
kaleidoscope
of dishes, recipes and traditions which reflect local culture as it has
evolved across the country’s rich and diverse landscape. Greece lies at the
crossroads of East and West, and its cuisine has received various
influences from its neighbors. Extraordinary mixes have emerged and
combined with the land’s tradition dating back to more than 4,000 years,
giving us a unique result of unforgettable gastronomic surprises!
Spices and herbs, the soul of every national cuisine, constitute an integral
part of the Greek cuisine which is known for its ability to combine
different elements wisely, with a unique sense of proportion and
equilibrium. Spices have many a use in cooking and pastry, creating
memorable gastronomic and aromatic variations of the same dish. This
way food becomes richer in nutrients and leads to better health and well-
being!
How about sneaking inside the Greek pantry and getting to know them
better?