Famous foods of
Greek cuisine

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Souvlaki

Lamb grilled on a skewer. Typically served inside a rolled pita bread.

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Spanakopita

Spinach in a triangular flaky phyllo pastry jacket.

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Taramosalata

A spread made with fish roe, bread crumbs and olive oil.

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Whole roasted lamb

Cooked on a spit. Immensely popular for Easter.

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Famous
Greek beverages

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Greek coffee

Black, strong and (typically) sweet.

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Metaxa

A brandy. Widely drunk in Greece.

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Ouzo

Anise-flavored liqueur. Turns milky white when water is added.

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Retsina

White wine flavored with pine resin.

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