festive

Where would Greek food and culture be without “kourabiethes”? (pronounced koo-ra-bee-e-thes).  They are synonymous with celebrations, often being produced during the very busy Easter period, namedays, birthdays and of course Christmas.  They’re basically a shortbread biscuit that usually has almonds incorporated through it and they are finished off with dusted icing sugar. This was my first attempt at making these “bikkies” and of course I had to consult my mother, [...]