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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.