My Greek Table

Spanakopita

Flaky phyllo triangles packed with spinach and feta — a reliable test of any Greek kitchen's patience and technique

Moussaka

The layered eggplant and seasoned meat casserole topped with béchamel — a benchmark dish for Greek restaurants doing things the traditional way

Grilled Octopus

Char-edged tentacles with a tender interior — a staple at serious Greek tables and a good read on the kitchen's fire control

Lamb Dishes

Greek kitchens live or die by their lamb; slow-roasted or grilled preparations are the ones to look for here

Horiatiki (Greek Salad)

The classic village salad — ripe tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and a proper block of feta rather than crumbled sprinkles

Saganaki

Pan-fried cheese with a crisp crust and yielding, melty interior — shareable and hard to leave on the table