77. Diane Kochilas - Chef - Author of 'ATHENS: Food, Stories, Love' Cookbook.

About this episode

Diane Kochilas discusses her new cookbook and her journey in Greek cuisine.

In the next episode of Greece Chats Podcast with Tony Kariotis Greek American chef Diane Kochilas joins studio for an in-depth conversation about her new cookbook Athens: Food, Stories, Love. The discussion covers her creative journey, her relationship with Athens, and her lifelong dedication to Greek food and culture.--Links:Buy a copy of Diane's book: https://www.dianekochilas.com/athens-food-stories-loveGet Greek Citizenship: https://www.getgreece.com/greekcitizenshipGreek Property Inheritance Assistance: https://www.getgreece.com/inheritance--Diane has spent decades introducing audiences around the world to the beauty of Greek cuisine. Through her many cookbooks, her PBS series My Greek Table, and her cooking school in Ikaria, she has become one of the most influential voices in Mediterranean food. In this episode, she explains how Athens has become a city that blends modern ideas with tradition, and how her new book reflects that balance.We talk about her early years as a Greek American, her move to Greece, and the experiences that shaped her career. Diane shares what continues to inspire her in the kitchen, how storytelling connects to food, and how Greek ingredients carry…

People in this episode

Host: Tony Kariotis

Guest: Diane Kochilas

Topics covered

• Greek cuisine
• cookbooks
• food culture
• storytelling
• Mediterranean food
• Greek identity

Keywords

• Diane Kochilas
• Greek food
• Athens
• cookbook
• Mediterranean cuisine
• PBS
• Ikaria
• Greek culture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: PBS

Books & works: ATHENS: Food, Stories, Love

Places: Ikaria, Greece, Athens

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