Easter food

We've savored numerous kokoretsi dishes, but none quite like Istanbul's rendition. Employing a clever technique, they achieve a simultaneous crispiness and juiciness that's truly remarkable. This recipe is among the 115 culinary treasures shared by Istanbul's Greeks, spotlighted in Gastronomos magazine's extensive feature, "Easter in Istanbul."

1 hour preparation

As Bulgaria enters Holy Saturday, a day steeped in age-old customs and spiritual significance, families across the nation prepare for a solemn yet celebratory culmination of Holy Week. Known as Soul Saturday, this day holds special rituals and practices aimed at honoring the deceased, preparing for Easter, and welcoming the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

As Easter approaches, anticipation builds for one of the most cherished Christian holidays celebrated in Bulgaria. Steeped in tradition and culinary delights, Easter is a time for families to come together, share hearty meals, and rejoice in the spirit of renewal and rebirth.

Prices in the 'Easter basket' are stabilising - Prices of olive oil and chocolate are skyrocketing due to the international rally

Easter, or the Resurrection of Christ, stands as the most significant and vibrant holiday in the Orthodox Christian calendar. Rooted in the celebration of Jesus Christ's return to life after crucifixion, Easter embodies both spiritual renewal and the triumph of spring over winter.

The Easter Basket of more affordable goods for the traditional Orthodox Easter feast has come into effect until May 4, the same day on which the Lenten Basket for lower-priced lenten foods comes to an end.

The "Godparents' Basket" is available as of Monday, while the special "Easter Basket," which offers traditional Easter foods at lower or unchanged prices, will come into effect on Wednesday.

According to an announcement by the Ministry of Development, the Easter Basket extends the Household Basket by adding four new food categories, thus providing additional options for consumers.

Prices are lower this year for vegetables and meats - Announcements about the "Easter basket"

The special 'Easter Basket' that offers lower-price traditional Easter foods came into force on Wednesday, which also marked the 23rd week of the 'Household Basket' measure in Greece.

Commenting, Development and Investments Minister Adonis Georgiadis said that for 89.95% of the goods included in the basket, prices have either dropped or stayed unchanged. [AMNA]

Japanese vegetable tempura is in the first place