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Beef Gyro Meatball Lettuce Wraps with Tzatziki and Tomatoes
A healthier take on gyros By: Alexa Keeler Makes 6-8 lettuce wraps Ingredients: 1 lb. extra lean ground beef 1/2 onion, chopped 1 tsp oregano 1 tsp lemon peel 1/2 tsp ground cumin salt and pepper 5 garlic cloves, peeled, chopped in half olive oil, for brushing grill pan 1 large head iceberg lettuce Tzatziki sauce, about 3/4 cup 3/4 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
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The Burger: Greek Style
Greek turkey burgers with feta and red pepper By: Alexa Keeler Quite a departure from last month’s theme of tradition (where I made homemade souvlaki), this recipe is a modern Greek-inspired take on the burger, with old-style Greek ingredients. Not only is this dish simple to make with minimal ingredients, it packs a surprising amount of flavour for how unpretentious it is (no Himalayan Salt Brick required). Let’s begin!
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Just Shuckin’ Around
A beginner’s guide to shucking oysters By: Heather Pierce Most Danforth locals enjoy their oysters at restaurants such as The Auld Spot Pub (347 Danforth Ave.) or Globe Bistro (124 Danforth Ave.), but it’s easy to enjoy oysters at home. Shucking oysters can appear daunting to most, but it only takes practice to master. Oysters are the perfect-yet-simple addition to any dinner party, and their appearance at any festivity brings a level of sophistication. Cast aside your fears, and follow these simple steps to shuck oysters at home.
