Greek Meze Cooking

Meze is perhaps the most famous feature of Greek cuisine and, although the spelling may vary, the meaning is always the same. The Meze is a titbit of food, a small serving of something delicious to have with a glass of something cool in the tranquil ambience of the Mediterranean summer. ‘A little bit of everything’ is the philosophy behind this book and the principle which governs the Meze table, But that can range from a humble bowl of hummus with pita bread to a whole array of tempting salads, bean dishes, dips, tiny kabobs, vegetables – stuffed and unstuffed – and much more, creating a mass of complementary tastes, textures and colors. Sarah Maxwell covers everything from such traditional classics as Moussaka, Stuffed Grape Leaves and Baklava to more unusual regional specialties, like Cauliflower Baked with Tomato and Feta, Chicken Roasted with Pistachios and Phyllo Custard Pie. In addition, she provide a specials ection on Greek breads to accompany your feast and useful tips on good-value and delicious wines to wash it down.