The Greek Islands Cookbook (Carolina Doriti)

The Greek Islands Cookbook (Carolina Doriti)Combining the popularity of Mediterranean food with the allure of the Greek islands Greek food is one of the most loved and recognized around the world. Synonymous with sunshine and holidays, it conjures up fresh ingredients, great flavors and uncomplicated dishes. It feels plentiful and yet healthy, too. Add to this the image of Greek islands and you're immediately transported to a beach side taverna, olive trees, and sun dappled lunches al fresco.

Combining the popularity of Mediterranean food with the allure of the Greek islands

Greek food is one of the most loved and recognized around the world. Synonymous with sunshine and holidays, it conjures up fresh ingredients, great flavors and uncomplicated dishes.

It feels plentiful and yet healthy, too. Add to this the image of Greek islands and you're immediately transported to a beach-side taverna, olive trees, and sun-dappled lunches al fresco.

This new book from Greek chef Carolina Doriti plays up to the perennial popularity of Mediterranean food and adds the unique allure of the Greek islands. The recipes – such as fluffy pancakes with Greek yogurt, warm figs and cinnamon, watermelon salad with feta and mint, tomato fritters, classic roast lamb, and baked fish with saffron – and stunning photography will inspire home cooks to recreate some Greek vacation magic in their kitchens.