Greek Food Throughout History
From ancient times to just a century ago, information and facts about Greek foods - what they were, where they came from, how they were eaten, and the influences that brought about change.
Ancient Greek Aphrodisiacs
Ah, poor Aphrodite. If she only knew how many foods have been given her name (aphrodisiacs)! Ancient Greeks had their own beliefs about foods that increased passion and prowess. Learn more.
Ah, poor Aphrodite. If she only knew how many foods have been given her name (aphrodisiacs)! Ancient Greeks had their own beliefs about foods that increased passion and prowess. Learn more.
Ancient Greek Recipes
We know what kinds of foods the ancient Greeks ate, but how were they cooked? Here are some recipes that are representative of ancient Greek times.
We know what kinds of foods the ancient Greeks ate, but how were they cooked? Here are some recipes that are representative of ancient Greek times.
How Did the Ancient Greek Cooks Their Food?
Students of Ancient Greece ask questions about cooking methods. Here are your Guide's answers.
Students of Ancient Greece ask questions about cooking methods. Here are your Guide's answers.
The Foods of Old Athens
These exceprts from "A Day in Old Athens: a Picture of Athenian Life" by William Stearns Davis takes a look at the foods and eating habits of Athenians in the 4th century B.C.E.
These exceprts from "A Day in Old Athens: a Picture of Athenian Life" by William Stearns Davis takes a look at the foods and eating habits of Athenians in the 4th century B.C.E.
What Foods Did the Ancient Greeks Eat?
Ancient Greek foods were similar to the foods we know today, except that the variety was limited. Learn about ancient Greek foods.
Ancient Greek foods were similar to the foods we know today, except that the variety was limited. Learn about ancient Greek foods.
Some Facts about Mediterranean Food History
In this excellent annotated article, celebrated author and chef Clifford Wright explores the influences on Greek foods and the role of various cultures and conquerors.
In this excellent annotated article, celebrated author and chef Clifford Wright explores the influences on Greek foods and the role of various cultures and conquerors.
The History of Baklava
Thought to have originated with the Assyrians in the 8th century B.C.E., baklava became a Greek favorite a few centuries later. The Kitchen Project follows the history and evolution of this glorious pastry to which Greeks added the perfect touch: phyllo dough.
Thought to have originated with the Assyrians in the 8th century B.C.E., baklava became a Greek favorite a few centuries later. The Kitchen Project follows the history and evolution of this glorious pastry to which Greeks added the perfect touch: phyllo dough.
The History of Olive Oil
Where did it all begin? The olive tree has been the rock of Greek economy for centuries, and cultivated in Greece since the Minoan civilization on Crete in 3500 BCE, and Crete began the export of "liquid gold." Follow this timeline from GreekProducts.com.
Where did it all begin? The olive tree has been the rock of Greek economy for centuries, and cultivated in Greece since the Minoan civilization on Crete in 3500 BCE, and Crete began the export of "liquid gold." Follow this timeline from GreekProducts.com.