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Zakanthi Restaurant,
8 TOP 10 MEZE DISHES
Zákynthos
The atmosphere of this charming
restaurant in the centre of Kalamáki
will have you returning time and
again. Sit in the lush garden full of
shrubs – it looks particularly enchant­
ing after dark when all the lights are
lit. The delicious food, compris ing
mainly grills and salads, is served in
generous portions (see p105).
Sirens Restaurant,
9 Dolmades, a popular meze
Ithaki
One of island’s best restaurants, 1 Dolmades
Sirens is run by Marina Fotopoulos, A distinctive Greek dish, dolmades are
who special izes in Ithakan cuisine. It made by stuf ng vine leafs with
offers interna tional favourites as well aromatic rice and ground meat.
as local dishes, such as a delicious 2 Taramasalata
claypot of lamb and potatoes and A sumptuous dip that is light pink or
Ithakan tomato and feta cheese white in colour, taramasalata is made
omelette. Maritime memorabilia from cod’s roe and breadcrumbs.
adorns the walls (see p95). 3 Tahini
Taverna Karbouris,
0 A mixture of ground sesame seeds
and garlic laced with lemon juice, this
Corfu
dip goes well with salad.
One of Corfu’s oldest north­coast 4 Kreatópita
tavernas, Karbouris has become a A Kefallonián delicacy, these small
local landmark. Traditional Greek pies are stuffed with a mouthwatering
fare, such as kleftiko, a lamb dish mixture of meat and local herbs.
cooked in a special oven, is served 5 Choriátiki Saláta
here. You can sit outside near the An appetizing blend of tomatoes,
swimming pool or inside in the cucumber, peppers and olives, topped
attractive dining room (see p71). with feta cheese and basil.
6 Souvlaki
A small kebab of diced pork or lamb
on skewers, served chargrilled with
lemon and herbs, souvlaki is one of the
most popular Greek dishes.
7 Revithosaláta
Sometimes also known as hummus,
revi tho saláta is a Greek dip made with
chickpeas, garlic and coriander.
8 Melitzanosalata
Aubergines are cooked and pureed
with tomatoes, garlic and lemon to
create this tasty dip.
9 Tzatziki
A refreshing dip made from natural
yogurt, diced cucumber and garlic, this
goes well with just about every dish.
10 Skordaliá
A dip or sauce of the Ionians, skordaliá
is made from a mixture of mashed
potato, garlic and lemon.
Taverna Karbouris, Corfu
For a key to restaurant price ranges see p71

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