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Mediterranean Cuisine Feature Writer: Rachel L. Webb

Welcome to the Sunny Mediterranean Food Pages.

The Mediterranean diet is as diverse and varied as the languages and countries that surround the Mediterranean Sea. Fresh fish recipes, Greek gastronomy and Spanish paellas are just some of the tasty and healthy Mediterranean recipes you'll find here.

Join me in tasting some recipes from the sunny shores of France, Spain, Turkey, Greece and Italy, take a look at the latest cookery books or join in the discussions.

Why not try Spanish Gazpacho Soup

Traditional Greek kebabs

Italian Margarita Pizza

Spanish Asparagus Soup

Middle-eastern Falafel

Lemon sorbet with cava

Oven-baked Tortilla

Look here for more Spanish Recipes on my Andalucia website.


Feature Writer Articles in Mediterranean Cuisine

New Michelin Star Restaurants in Spain
The Michelin guide once again rates Spanish restaurants. Some have gained another star and some have lost a star. Read about the Michelin Star restaurants around Spain
Orange Museum in Valencia Spain
The climate of Valencia on the Costa Azahar is ideal for the growing of citrus fruit and Spain's main exporter of oranges. Take a tour of the orange groves and museum.
Empanadillas Galician Savoury Pies
This pastry dish from the North of Spain may be made as one large flat one or small individual tapas sized empanadillas. Fill them with meat, tuna or vegetables.
Free Food For Autumn Gathering, Quince Recipes
Quinces are nutritional and free if you go walking in the countryside, they range from golf ball size to larger than tennis ball size try them in this delicious jam.
Mediterranean Tomato, Garlic & Olive Oil Sauces
Make up a large batch of Mediterranean Tomato Sauce as a useful base for many dishes, they can be kept for up to a week in a fridge or frozen in smaller quantities


Contributing Articles in Mediterranean Cuisine

Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Eggs
This succulent lamb stew, topped with cinnamoned prunes and eggs, is traditionally served at Moroccan weddings, but it makes an exceptional treat anytime.
Spicy Chorizo Sausage and Pepper Hot Pot
This quick easy spicy hot pot is adapted from a Spanish recipe. Chorizo is made with smoked paprika and its firm texture and spicy flavour makes a great one pot meal.
Chicken with Orzo
The flavors of the Greek Isles shine through in chicken with orzo, a light, fresh pasta dish. Equally delicious hot or cold, can be used for lunch or a light dinner.
Mediterranean Diet with Beans from Greece
Bean soup, or fasolada, was so popular in Greece before the advent of high meat consumption that it is fair to say that fasolada was the Greek national dish.
Stuffed Vine Leaves from Grandma's Kitchen
This family recipe for stuffed vine leaves, or dolmades, has been handed down from Grandma and is the Greek appetizer par excellance.