History Of Kouzounas Kitchen

Welcome to Kouzounas Kitchen! Where tradition meets flavor!

Welcome to Kouzounas Kitchen, a culinary haven where the vibrant flavors of modern and traditional Greek cuisine intertwine in a symphony of delectable delights. At the helm of this gastronomic oasis is Chef Krystina, a passionate culinarian who has dedicated her craft to sharing the rich tapestry of Hellenic culinary heritage with the world. From the flaky, golden layers of spanakopita to the juicy, savory bites of keftedes, her recipes offer a tantalizing journey through the diverse flavors that have graced Greek tables for generations. And for those with a sweet tooth, the kitchen’s repertoire extends to the decadent pleasures of baklava and the creamy indulgence of bougatsa, each bite a testament to the care and artistry infused into every dish. At Kouzounas Kitchen, the love and dedication poured into these recipes is palpable, inviting you to savor the rich cultural traditions and modern interpretations that come together to create a truly remarkable dining experience. Whether you’re a seasoned aficionado of Greek cuisine or a curious explorer, the vast array of tempting options awaits, promising to delight your senses and transport you to the sun-drenched shores of the Mediterranean, one delicious morsel at a time.

A recipe has no soul. You as the cook must bring soul to the recipe.

”Thomas Keller”

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Chef Bio

My love for food started at a very young age. Both my parents are wonderful cooks, and we have many cooks on my dad’s side of the family in Greece. Growing up in a crazy Greek family, who appreciates food was a good start towards my love for cooking. At the age of seven, I was officially making my own Greek recipes including spanakopita, keftedes, baklava, and much more.

In 2008 I acknowledged the passion I had for the culinary arts and enrolled in the pastry chef program at Le Cordon Bleu in Sacramento, California, and in 2009 graduated with my pastry degree.

Kouzounas Kitchen is dedicated to my yiayia Stavroula Kouzouna Kalapothakou. Yiayia was from Mani, Greece who was a fantastic home cook. I learned many of her traditional Greek recipes and now I share them through my blog. (I hope yiayia is looking down upon me smiling as I share many of her delicious recipes with my very own twist.)

I fulfilled a long-awaited dream of mine recently. Back To My Roots cookbook was published on February 28, 2016. Back To My Roots is not only packed full of mouth-watering recipes, but I also share my personal story, kitchen tips, and tricks, bits and pieces of the history of olive oil and its benefits, and much, much more!

Check out my cookbooks below:

Amazon “ Back To My Roots (available in print and eBook)

Back to My Roots | Kouzounas Kitchen

Amazon A Drop of Ladi & My Greek Soul: A New Take on Classic Greek Cuisine

A Drop of Ladi & My Greek Soul | Kouzounas Kitchen

[Side Note]

The name Kouzounas originated from my sweet Yiayia, Stavroula Kouzouna Kalapothakou from Mani, Greece who was a fantastic home chef. I learned many of her traditional Greek recipes, and now I can share these recipes with you. Don’t get confused with the Greek word “kouzina” which means kitchen.

Kali Orexi

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* Pictured above is my family. To the very left is my yiayia who I dedicate this blog to. Thank you to my wonderful family for inspiring me to make Kouzounas Kitchen happen.

 

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