Herbs of Ithaki Island and Their Uses Ihaki, with its mountainous and rocky terrain, provides an ideal environment for a rich variety of aromatic and medicinal herbs. These plants have been valued since antiquity for their culinary, therapeutic, and cultural significance. Below is a detailed list of the most prominent local herbs found in abundance [...] Read More
An aromatic rice dish reflects Ithaca's unique culinary heritage Blending Mediterranean flavors with influences from the British colonial period. The combination of fresh seafood, fragrant rice, and local herbs creates a dish that's both exotic and deeply rooted in the island's history. Ingredients 1kg fresh prawns/shrimp 250ml water 125ml olive oil, divided 15ml fresh lemon [...] Read More
Savory Onion and Bacon Pie The island of Ithaca, steeped in ancient Greek culinary heritage, has maintained a rich tradition of savory pies that reflects both its Mediterranean roots and local agricultural bounty. The island's pie-making tradition reflects the Greek belief that food is meant to be shared and savored together, using ingredients preserved through [...] Read More
Local Halva made with grape molasses Ingredients 2 cups black flour 2 cups finely ground rusk (or 2 cups fine semolina) 1 cup extra virgin olive oil ¼ coarsely chopped unsalted almonds, but not roasted cinnamon powder 1 sachet sesame For the syrup 1 and 1/3 cup water sugar 2/3 cup water molasses (if you don't [...] Read More
Christmas Divine Sweet Ingredients 5 cups of good quality soft flour (plus extra for dusting) 30 grams of quality cooking butter 4 whole eggs A pinch of salt Coarsely chopped toasted walnuts Toasted sesame seeds Coarsely chopped almonds Cloves Cinnamon Juice of 2 large oranges 1.5 kg of quality honey 1.5 liters of olive oil [...] Read More
Traditional English-Inspired Ithacan Bread Pudding This delightful recipe, made on the island of Ithaca using local ingredients, combines simple pantry staples into a rich and flavorful dessert. Ingredients Just under 500 grams of white bread (including crust) Just under 500 grams of sugar 3 glasses of milk 2 tablespoons of butter 1 glass of almonds [...] Read More
The most popular pasta recipe on the island The traditional Ithacan pasta is made with tender meat, typically beef or goat. The meat is cut into portions, skewered individually, and then fried together with onions and garlic. There are two classic methods to soften the onions before adding the meat, as explained in the onion [...] Read More
The Island’s Beloved Green Pie Lachanopita (Cabbage Pie) is the Ithacan name of what else in Greece is called Vegetable Pie. We use a variety of sweet greens such as chard, burrazzina, spinach, leeks, lapata, twists, morels, etc. Lachanopita is a traditional local pie from Ithaca, celebrated especially during the colder months as a hearty, [...] Read More
Traditional Ionian Polenta from Ithaca Poulenta is a classic dish from Ithaca and the Ionian Islands, reflecting the Venetian influence on local cuisine after centuries of Venetian rule. It is essentially a Greek version of polenta, made from coarse stone-ground yellow cornmeal cooked slowly in water to create a creamy, hearty base. Ingredients and Preparation [...] Read More
A Traditional Island Sweet Ithacan Rovani is a distinctive and cherished dessert from the island of Ithaca, known for its unique preparation using rice instead of the more typical semolina found in other Greek revani recipes. This sweet treat is celebrated for its rich honey flavor, aromatic spices, and caramelized texture. Ingredients and Preparation The [...] Read More
