Greece: The Cookbook

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If you plan to cook exclusively from this new book as a part of your new diet, purchasing a book with more recipes will give you more options and variety; this might be particularly helpful if you’re cooking for a larger family with lots of different meal preferences. On the other hand, if you plan to use the book only occasionally or for cooking for a particular family member or guest, you don’t necessarily need quite as many recipes and can opt for a smaller book. Quality is what matters, not quantity.

The Ultimate Healthy Greek Cookbook: 75 Authentic Recipes for a Mediterranean Diet by Yiota GiannakopoulouIt is the original Mediterranean cuisine, where olive oil, bread, wine, figs, grapes and cheese have been staples since the beginnings of Western civilization. With hundreds of simple recipes by Vefa Alexiadou, the authoritative grand dame of Greek cookery, the book also includes information on regional specialities, local ingredients and the religious and historical significance of the dishes, and is illustrated with 230 colour photographs. Specifications: The Complete Book of Greek Cooking: The Recipe Club of St. Paul’s Orthodox Cathedral by Recipe Club of St. Paul’s Church My Big Fat Greek Cookbook: Classic Mediterranean Soul Food Recipes byChristos Sourligas&Evdokia Antginas

Gorgeous photography accompanies this scrumptious cookbook.The over 120 recipes include personal touches from Debbie, bringing each dish to life. With this cookbook, their goal is to give their readers approachable Mediterrenean recipes for a healthy lifestyle.

As you read about Greek food in Ikaria, you will see every dish described and every person featured. The recipes speak of Ikarian culture in a really lovely way. The Mediterranean diet is a popular diet that’s proven to be particularly helpful when it comes to heart health. It's recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans and World Health Organization, according to the Mayo Clinic, as a means to “promote health and prevent chronic disease.” The beauty of these recipes is the versatility of them. Most of them are vegetarian that could have a meat protein added if you wanted or you could leave it as is. There are two wonderful ways to try Mediterranean foods. One is to find local Mediterranean restaurants in your area–the more authentic, the better. It’s a great way to try new flavors and cuisine without making a huge commitment. If you know you like the taste of Mediterranean foods, the next step is finding a good cookbook to make Mediterranean dishes at home. Remember, the Mediterranean is home to a range of different cuisines, including (but not necessarily limited to) France, Portugal, Italy, Spain, Greece, Malta, Cyprus, Turkey, Lebanon, Egypt, Libia, Algeria, and Bosnia. The recipes in my Big Fat Greek Cookbook were documented directly from his ailing mother as a way to preserve her memory.