Mezze: The Art of Greek Small Plates
Published 20 January 2026
Mezze is the Greek art of sharing small plates – a social, generous way of eating that turns any meal into a celebration.
The Essential Dips
Tzatziki: Yoghurt with cucumber, garlic, and dill.
Taramasalata: Cured fish roe blended with bread, lemon, and olive oil.
Melitzanosalata: Smoky grilled eggplant with garlic and olive oil.
Skordalia: Intense garlic sauce made with bread or potato.
All served with warm pita bread.
Cold Mezze
- Dolmades: Vine leaves stuffed with rice and herbs
- Feta: With olive oil, oregano, and olives
- Horiatiki: Greek salad with tomato, cucumber, onion, olives, and feta
Hot Mezze
- Spanakopita: Spinach and feta in phyllo pastry
- Saganaki: Fried cheese, often flambéed with ouzo
- Keftedes: Greek meatballs with herbs
- Grilled halloumi: Cypriot cheese that chars beautifully
- Loukaniko: Grilled sausage with orange zest
How to Order
For four people: 3-4 dips, 2-3 cold items, 3-4 hot dishes. Order in waves. Share everything. Don't rush – mezze is about taking time to enjoy food and conversation together.
The Greek Way
Mezze is hospitality in edible form. Order generously – running out of food is the worst hosting crime in Greek culture. Pair with wine or ouzo, and let the evening unfold.