Feature of Greek Food
Most common Greek foods include lamb, seafood, olives and cheese. Olive oil is frequently used. Greek specialties are enhanced with garlic, onions and spices. Salads are parts of Greek meals. Greeks prepare shish kebab with cubes of pork or lamb, mushrooms and other vegetables. This dish is called Souvlaki. Some vegetables like eggplant, zucchini, tomatoes are Greek favorites. Bean soup is often served in winter. On special occasions such as Easter, tsoureki ( a sweet bread) is served with the main course. Popular food include pastitio (casserole made with ground beef and macaroni with bechamel sauce), mousaka (casserole of eggplant, ground beef, potatoes, with cheese, all in layers), feta cheese and baklava (pastry made with filo dough and filled with hone and nuts).