Greece is the word

Inspired by the flavours of Crete, these Mediterranean recipes are just perfect for alfresco dining

‘My childhood years in the small neighbourhood of Halepa, Crete, were spent mostly in kitchens,’ recalls chef and author Marianna Leivaditaki. ‘I would spend hours writing down recipes. The water gives fish to catch and cook, the land bears fruit and vegetables that are served as main meals, and the mountains offer game that is an irresistible delicacy.’ In her new Cretan cookbook, Aegean, Marianna offers a taste of island life with dishes rich in familial heritage and flavour.