Greek Pie Lexicon
Ελληνικός Καφές
Greek Coffee
Pronunciation: e-li-ni-KOS ka-FES
Literal: Greek coffee
A strong, unfiltered coffee brewed slowly in a traditional briki pot, served with its fine grounds and a glass of cold water.
Σπανακόπιτα
Spinach Pie
Pronunciation: spa-na-KO-pi-ta
Literal: spinach pie
A traditional Greek pie made with layers of handmade phyllo dough filled with spinach, feta, and fresh herbs.
Γαλακτομπούρεκο
Custard Pastry
Pronunciation: ga-lak-to-BOU-re-ko
Literal: milk pastry
A beloved Greek dessert of creamy semolina custard baked between layers of golden phyllo pastry, soaked in fragrant lemon syrup.
Τυρόπιτα
Cheese Pie
Pronunciation: ti-RO-pi-ta
Literal: cheese pie
A classic Greek pie filled with a rich blend of feta and soft cheeses, wrapped in layers of crispy handmade phyllo dough.