The holidays are all about family and friends and what better way to do this than sharing a holiday meal together! We asked 6 influencers to help us create the ultimate holiday menu using Krinos products. That’s right – from appetizers to dessert these Foodies at Home have got you covered! Explore all of the different and exciting ways to use your favourite Krinos products and include them at your holiday table this year. Follow the making of the perfect holiday meal below!

 

We start off our appetizers with beautifully crispy and savoury one-bite Acropolis Phyllo shells filled with whipped Krinos Greek feta and topped with sweet and sticky Krinos Pomegranate Balsamic Glaze, crunchy pistachios and finished with tart pops of pomegranate arils from Victoria Mansaku blogger and recipe developer.

Next up these gorgeous Ruffled Fillo Tarts filled with juicy olives, tangy feta cheese and topped with a generous drizzle of our exclusive pure, raw Greek Attiki Honey. Created by Maria Koutsogiannis recipe developer and content creator who focuses on plant-based eating. We dare you to just eat one piece!

 

We couldn’t prepare a holiday feast without showing you a few options for your main show-stopper! We teamed up with our next 2 award-winning foodies to bring you their twist on these warm, comforting and crowd-pleasing favourites.

Michael Varga, full-time firefighter, Chopped Winner and Masterchef Canada participant has taken the traditional lamb chop and turned up the volume! He has created Pan-Seared Lamb Chops with a Whipped Halloumi and Roasted Red Pepper Chimichurri. This creamy topping pairs perfectly with the lamb and Krinos Roasted Red Peppers bring a bright and fruity balance to this dish. Seconds anyone?

Chef Keith Pears, Chopped Champ and the Executive Chef of the W Hotel Toronto, has created this beautiful dish of Tomato and Olive Braised Short Ribs with Whipped Feta and Gremolata topping. Tender, fall of the bone short ribs paired with fruity Mt Athos green olives, and tangy whipped Greek feta, topped with a gremolata will have your guests asking for more!

 

What about a side dish? Well, we have the perfect recipe that Keith Pears has created to add to his luscious short ribs or to pair with your main dish of choice!

Chef Keith has prepared classic Roasted Potatoes tossed with Herbs, new Krinos Tzatziki and Vlahotiri, a cheese that gives a salty, creamy finish. An instant family-favourite!

Our holiday feast isn’t complete without a dessert! After all of the fanfare a simple and satisfying dessert is what we are craving. Served best with your favourite tea or espresso, these cookies created by the 2 ladies behind Mia Kouppa, Helen & Billie, will be a staple for holidays to come! These crumbly, slightly sweet and earthy Krinos Tahini and Attiki Honey cookies are a perfect ending to a heartwarming meal.

And with that our feast is complete!

We hope you are inspired to add Krinos into your holiday dishes this year. Find these curated recipes below with links directly to each and give all of our Foodies at Home some love! Happy Holidays!

Victoria: www.instagram.com/reel/CWvevTRgGD_/

Maria: www.instagram.com/reel/CWvlVQdJ9bc/

Michael: www.instagram.com/reel/CXAN5FqJMed/

Keith (main): www.instagram.com/reel/CXRTWOqAkmt/

Keith (side): www.instagram.com/reel/CXKm9JLgR2t/

Mia Kouppa: www.instagram.com/p/CXKZsi5jdG9/

 

If you’re looking for a delicious and simple fall dessert that’s sure to impress your next dinner guests, look no further than our Fancy Fall AppleTart featuring Attiki Honey.

This apple honey tart takes the crispness of fall apples and layers it with warm, velvety Attiki honey, which elevates the tart from simple to showstopper. The crust is made of layers of flaky Krinos fillo giving crunch and depth to this delicate dessert.

The best part? This exquisite tart takes less than 40 minutes to make! Move over apple pie – this tart may become a go-to for years to come.
Before you begin: be sure to use a tin with a removable bottom for the perfectly presented Fall Apple Tart. To make the tart, start by preheating the oven to 400o Fahrenheit.

For the filling, combine ¾ cup of loosely packed ground almonds, ¼ cup of Attiki honey, ¼ cup of unsalted, softened butter,1 egg yolk, ½ tsp of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt into a small bowl.

Stir until smooth and set aside. Thinly slice the apples, discarding any seeds and brush with lemon juice. Keep the skin on for a beautifully rippled effect after baking.

Now it’s time to assemble your tart.

Line the bottom and sides of a 10-inch tart tin with two sheets of Krinos Fillo stacked on top of each other, tucking the fillo in on the bottom corners. Brush with melted butter and repeat process twice more, offsetting the fillo by a third each time.

Trim overhanging to 1- inch and roll excess fillo inward so it sits within the sides of the tin in order to create a raised edge. Spread almond mixture over the base of the tart and layer with apples.

Bake for 30-35 minutes and allow to cool before drizzling with 2 tbsp of Attiki honey. Cut into wedges to serve. Enjoy!

Full recipe here: https://krinos.ca/recipes/apple-almond-honey-tart/

As the October air cools and the leaves change, everyone is craving warm, comfort food. We’ve come up with an awesome meal hack that’s easily sharable and hits the spot, so you can enjoy the beautiful fall days ahead.

Our Feta Pull-Apart Bread is a simple recipe you can make ahead of a dinner party, with your kids or to snack on. With two cheeses and loads of flavour, you’ll be equally impressed by the taste and ease of this dish.

To make our Feta Pull-Apart Bread you’ll need 1.5 lbs of store-bought pizza dough – no need to make your own here. Divide the dough in half, dust with flour and roll out until ½ inch thick. Cut each half into 4 squares so you have 8 pieces.

Preheat the oven to 400º F. In a small bowl, mash together Krinos Feta, ½ cup of crumbled Ricotta, 2 tbsp olive oil, and oregano. Stir in 1 cup of coarsely grated mozzarella and 2 cloves of chopped garlic.

Top each dough square with a generous tablespoon of the Feta mixture and top with a second piece of dough, flattening slightly to distribute the filling. Cut the square in half and begin to stack the dough standing up against one another in a 9×5 non-stick loaf pan. Imagine a very tall club sandwich in a loaf pan.

Repeat the entire process until all the dough is used and the loaf pan is filled with layers of dough and cheesy filling. Cover with a kitchen towel, set in a warm spot and let rise for about 30-45 minutes.

Before baking, brush the top with the remaining olive oil and sprinkle any unused filling on top. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until deeply golden.

While we know you’ll want to dig in as soon as it comes out of the oven, allow the bread to stand for 10 minutes before serving and pulling apart!

Do you have any easy meal hacks? We’d love to hear them!

Full recipe here: https://krinos.ca/recipes/feta-pull-apart-bread/

Have you ever made a salad with your air fryer? Yes, you heart that right.

If you’re on board with the Air Frying trend, here’s a summer salad you have to try – Air Fryer Broccoli & Feta Salad.

This summer salad packs all the crunch you crave with fresh veggies and an irresistible savoury creaminess from Krinos feta. This dish comes together in minutes and will be a hit at your next BBQ or outdoor gathering.

The holiday season is typically a time to gather with family and friends; while that may not be possible this year, you don’t have to sacrifice great food, even if you’re having an intimate meal.

Our Krinos elves have put together some of our favourite winter recipes to get you in the mood – these recipes are easy-to-make, perfect for kids and small gatherings alike.

Roasted Red Pepper and Sweet Potato Feta Soup:
You can enjoy this velvety warm and sweet soup all year long, but especially this time of year. From bake to bowl in 30 minutes, we love this soup for its simplicity, yet depth of flavour. It makes great leftovers, too.

Braised Potatoes with Krinos Organic Feta and Olives:
Nothing says comfort food like warm potatoes and cheese. Braised potatoes are elevated with our creamy, salty feta and topped with herbs and spices. It takes very little to prepare this recipe, but you’ll enjoy it for a long time.

Feta Fillo Cigars:
These crunchy appetizers are a hit on every table. Simple to make and even easier to enjoy, these savoury cigars are even better served with our chili honey and olive tapenade.

Tahini Espresso Trifle:
Intimate gathering? All the more reason to indulge. The Tahini Espresso Trifle is a perfect ending to a meal this season, and if you have kids, they’ll love assembling the layers of this sweet dessert. Tip: If you don’t want to make one large trifle, consider assembling smaller, individual-sized portions.

And, to end the year, we are thrilled to be announcing a brand-new addition to the Krinos Mini Fillo Roll collection – Sautéed Ground Beef! Ready in minutes, we’ve taken an all-time classic flavour and stuffed it into our flaky and delicious mini fillo rolls. No time to cook? No problem. Our new Sautéed Ground Beef Mini Fillo Rolls make an excellent last-minute, in a pinch, kid-approved, no-mess meal, appetizer or snack.

Wishing you and your family a holiday season filled with all the fixings from the comfort of your home.