Glossary

• Mekila

  Mekila: Greek drink from prickly pears, distilled with grapes, honey, and herbs. Unique white or yellow varieties, a taste of Greece.

  

• Melachrino

  Melachrino: Naxos' traditional aromatic cake with raisins and walnuts, resembling syrupy walnut pie. Perfect with coffee during fasting.

  

• Melekouni

  Melekouni: Traditional Rhodes sweet with honey, sesame, almonds, and cinnamon. Historically Greek, offers health benefits, and enjoyed on special occasions.

  

• Melichloro

  Melichloro (Melipasto): Cheese from Lemnos, Aegean Islands. Earthy, nutty, and salty taste, ideal for saganaki, pasta, or table cheese.

  

• Melipasto

  Melipasto (Melichloro): Cheese from Lemnos, Aegean Islands. Earthy, nutty, and salty taste, great for saganaki, pasta, or as a table cheese.

  

• Melitzanosalata

  Melitzanosalata: Greek eggplant salad. Roasted aubergines, olive oil, lemon, and herbs. Various versions, some with a smoky aroma.

  

• Melomakarona

  Melomakarona: Greek Christmas dessert made with flour, olive oil, honey, orange, and nuts, dipped in syrup. Also available in chocolate-covered version.

  

• Melorako

  Melorako: Greek alcoholic beverage with raki/tsikoudia, honey, and spices. Sweet, digestive, and antioxidant-rich. Used for sore throats. Traditional and enjoyed warm or cold.

  

• Meringue

  Meringue (beze): Light, sweet treat made from egg white, sugar, salt. Varieties with mastiha or chocolate. Crunchy outside, chewy inside. Store in a sealed jar.

  

• Metsovone

  Metsovone: PDO semi-hard Greek cheese from Metsovo, slightly salty and spicy. Made from cow's milk, smoked for 12 days, versatile for various dishes.

  

• Meze

  Meze: Small appetizer dishes, served with wine or spirits like raki, ouzo, mastiha, or tsipouro, ideal for multi-course meals or snacks.

  

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