Exploring new cuisines, blends of spices, and preparations is a great way to connect with new cultures through food. Therefore, Clementina Bar e Ristoranti, which, like Center Convention, is part of the Center Shopping Complex, is hosting a Greek food festival. 

As in other editions, such as the Arab festival, the Mediterranean, and others, the Center Convention is present at the initiative, which starts this Friday (21) and runs until April 30. 

These festivals aim to promote world cuisine, showcasing typical foods and recipes from each country. The festivals offer a unique experience to the public, and this edition of Clementina presents one of the oldest cuisines in the world, with over five thousand years of history. Now, learn a little more about the initiative and the history of Greek food.

The Greek Food Festival at Clementina Bar and Ristoranti

As we've already mentioned, the 'Greek Cuisine Festival by Chef Tyales Veiga' takes place from April 21st to 30th. Furthermore, it's already possible to make table reservations to enjoy the event, which will feature a complete menu – appetizer, main course, and dessert for R$$140 – simply access [website address - please insert here]. clementinabareristoranti.com.br. Clementina is open every day from 5 PM onwards and is located in the Mercure Hotel Plaza Shopping. 

It's worth highlighting that the dishes are a mix of Greek tradition, contemporary techniques, and fresh, high-quality products. This, combined with the expertise of the restaurant's food and beverage team – who are also responsible for... Center Convention The menu offers a true gastronomic journey! 

Chef Tyales Veiga shares his experience creating the dishes. “As with our other gastronomic festivals, we sought to bring traditional dishes from the cuisine, in this case Greek food, so that the public could learn more about the recipes and ingredients used in that country. Therefore, our goal was to create a menu with tradition, innovation, and lots of flavor!” he explains.

Check out the menu: dishes from the Greek food festival combine tradition and typical ingredients.

The dishes at the Greek food festival feature typical Greek spices, vegetarian options, as well as dishes with fish and beef. 

Furthermore, other well-known ingredients from Greek cuisine are also featured in the dishes, such as yogurt and honey. Now, check out the complete menu.

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Horiatiki Salata It's a refreshing salad that's very popular in Greece. The first appetizer option consists of tomatoes and bell peppers, white cheese, black olives, onion, and cucumber, seasoned with aromatic herbs.

Tomatokeftedes, Known as tomato fritters, this is an appetizer that is very popular in Santorini and Syros, Greek cities, as an option for vegetarians. These fritters contain pieces of tomato, onion, mint, basil, and oregano. They are served with a dip – a type of sauce – made from natural yogurt.

Main courses

Moussaka It's one of the most traditional Greek dishes! Very similar to lasagna, it uses layers of eggplant instead of pasta, accompanied by tomato and béchamel sauce. At the festival, there's also a vegetarian version of the dish where the sauce doesn't include meat.

Kleftiko of the LambThe second main course option features succulent lamb, accompanied by potatoes. In addition, guests will also enjoy a white wine-based sauce infused with herbs, garlic, sweet onions, roasted bell peppers, and juicy tomatoes.

Salomos Sta Karvouna, a recipe that features salmon as the star of the dish. Baked with slices of Sicilian lemon and olive oil, the fish is topped with tzatziki – a yogurt and cucumber sauce – and served with kale pilaf rice.

Desserts

Mousse Yiaourti Me Meli. Finally, for dessert, the first option features one of the most famous ingredients in Greek cuisine: yogurt. The product takes on a mousse-like consistency and includes honey, a mix of nuts, and thyme. It's a light and refreshing dessert.

Galaktoboureko It is one of the oldest Greek foods; the dessert is a filo pastry pie filled with an aromatic cream. 

A little history of Greek food.

Finally, it's worth learning a little more about Greek food, which is characterized by the use of natural ingredients. Olive oil, for example, and the different varieties of olives are widely used in this cuisine. Similarly, the use of fish, lamb, yogurt, and honey are very common in Greek dishes. 

Known as the cradle of humanity, throughout its five millennia of history, Greece has received many influences from other countries, which are reflected in its gastronomy. Countries such as Italy, Turkey, and Arabia have left their mark on the country's local cuisine. In addition, Mediterranean elements are also very present, such as... Olive oil, grains and bread, and also wine.

In short? Greek food has accumulated history, culture from other countries, and tradition over thousands of years. It's a cuisine worth exploring, and discovering the flavors and spices it offers.

Host your event in our space.

Now, get inspired by this incredible gastronomic festival and host your event with us! You can choose the Center Convention area, or the event space at Clementina.

Furthermore, our team is ready to welcome you and support you in developing a unique event, featuring the best of gastronomy.

Contact us at (34) 3239-8300 or comercial@centerconvention.com.br

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