Simple Strategies for Modern Moves
Diane Kochiles points to Greek cuisine’s natural affinity with the plant-based movement. Here, she easily transforms keftedes (meat patties or balls) into Carrot Keftedes with cumin and graviera cheese, served with a dollop of tzatziki.

Photo credit: Vasilis Stenos

Simple Strategies for Modern Moves

You can wrap almost anything in phyllo dough to create a modern Greek menu concept.

It’s so versatile and adds that wonderful flaky texture. Try a roasted Greek chicken and potatoes rolled in phyllo and served with a lemon or tzatziki sauce.

The presence of feta and pita on menus allows restaurants to demonstrate next-level veg-centric Greek dishes. Gyro-style meatballs are delicious and can complement a special pasta dish served with a béchamel and pistachio meat sauce, topped with grated, barrel-brined feta.

Use other greens to make spanakopita, the classic spinach pie. A combination like kale, toasted garlic and Greek melting cheese, served with tzatziki, would work really well.