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Laiik Makes Greek Food: Greek Pasta Salad

Part Greek, part American, this dish combines distinctly Greek flavors like Feta, Kalamata olives and pickled pepperoncini with the all-American (we think!) pasta salad. Grab your Greek sandals, head to the market for the freshest ingredients and let's make Greek pasta salad together!
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Laiik Makes Greek Food: Kolokythokeftedes (Zucchini Fritters)

Laiik Makes Greek Food: Kolokythokeftedes (Zucchini Fritters)

This month's Greek recipe is kolokythokeftedes. We dare you to say it three times fast! Simply put, these fried zucchini balls are the dish for spring and summer. Combining familiar ingredients used widely in Greek cuisine, this herbaceous delight is best served with tzatziki. So, grab your Greek sandals, head to the market for fresh spring ingredients, and come make Greek food with us!

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Laiik Makes Greek Food: Koulourakia

In preparation for Easter, this month's Greek recipe is koulourakia, just like our yiayia used to make. While recipes vary between yiayiades, koulourakia tend to share a common traditional characteristic — a braided or twisted shape, a form that symbolizes the suppression of evil spirits. So grab your Greek sandals, head to the market for ingredients and come make Greek food with us!
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Laiik Makes Greek Food: Lagana

Laiik Makes Greek Food: Lagana

Break out the ouzo, we're making Lagana! This traditional Greek bread is made once a year for Kathari Deftera, or Clean Monday, and is flavored with the anise liquor. Grab your Greek sandals, head to the market and come make Greek food with us. 
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