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Here is some food inspiration from some of our favorite blogs on Greek food. The people behind the recipes are food enthusiasts who are eager to share their knowledge and passion with all of us. We are delighted at all efforts to bring Greek food forward not just as a trend but as a lasting choice.

Here’s a recipe for the reader who asked for lemonade with a Greek twist using Greek Kozani Saffron, one of the highest quality saffron kinds in the world. This refreshing lemonade with a distinct taste can also be prepared with honey instead of sugar.

For 4 servings
Juice from 8 big lemons
150 gr. Caster sugar
2 tsp saffron threads
Salt

Preparation
In a big jug add lemon juice, sugar and saffron threads. Add 100 ml warm water so that saffron is dissolved as much as possible. Add 700 ml cold water and stir well. If the lemonade is too sour for your taste, add more water.
Rum the rim of a cocktail glass with lemon juice, and dip in salt. Put the glasses in the fridge until you serve the lemonade –with lots of ice and thin lemon slices. The more the saffron stays in the lemonade the more the colour deepens and the stronger the taste grows.

We have been having some really warm days the last couple of weeks here in Greece, and as the sun has been shining longer and stronger, Greek produce is also reaching its peak. Now it’s the time to plan picnics, the perfect excuse to enjoy nature and great food with friends and family.
Along with savory food don’t forget to pack a simple dessert, or even just fruit, and of course fluids like homemade lemonade.
Remember that some food is especially sensitive to travel and heat. Pack a knife and cut your tomatoes at the last minute, once you are comfortably under the shade of a tree.
Forget heavy sauces and salad dressings like mayonnaise and opt for a light vinaigrette that you are going to keep in a separate container.
Picnics are about relaxing and having fun, so don’t bother with elaborate recipes or perfectly ironed tablecloths.
And doing your bit for the environment means that you will minimize your food packaging as much as possible and place your picnic sandwiches, salads and dessert into reusable containers whenever possible.

Picnic food ideas

Cheese pie “Tyropitta”

Greek Village Salad Served Over Grilled Bread

Grilled Octopus

Spanakopita - Spinach pie

Arugula Salad with Citrus, Avocado, and Karpenissi Prosciutto