‘Briam’ - Baked layered veggies with garlic, Feta Cheese and Greek Olive Oil

‘Briam’ takes roasted vegetables to a whole new level of delicious.

You need just a few simple pantry ingredients: potatoes, zucchini, red onions, red or yellow bell peppers, garlic, parsley and ripened tomatoes. But the Greek flavours from dried mountain oregano, authentic Greek feta or grated myzythra cheese and a generous drizzle of excellent extra virgin olive oil, makes all the difference.

Plus, this recipe is text-book Mediterranean diet. Vegetarian. Zero Cholesterol. Low Carb. Gluten Free.

Stelios IakovidisNovember 5, 2022veggie, bake, vegetable roast, greek, food, recipe, vegetarian, vegan, healthy, nutrition, Mediterranean, diet, low calorie, feta cheese, olive oil

Make a delicious Halloumi and Hummus pita bread wrap

Everybody loves halloumi cheese! Why not make a delicious wrap or pocket sandwich with grilled halloumi, nutty hummus spread and some healthy fresh salad veggies. Perfect all day!

- 100% Sheep Milk Halloumi Cheese, grilled
- Kasih Ready Hummus (blend in some XV olive oil)
- Zorbas Arabic or Pocket Pita Breads
- Shredded lettuce
- 1 small carrot shredded
- 4 to 5 cherry radishes shredded
- 2 scallions minced
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, Salt & Pepper

Stelios IakovidisSeptember 17, 2022halloumi, cheese, cyprus, hummus, tahini, wrap, sandwich, vegan, vegetarian, healthy, eating, nutrition, Mediterranean, middle eastern

NEW ARRIVAL! 100% Pure Nut Butters

Olympos nut butters are as pure and natural as they come.

Made from 100% nuts with zero additives, they are great tasting with a creamy thick texture and a rich source of nutrients, good fats and nutrients.

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Stelios IakovidisMarch 29, 2022nut, butter, peanut, cashew, hazelnut, vegan, vegetarian, healthy

7 recommendations for a balanced healthy diet

If you're looking for a heart-healthy eating routine, the Mediterranean diet might be right for you.

It has been shown to reduce risk of heart disease, metabolic syndrome, diabetes, certain cancers, depression, and in older adults, a decreased risk of frailty, along with better mental and physical function.

The main principles of a Mediterranean diet are all about the right balance and variation:

Consume vegetables, fruits, whole grains and healthy fats daily
Eat fish, poultry, beans and eggs a few times a week
Be sensible about dairy. Don't eat a block of cheese every day!
Limit your intake of red meat. Perhaps a weekend treat.
Get your sweet rush from fresh fruits and vegetables.
Eat seasonal, Eat local, Eat fresh
A glass of red wine a day, is no bad thing!

Stelios IakovidisDecember 4, 2020Mediterranean, diet, nutrition, healthy, food, greek, fasting

NEW ARRIVAL! Mellona Organic Functional Honeys

Raw honey has a low glycemic index, is rich in micronutrients and vitamins and most importantly contains valuable enzymes facilitating the metabolism of countless nutrients in the body.

Mellona's signature functional honeys, are not only healthy and nutritious but function in a specific way, solving in the most natural way, everyday life’s wellbeing and health challenges.

Stelios IakovidisOctober 10, 2020honey, functional, organic, greek, cyprus, blend, healthy, spread, mellona

Feta Cheese. The healthiest cheese in the world?

Feta cheese is one of the most unique and distinct cheeses one can find. Its bright white colour, its brined nature and slightly sharp, creamy taste, surely makes this a very different cheese. What you may not know however, is that Feta can be as good for you as it is delicious.

Feta cheese has high amounts of vitamin A and K, folate, vitamin B5, iron and magnesium. In addition, it is lower in fat and calories than aged cheeses such as cheddar and parmesan and has more calcium and B Vitamins than soft cheeses such as ricotta, cottage cheese or goat cheese.

It is also much less allergenic and anti-inflammatory, hence good for people who are slightly lactose intolerant. Lastly, Feta is a good source of the protein histidine, which is immensely beneficial for muscles and joints.