Innehållsförteckning för Issue 18 - June/July 2022 från The Mediterranean Lifestyle

Dr. Alley Marie Jordan (P. 22) Alley Marie Jordan has a PhD in Classics from the University of Edinburgh where she specializes in Latin poetry on villas and gardens and their reception during the 18th century. She has published on garden history academically and is currently publishing a book based on her PhD thesis. Originally from California, Alley Marie comes from a Mediterranean climate and splits her time between living in Scotland and visiting family in Valencia, Spain. Instagram: @alleymarie_garden_historian Clare Ferrige (P. 16) Clare Ferrige is the project manager at Mashamba Design, a Mediterranean Garden Desing company founded by Jennifer and Alexander Warren-Gash in 2008. Clare truly appreciates what it is to live a Mediterranean lifestyle. She spent her early years in Hong Kong, traveling back and forth to…

www.medlifestyle.org I may be the only health professional in the world that has joined a gym, paid in advance for one whole year, and never went! Not even once! That happened 30 years ago, and it had a profound influence on the way I approached the science of exercise and health in my work. If I cannot do it, how can I ask others to do it? We all know that exercise is good for our health. It prevents diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, and some forms of cancer. It helps us maintain a healthy weight and adds “life to our years”. Nevertheless, two out of three adults don’t exercise enough. Why is thi happening? Why are we not doing something that we know will help us live…

www.haveucoveredinthekitchen.com Recipe from the cookbook: “From Courtroom to Cucina” SERVINGS: 4 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: None for the sauce, just for the pasta according to package directions. The authentic Italian way to make pesto (which is derived from the verb “pestare, ” to pound or grind) is with a mortar and pestle. This allows for a richer texture and definition among the ingredients. However, many modern day people use a blender or food processor to combine the ingredients for convenience. This method still produces a tasty pesto but the texture is a more uniform paste or homogeneous emulsion which lacks the depth of the original way. I prefer the authentic way. Both ways of making it appear below. INGREDIENTS 1 pound of trofie (or trenette) pasta 1/2 teaspoon…

INGREDIENTS Serves 4 Serves 4 4 peaches, halved and pitted 250 g feta cheese 1 pack arugula 1/4 cup pecans (or walnuts) FOR THE VINAIGRETTE 5 tbs white balsamic vinegar 2 tbs pure honey 2 tbs brown sugar 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Sea salt Fresh ground pepper INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat the grill to medium. 2. Combine vinegar, honey, brown sugar, oil, salt and pepper and mix well. 3. Brush the cut side of peaches with the vinaigrette mixture and place on the grill, cut-side down. Grill uncovered, for 5 min or until they have noticeable grill marks. 4. Gently turn over and grill for 2 minutes. Remove from the grill and let cool. 5. In a large bowl, toss together arugula, onion and pecans. Top with peaches and…

Liran Tal in collaboration with Parcelle 26 Olive Oil @cheflirantal www.cheflirantal.com INGREDIENTS FOR THE TORTILLA 3 medium size waxy potatoes (I used bintje), pealed, tap dried and cut into half, than sliced on the wide part 4 medium size eggs ½ tsp of smoked paprika 1 medium size white onion, diced 1 cup of olive oil (I used Parcelle26 blend olive oil) Salt and pepper INSTRUCTIONS In a 24 cm non-stick pan with high edges, add the oil and bring to heat. Add the sliced potatoes and let it pan fry on a medium-high heat, until the potatoes are soft. Sieve the potatoes and keep the oil aside. At the same pan, add 1 spoon of the oil we used and fry the diced onions on a medium low heat.…

There are many myths and legends about the sanctuary of Delphi, which in the eyes of the ancient Greeks was not only the “navel of the world” (omphalos) but also an essential part of Greek religion. The Oracle held unrivaled status and fascinated civilizations for almost a millennium. No important decisions were made without consulting the Oracle. With its ability to influence powerful individuals and great city-states, the Oracle at Delphi played a crucial role in the development of Western civilization. The location alone is impressive because of its difficult access. About 100 miles northeast of Athens on a rocky ridge beneath Mount Parnassus, the site was rather unsuitable for human habitation and was a place reserved for the gods. According to legend, it is here where Apollo killed the…

PASTA ALLA PUTTANESCA Invented in Napoli and one of the most characteristic recipes of the Italian gastronomic tradition ROASTED CHICKEN WITH TOMATOES & OLIVES Mediterranean flavors combined in a quick and easy dish OLIVE TAPENADE INGREDIENTS 250 g pitted black olives 1 tbsp capers 2 anchovy filets 3 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp red wine vinegar Sprig fresh thyme (optional) METHOD Blend the olives, capers, anchovies and olive oil in a small processor. Transfer to a serving dish and season with thyme. Serve with pasta, on bruschetta or enjoy as a spread on a fresh baguette. PASTA ALLA PUTTANESCA INGREDIENTS Serves 4 500 g dried spaghetti or linguine 400 g can chopped tomatoes 5 anchovy filets 120 g Kalamata olives 2 tbsp capers 4 large garlic cloves, crushed 3 tbsp…

Bellini Serves 2 Ingredients FOR THE PEACH PUREE 2 medium fresh peaches, pitted and quartered 2 ice cubes 1 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 tbsp sugar FOR THE COCKTAIL Peach puree Chilled Prosecco Peach slices for decoration Instructions 1. In a blender or food processor, add the peaches, ice, lemon juice, and sugar and blend until smooth. 2. Pour one tablespoon of peach puree into the bottom of a chilled flute glass. 3. Slowly fill the glass with Prosecco while gently stirring to incorporate. 4. Garnish with a slice of peach, either slit and rested on the rim or dropped into the glass. Long Island Iced Tea Serves 1 Ingredients 3-5 slices fresh peaches 20 ml Gin 20 ml Vodka 20 ml Rum 20 ml Tequila 20 ml Cointreau…

Dimitris Tziovaras in collaboration with Karystou Keki Honey @tziovarasdimitris and @meli_karystou_keki INGREDIENTS FOR THE BUTTER 500 g soft butter 1/2 teaspoon pepper 3 anchovies salted 1/2 lemon, zest 1/2 orange, zest 100 ml mustard 1/4 bunch parsley 1/4 bunch chives 1/4 bunch marjoram 1 tablespoon thyme leaves 1/2 bunch of tarragon 1 sprig of rosemary, leaves gathered 15 g capers 2 1/2 cloves garlic, melted FOR THE CHICKEN 1 chicken about 1,200 g 1 kg fresh crop potatoes 40 ml olive oil 20 g salt 20 g pepper 2 cloves garlic 1 onion 1 bay leaf 1 lemon INSTRUCTIONS Allow the butter to reach room temperature so that it can be beaten. Finely chop all the herbs and mix all the ingredients together. As soon as they are combined, open…

ساف Founded by Idris I in 789 AD, Fès is the third-largest city in Morocco with over 1 million inhabitants. Alongside Meknès, Marrakech and Rabat, it is the oldest of the so-called four royal cities. Even today, the Medina enchants visitors from all over the world with its special atmosphere, which was created thanks to the long and multicultural history that is still evident in every corner. After Idris II founded a new settlement called al-Aliya on the other bank of the Wadi Fez River in 809 AD, the city was historically divided into two parts. The real rise began in 817 when refugees from Andalusia in Spain settled on one side and displaced families from Kairouan in Tunisia settled on the other. The thriving settlement grew to its present…

www.integrativeaging.com @drnicolemarcione “My favorite Italian saying is La Dolce Far Niente which loosely translates into the sweetness of doing nothing” If you’re like me, you’re probably obsessed with the Mediterranean way of life. As a research scientist, I’ve been trained to look at what the data reveals, and as a woman in midlife with Italian heritage, I’m always looking to bring more pleasure into my daily life. I can’t help but integrate the two: the evidence-based science and the magic of a pleasure-based life. This is what La Dolce Vita (The Sweet Life) truly means to me. So let’s go exploring together…. Grab your scarf, handbag, and sense of adventure as we get into our vintage Fiat convertible, and drive down the coast in search of 5 ways to experience all the…

Garden Historian During the early age of the Roman Empire, grand villas and their gardens sprouted in abundance and dotted the Italian landscape, particularly in those fertile lands of Tusculum, Etruria and the Bay of Naples. The ancient Roman villa-dwellers had grand homes beyond the Italian peninsula and all over the Empire, from Corsica to the area around Mount Etna and to Greece. Roman villas blossomed in places like Hispania (Spain), Britannia (Great Britain), Palmyra (Syria) and Egypt. What makes Roman villas especially notable are its gardens because gardens were regarded as symbols of power, prestige and cultural knowledge. But they are also places that represent the Epicurean ideals of otium (learned leisure) and the utile dulci (useful pleasures). The villa is one of the most common cultural gifts from…

@melpomeni.matthews in collaboration with @grecianpurveyor www.GrecianPurveyor.com I just love how simple it is to make this no knead Eliopsomo, olive bread. Whether you’re a beginner or artisan baker you will appreciate the thick golden, crispy and chewy crust of this dough. Bursting with salty black olives this bread is a meal in itself and it’s the perfect pairing with the very best quality olive oil you can get your hands on. INGREDIENTS 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 cup plain wholemeal flour 2 tbsp dried oregano 3/4 tsp dry yeast 1 tbsp sugar 1 tsp salt 2 cups water, approx (luke warm) 2 tbsp Greek olive oil 1 cup whole, dry cured olives (pitted and then roughly chopped) METHOD 1. Combine the flours, oregano, yeast, and salt into a large mixing…

Peaches, the summer fruit kissed by the sun, is perfect for the hot season. Hardly any other fruit is as much a part of summer as the sweet and intensely fragrant peach. It differs from other stone fruits by its typical velvety skin and its very juicy and aromatic flesh. The peach is a stone fruit and, like cherries, almonds, plums and apricots, belongs to the rose family (Rosaceae), commonly grown in warmer temperate regions. Starting from the beginning of March, the trees enchant with a splendor of pink flowers, which develop into sweet, round fruits with a diameter of approx. 10 cm by June. Until the end of September, they can be found on all market stalls in numerous colors and varieties. From yellow to dark red skin, each…

A CLASSIC MEDITERRANEAN GREEN Arugula www.italiankitchenconfessions.com @italian_kitchen_confessions One of the staples that was never missing from the table in my childhood was a simple green salad with arugula as the main ingredient. With pasta, meat or fish there was always a side dish adapted to the products of the season. I must confess that, like all children, I was sometimes not an enthusiast when it came to eating a side dish full of vegetables. But thanks to the different combinations my mom carefully presented, I learned to appreciate the different flavors. Arugula, also known as rocket or rucola, is an edible annual plant in the Brassicaceae family, which also includes broccoli, kale and Brussels sprouts. This herb is known for its bitter, peppery and tart flavor and grows abundantly throughout…

If you have the same love and passion for cooking and eating as we do, we invite you as a professional chef, hobby cook, food blogger or dietitian to share the diversity of Mediterranean cuisine with us. Upload your recipe and get a chance to be featured in the next issue! www.tml-food.com BAKED SNAPPER @melpomeni.matthews in collaboration with @grecianpurveyor www.GrecianPurveyor.com The easiest and tastiest way to cook snapper fish is to prepare it whole and simply bake it. The flesh is at its sweetest, juiciest and most tender, and it’s completely effortless. Easy enough for a midweek meal, but also makes an impressive centerpiece for any occasion. INGREDIENTS 2-3 whole snapper (500 g each), Sea salt and pepper to season, 2 medium lemons, sliced into rounds, 2 cloves garlic, sliced,…