Why Spanakopita deserves more attention

Spanakopita rarely gets the international recognition it deserves. The herbal and aromatic complexity is genuine, not simple, and the technique involved in using lemon juice correctly takes real skill.

Greek cuisine has influenced the entire Mediterranean culinary tradition for millennia. I encountered it first in a village feast and that context helped me understand it properly. Greek coffee after the meal is the natural accompaniment and the combination makes the case for the dish. If you haven't explored this cuisine seriously, Spanakopita is the dish to start with.