Research ingredients and dishes that are not just from the islands, but other parts of the country. There is a wealth of culinary diversity that has not made it to the mainstream. Try dishes like stuffed eggplants, dandelions with lemon and olive oil, or Greek sweetbreads as a savory breakfast option.
CHRIS KOETKE
Familiarity and comfort of Greek cuisine of the past can now be brought forward in a more authentic, flavorful and modern way. Don’t overthink modern Greek—source quality, simple ingredients and compose them in thoughtful ways.
ADAM MOORE
Modern Greek will appeal to a younger market that seeks to experience cuisines with health halos that are also easier on the wallet. Consider spinach-feta pie with mint, pistachios, kataifi cheese and balsamic-honey syrup. Greek is a cuisine that does not get boring with repeated exposure.
DONNELL JONES-CRAVEN
Greek might be the new Italian—it has been in the U.S. for ages, and when done well, blurs the lines between Mediterranean and Middle Eastern. A charcuterie twist with Greek flavors would be beautiful and dramatic.
NANCY JO SEATON
From the January-February Top 10 Trends 2022 issue of Flavor & The Menu