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Greece: The Cookbook Hardcover – Illustrated, March 20, 2017

by Vefa Alexiadou (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 562 ratings
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Greece: The Cookbook is the definitive work on the rich and fascinating cooking of modern Greece.

Greece: The Cookbook is the first truly comprehensive bible of Greek food in English. Rapidly increasing in popularity, Greek food is simple to prepare, healthy and delicious, and, more than most other cuisines, bears all the hallmarks of the rich cultural history of the land and sea from which it is drawn.

It is the original Mediterranean cuisine, where olive oil, bread, wine, figs, grapes and cheese have been staples since the beginnings of Western civilization. With hundreds of simple recipes by Vefa Alexiadou, the authoritative grand dame of Greek cookery, the book also includes information on regional specialities, local ingredients and the religious and historical significance of the dishes, and is illustrated with 230 colour photographs.

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  1. Print length
    704 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    Phaidon Press
  4. Publication date
    March 20, 2017
  5. Dimensions
    7.5 x 1.88 x 10.88 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0714873802
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0714873800
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Editorial Reviews

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'The book's a stunner, beautifully designed, and should give hours of pleasure of page-flicking joy and cooking pleasure to anyone who appreciates real Greek food.' - Time Out

'A definitive collection of traditional Greek recipes.' - Food & Wine

'[M]agnificent . . . a treasure trove.' - New York Journal of Books

'Lovely and well written... Phaidon has produced the authoritative tome on Greek cookery.' - The Bookseller

'Phaidon's latest exploration in nation-specific cuisine is a rich and illuminating cook manual. Every page is dripping with colour and flavour, but also insight, a testament to the level of research put into the book.'- The Essential Journal

'This is hands-down one of the most genuine and detailed Greek cookbooks on the market.' - Huffington Post

About the Author

Vefa Alexiadou was the leading authority on Greek cookery. A bestselling author of thirteen cookbooks in Greece, she also had her own television series and regularly wrote articles for magazines and gave lectures and demonstrations on Greek recipes. She served on the board of the Centre for the Preservation of Traditional Greek Gastronomy.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Phaidon Press (March 20, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 704 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0714873802
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0714873800
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.36 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.5 x 1.88 x 10.88 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 562 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
562 global ratings

Customers say

Customers find the cookbook has great recipes from various Greek regions. It's easy for them to follow and understand, with detailed instructions and high-quality photos. The recipes are healthy and suitable for children.

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Customers find the recipes in the book amazing and well-laid out. They say it's a good cookbook of Greek food that covers various regions and includes vegetarian dishes.

"...So far, the pork dish we made tasted amazing!" Read more

"...Coming from a Greek family these recipes are truly authentic. Can’t wait to try them!" Read more

"This is a great cook book which has beautifully arranged images of the dishes you will be cooking. Recipes span across various Greek regions...." Read more

"...With the amount of recipes included, I can’t imagine anything has been left out." Read more

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Customers find the book easy to use and understand. The recipes are simple to follow with available ingredients. The book is detailed, comprehensive, and well-indexed.

"A very good cookbook of Greek food, it is well laid out and easy to follow, best Greek cookbook I have seen and used." Read more

"...national and regional Greek dishes in this masterpiece that is easy to read, has great photos, and is well indexed." Read more

"...Impatience meant I had to buy a second. The recipes are easy to follow, healthy (perfect for nourishing your children!),..." Read more

"...It is easy to use and understand." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's pictures and recipes. They find the photos high-quality and say it's a must-have for cooking Greek food.

"This is a great cook book which has beautifully arranged images of the dishes you will be cooking. Recipes span across various Greek regions...." Read more

"...It is a very large and well put together cookbook. High quality photos of the recipes. If you enjoy cooking Greek food, this is a must have!..." Read more

"...regional Greek dishes in this masterpiece that is easy to read, has great photos, and is well indexed." Read more

"...Going along with unhealthy, their deserts look very good but I am not looking for a desert book...." Read more

Amazing cook book!
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Amazing cook book!
I was seriously amazed at the size of this book! Coming from a Greek family these recipes are truly authentic. Can’t wait to try them!
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  • Megan_Cunningham
    5.0 out of 5 stars Detailed and feels so authentic
    Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2023
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    Just bought this as a mother's day gift so my mom and I can make some of the dishes from her childhood. She loved looking through it -- it awakened so many memories of her childhood and we have a whole list of things to make! So far, the pork dish we made tasted amazing!
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  • Leah Voulopos
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing cook book!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2023
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    I was seriously amazed at the size of this book! Coming from a Greek family these recipes are truly authentic. Can’t wait to try them!
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    Leah Voulopos
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing cook book!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2023
    I was seriously amazed at the size of this book! Coming from a Greek family these recipes are truly authentic. Can’t wait to try them!
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  • Elenakimou
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great authentic recipes
    Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2022
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    This is a great cook book which has beautifully arranged images of the dishes you will be cooking. Recipes span across various Greek regions. I was pleasantly surprised to find recipes from my area Peloponnesus and island recipes, recipes from Thraki etc. Great value, love the cover as well.
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  • HurricaneSandy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Giant Cookbook!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2022
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    I bought this as a gift for my son. It is a very large and well put together cookbook. High quality photos of the recipes. If you enjoy cooking Greek food, this is a must have! With the amount of recipes included, I can’t imagine anything has been left out.
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  • Gary Oblock
    4.0 out of 5 stars Definative Greek Cookbook
    Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2018
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    I really like this cookbook. I've tried a couple of the recipes and they turned out great. The one slight flaw is that some recipes deserve an illustration or two on the technique used instead of just a verbal description. For instance I made Manti which are little dumping made with pasta dough and I had to use Youtube to see how to fold them.
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  • Nancy Schmidt
    5.0 out of 5 stars Simple to use
    Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2023
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    A very good cookbook of Greek food, it is well laid out and easy to follow, best Greek cookbook I have seen and used.
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  • Doris
    5.0 out of 5 stars Definitive Greek Cookbook
    Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2021
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    This is simply the best Greek cookbook. Mrs. Alexiadou is the Marcella Hazan of Greece and has captured all the traditional national and regional Greek dishes in this masterpiece that is easy to read, has great photos, and is well indexed.
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  • Barry Purkis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best cookbook
    Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2020
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    So many recipes and just to read them made me hungry just don't know what to try first so many delicious recipes to try, really happy with this book
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  • Sadie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book
    Reviewed in Canada on September 16, 2024
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    Fantastic recipes. The books is gorgeous.
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  • Ensenada L.C.
    1.0 out of 5 stars Dañado y SUCIO
    Reviewed in Mexico on October 8, 2023
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    El libro llegó dañado de muchas partes y con manchas en la parte de atrás, sin envolura. Si es para regalo, definitivamente no lo recomiendo.
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    1.0 out of 5 stars Dañado y SUCIO
    Reviewed in Mexico on October 8, 2023
    El libro llegó dañado de muchas partes y con manchas en la parte de atrás, sin envolura. Si es para regalo, definitivamente no lo recomiendo.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is beautiful!!!
    Reviewed in Germany on December 10, 2024
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    Wow, what an amazing book. So colorful, full of pictures and stories, and recipes are amazing and full of inspiration.
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  • Gaijin XX
    5.0 out of 5 stars Authentic Greek recipes you can try at home
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 15, 2024
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    An excellent cook book, full of recipes that work, allowing you to recreate the wonderful tastes of your Greek travels whenever you feel like them.
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  • Denis Placereani
    5.0 out of 5 stars Massive book on Greek cuisine
    Reviewed in Italy on December 22, 2023
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    With plenty recipes and ideas
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