Cultured Palate: Dishes from Greece
| November 1, 2017
Dolmadakia
Stuffed vegetables are popular all over the Mediterranean – from the Balkans to the Middle East, you’ll be sure to find various types of stuffed savory treats on the menu in any restaurant or taverna.
Dolmadakia (dolma) are one of the most popular types of this dish in Greece. They’re soaked grape leaves stuffed with rice and minced meat, either eaten fresh or preserved in olive oil to be eaten later. You can buy cans of dolmadakia all around the world, but the best ones are found in Greece, handmade with love from an old family recipe. Try them at popular Athens restaurants Anafiotika Café or Zonars.
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