How did Greek Food come into existence?

Greece, A South East European country situated on the banks of the Mediterranean Sea is one of the most ancient cities of the world. Establishing its image as one of the most visited country in the world due to its history, the country is also famous for its cuisine and food. Due to its situation on the banks of the Sea, the cuisine primarily comprises of sea foods. Fruits like Oranges, Olives, Almonds, Pomegranates, figs, grapes, tobacco, and cotton are found in abundance in the lower elevation region and the mainland.

GreekFood and its History –

An interesting fact about the Greeks is that the first cookbook was written by the Greeks some thousand years ago. Most of the dishes that they eat are made by their ancestors and the cooking tradition dates back to the ancient civilization. The Greek diet has been known to be influenced by traditions from both East and West. In the ancient times, the Persian introduced Middle Eastern foods, such as yogurt, rice, and sweets made from nuts, honey and sesame seeds. The Roman invasion saw the introduction of Pasta and sauces and the Arab influence saw the inclusion of spices such as Cinnamon, Cumin, and cloves make up the major part of the diet.

With its long coastline Greece heavily relies on sea foods but also have the same dependency on fruits and vegetables. The Greek cuisines that you should give a try:

·         Gyro

·         Souvlaki

·         Saganaki

·         Sfougata

·         Revithokeftedes

·         Feta Me Meli

·         Mousakka

·         Tzatziki

·         Greek Salad

·         Dolmathakia

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