As you know, food has always been at the heart of my life and career, and this proposed column would give me the opportunity to share recipes inspired by Greece, the Mediterranean and my own culinary experiences and travels.
Each week, I would bring you a mixture of traditional Greek favourites, family inspired dishes and contemporary recipes, celebrating the wonderful ingredients, flavours and traditions that make Greek and Mediterranean food so special.
Importantly, each recipe would also explore the history, heritage and origins of the dish, looking at where it came from, how it developed, the traditions surrounding it and, where appropriate, the communities and regions that have helped preserve it.
For me, food is about much more than simply following a recipe. It is about the memories we create, the people we share food with, the traditions passed from one generation to another and the stories behind the dishes.
I look forward to sharing those recipes, stories, history and memories with your readers each week, while bringing a little taste of Greece to their kitchen.
