Monday, September 15, 2014

Hosting an Event? Add Delicious Greek Dishes to your Menu!



Every one of us hosts various events at sometimes such as birthdays, get together or anniversaries dinners etc. Most of the people from cities like New York City, hire caterers for this task. However, choosing a menu for a function can be difficult if you get confused which type of food should be added and which should not.
Many times people want to try something new instead of eating same old dishes. If you are looking for something new, then you must try Greek cuisine. This cuisine is popular for its taste as well as health benefits. If you want to add Greek dishes to your catering menu, then you must try some of those, which are popular. Some of these recipes are:
Salads – Greek salads are popular all over the world for its health benefits. Salads like three bean etc. are very popular among people. Various types of vegetables, cheese and olive oil is used in making it. It can be a great addition to your menu.
Loukaniko – Loukaniko is a sausage made of pork. It can be served in different ways like fried, as a mezze etc. It is made with the flavors of leeks, fennel seed and orange peel.
Hummus – Hummus is usually served with other dishes as a dip.
Spinach pie – Spinach pie is also known as the Spanakopita. This pastry is made of spinach, olive oil, onions, eggs, and feta cheese etc. It is usually served at room temperature or slightly hot. It can be a great snack for any event.
Lakerda – It is a pickled bonito dish which is made with ingredients like olive oil and red onion. It is served as a mezze. Usually, one year old bonito is used in it.
Taramosalata – Taramosalata is also a dip that is made of tomatoes, olives, lemon juice, and cucumber. Usually it is served with salads as a dip.
Baklava – In the end, no menu will be completed without dessert. For this, you will need Baklava. This layered pastry is made of nuts, phyllo dough, and honey. It can be eaten warm or at room temperature.
Fasolada – Fasolada is a traditional soup of Greek Cuisine. Ingredients like beans, celery, peppers, olive oil, carrots, bay leaf and tomatoes are used in it.
These Greek dishes will add a new flavor to your menu as well as get you many praises. If you are already a fan of this cuisine, then it is the time for making others, fan of this food.

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