Best known for its ancient historic attractions and blissfully idyllic islands, Greece’s food is influenced by both the East and the West, resulting in a melting pot of dishes.
To make sure your taste buds have just as good a time as you do, take our advice and try these delicious traditional Greek dishes while you’re in Greece.
The Greek equivalent of donut holes, loukoumades are something you’ll fall in love with if you’ve got a sweet tooth. Deep-fried until their golden brown and crispy on the outside while still being light and fluffy as a cloud on the inside.
You’ve probably had moussaka before, but nothing compares to moussaka in Greece. This simple casserole is made from layers of eggplant and ground meat, which are topped with a thick and creamy layer of béchamel sauce.
One of the best foods to try in Greece, koulouri were originally only served during Easter. But the sweet treat was so addictive that it’s now available all year round. Koulouri look like large, skinny wheels of dough about the size of your hand.
When it comes to foods to eat in Greece, the gyro is one of the most iconic Greek dishes you’ll come across. In Greece, a piece of soft, warm pita bread is stuffed with thin slices of meat that have been slowly roasted until they’re super tender.
Lamb kleftiko could easily be one of the most delicious Greek dishes you’ll ever eat. The traditional recipe involves tucking either a leg of lamb or large cubes of lamb into a parcel made of parchment paper.
You can’t visit Greece without trying Greek salad! A traditional Greek salad is made up of tomatoes, cucumber, green pepper, red onion, and kalamata olives. The highlight is a giant block of feta cheese that adorns the top and is generously drizzled with olive oil.