Pastitsio: A Divine Culinary Masterpiece which hails from Greek Smyrna

One of the most delicious foods to have emerged from the inspiring kitchens of Greek Smyrna is pastitsio, a family favourite for many years. A beautiful, creamy combination of pasta, mince, cheese, tomatoes and other delectable ingredients, it is a dish which is very filling, and a delight to the senses whilst it is cooking, and a joy to behold for the palate while it is being devoured. Please enjoy the accompanying video which details how to prepare pastitsio which I hope you find informative and interesting.

 

Georgos Dalaras' rendition of Η Προσφυγιά (I Prosfygia)

The plight of the refugees who fled war-torn Smyrna in 1922 have been well-documented in historical annals, and their immense sufferings touched the hearts of many worldwide. The song Η Προσφυγιά (I PROSFYGIA) sung by Georgos Dalaras, highlights the difficulties faced by the refugees of Greek Smyrna, their sense of displacement, and their concern about where they would live, and their lives in general, after the tragic events of 1922. It is a song rich in meaning in its own subtle manner, and leaves the listener to ponder the sacrifices made by the Greek refugees, and the life that they left behind forever, not of their own accord.