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My Big Fat Greek Feast

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George Kyrtatas is the chef and co-owner of Hathaway's Restaurant in Cinnaminson, New Jersey. He is a certified Chef de Cuisine with the American Culinary Federation. My Big Fat Greek Feast is his debut cookbook and draws upon his many years of experience and expertise to showcase some of the finest Greek culinary fare adapted to the need for today's kitchen cooks for meals that are flavorful, fast, and fun! From Garlic Cucumber Dip; Greek Shrimp Salad; Grilled Red Snapper Oreganata; and Roasted Portabella-Pepper-Feta-Basil on Focaccia; to Baked Chicken in a Red Sauce; Ouzo and Melon Soup; Grecian Stuffed Potatoes; and Greek Biscotti, My Big Fat Greek Feast is superbly organized and a welcome addition to ethnic cookbook collections.

Being Greek and a NON-gourmet cook, I give my highest recommendation to this book! The true test is the quality of the recipes. The several dishes I've made have come out wonderfully and were enthusiastically received by my (sometimes picky) family.

George Kyrtatas comes as billed--he truly does present the Greek classics and essentials, with an occasional modern twist, yielding wonderful results. Chef George does a great job of simplifying what could be complex recipes (I know from my own family's culinary background) and making them manageable for the average cook. I also love how he emphasizes creativity and substitution in the kitchen, which is a facility possessed by any good cook. Not only does Chef George teach you how to be a good Greek cook, he helps you become a better cook, period.

In addition, the facts, tips, and personal notes he sprinkles throughout the book are incredibly interesting, serving to season his collection with the flavor of Greek history and culture. This book is a definite keeper in my culinary library and is sure to become a well-worn classic.

I bought this cookbook after watching a segment on Digital Cookbook (www.digitalcookbook.tv) and my 7-year-old decided we needed to try making the almond macaroons. Most of the recipes are easy, and have basic ingredients, but I chose not to try procuring rose water for the macaroons...if you always wanted to try making flaming cheese at home, here's your cookbook!

This cook book is great.It reminds me of the movie The big fat Greek wedding. I have tryed the receipes. I got to tell you I am greek. I believe americans will enjoy these receipes. Folkes need to venture out and try different receipes. My husband is not greek and I try every new receipes on him and my friends. Be ventures!

I've had this book 3 days and have tried 2 recipes! I love the simplicity, easy ingredients as well as big print since I leave my glasses everywhere! As the previous reviewer, I too am Greek, these recipes are just like my yaiya's, mom's and aunts who were all wonderful cooks. Even amateur cooks will enjoy the easy, fun and delicious recipes for all occasions! Thank you George!