The fabulous Greek/Mediterranean foods featured at the Fancy Food Show made such an impression that we’re taking a month to share all the different categories. Whether you’re craving anything from a meze to a libation you’ll find the latest and our most impressive finds right here in this series, starting with meze/appetizers—think savory dolmadakia (stuffed grape leaves), zesty za’atar snacks, crunchy almonds, and home-style croutons. Most of the items listed below are either produced in Greece or embody the homeland’s iconic flavors. Shopping and recipe links included!
PALIRRIA DOLMA
Products: Stuffed Vine Leaves with Rice & Herbs, Sweet & Spicy Dolmas
Products: Stuffed Vine Leaves with Rice & Herbs, Sweet & Spicy Dolmas
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This brand of canned vine-leaf dolmadakia are the most flavorful we’ve ever had. The traditional with rice-and-herbs variety is savory and fresh, and the sweet-and-spicy is an addictive meze with a pleasant kick. To serve as a meze, plate them and drizzle with fresh lemon juice or avgolemono sauce, then toss the cans and let your guests think you made them yourself. Seriously!
SHOP
The Stuffed Vine Leaves with Rice & Herbs variety is sold at Trader Joe’s under the Trader Joe’s brand name, as well as online.
Sweet & Spicy Dolmas is sold at Greek grocery stores and online.
SHOP
The Stuffed Vine Leaves with Rice & Herbs variety is sold at Trader Joe’s under the Trader Joe’s brand name, as well as online.
Sweet & Spicy Dolmas is sold at Greek grocery stores and online.
ZESTY-Z
Products: Zesty Z Mediterranean-inspired popcorn, Mediterranean seasonings
Products: Zesty Z Mediterranean-inspired popcorn, Mediterranean seasonings
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The first ever Mediterranean popcorn line comes from Zesty Z in Feta Cheese, Organic Olive Oil, Honey Sea Salt, and Spicy Chilies flavors. Snacking just got a whole lot more Zesty!
Zesty Z’s incredibly versatile za’atar seasoning—a blend of wild Mediterranean thyme, oregano, sesame seeds, sumac, and salt—dresses up just about any meal. If you’re in a tangy and savory mood, flavor with their Mediterranean Everything Bagel seasoning.
SHOP
Zesty Z is widely available (select Whole Foods and Costco stores carry their products). Check their Store Locator for shopping near you or shop online.
RECIPES
Zesty Z’s incredibly versatile za’atar seasoning—a blend of wild Mediterranean thyme, oregano, sesame seeds, sumac, and salt—dresses up just about any meal. If you’re in a tangy and savory mood, flavor with their Mediterranean Everything Bagel seasoning.
SHOP
Zesty Z is widely available (select Whole Foods and Costco stores carry their products). Check their Store Locator for shopping near you or shop online.
RECIPES
DAILY CRUNCH SPROUTED ALMONDS
Products: Original Sprouted Almonds, cinnamon-flavored Coffee + Coconut nut medley (with almonds and cashews), Cacao + Sea Salt Sprouted Almonds, or Nashville Hot (Sprouted Almonds with a serious kick), as well as medleys (think crunchy trail mix)
Sprouted almonds are almonds soaked in water for a long period of time, which causes them to “sprout.” The result: easier to digest, more nutrient dense, and crunchier almonds. No added oil or sugar, these snacks are vegan, keto, paleo, and gluten-free. Oh, and the flavors are off-the-charts amazing!
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RECIPES
Products: Original Sprouted Almonds, cinnamon-flavored Coffee + Coconut nut medley (with almonds and cashews), Cacao + Sea Salt Sprouted Almonds, or Nashville Hot (Sprouted Almonds with a serious kick), as well as medleys (think crunchy trail mix)
Sprouted almonds are almonds soaked in water for a long period of time, which causes them to “sprout.” The result: easier to digest, more nutrient dense, and crunchier almonds. No added oil or sugar, these snacks are vegan, keto, paleo, and gluten-free. Oh, and the flavors are off-the-charts amazing!
SHOP
RECIPES
OLIVIA’S CROUTONS
Products: Butter & Garlic, Gluten-Free Garlic, Organic Garlic & Herb, Parmesan Pepper, Multigrain with Garlic, and three stuffing varieties (Traditional, Cornbread, and Gluten-Free)
From home kitchen in 1991 to today’s 36,000 square foot facility in Brandon, Vermont, this women-owned crouton business started with the Butter-and-Garlic flavor that was sold in hand-stamped brown bags. The croutons have now expanded to include organic, gluten-free, and multigrain croutons and stuffing.
These croutons taste fresh as homemade with flavors that complement any first-course meze. The Gluten-Free Garlic is the perfect addition to a Greek salad!
SHOP & STORE LOCATOR
RECIPES
Greek/Mediterranean markets carry some of these products but if yours doesn’t, ask them if they can order them for you. Feel free to contact the companies through their websites for shopping info in your area. Some items are available online (Google it). Mediterranean Foods and Titan Foods carry all things Greek and ship nationwide (call them if you don’t see what you want on their websites).
Enjoy tasting and cooking with these new and trending foods!
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Until then~
Kali orexi! Good appetite!
Kelly
Products: Butter & Garlic, Gluten-Free Garlic, Organic Garlic & Herb, Parmesan Pepper, Multigrain with Garlic, and three stuffing varieties (Traditional, Cornbread, and Gluten-Free)
From home kitchen in 1991 to today’s 36,000 square foot facility in Brandon, Vermont, this women-owned crouton business started with the Butter-and-Garlic flavor that was sold in hand-stamped brown bags. The croutons have now expanded to include organic, gluten-free, and multigrain croutons and stuffing.
These croutons taste fresh as homemade with flavors that complement any first-course meze. The Gluten-Free Garlic is the perfect addition to a Greek salad!
SHOP & STORE LOCATOR
RECIPES
Greek/Mediterranean markets carry some of these products but if yours doesn’t, ask them if they can order them for you. Feel free to contact the companies through their websites for shopping info in your area. Some items are available online (Google it). Mediterranean Foods and Titan Foods carry all things Greek and ship nationwide (call them if you don’t see what you want on their websites).
Enjoy tasting and cooking with these new and trending foods!
Sign up for our e-newsletter (if you haven’t already) and stay connected on social media for cooking tips and recipes, as well as for all Kukla's Kouzina updates and news.
Thanks for following us and we’ll see you next Monday when we'll explore what's trending in kitchen staples (olive oil, honey, and spices)!
Until then~
Kali orexi! Good appetite!
Kelly
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