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students and journalists in Crete for 14 years through her project Crete’s Culinary Sanctuaries (CCS). Her focus celebrates and helps protect Crete’s cultural and culinary heritage. The concepts of the Mediterranean Diet originated in Crete. Chef Rose, with her CCS initiatives, demonstrates that Cretan cuisine is not just a diet, but is a way of life that has much to offer our ongoing pursuit of healthy and sustainable approaches to eating. In this concise book, Rose shares strategies for applying the celebrated concepts of Cretan cuisine wherever you live. The book includes recipes with gorgeous photos of culinary treasures amid the magnificent landscape of the isle of Crete. Rose has received numerous awards from National Geographic, the United Nations and many other organizations for her success in creating sustainable travel/community-based tourism and culinary projects that bring focus to the expanding inquiry into sustainability. Autographed copies of her book will be available for sale. Proceeds benefit ongoing CCS initiatives. Her website: cookingincrete.com Space is limited. Advance reservations are required. Please make reservations separately for each event. 1. To RSVP for the free lecture, email the Embassy of Greece: rsvpculture@greekembassy.org 2. To reserve dinner, contact Mourayo. $45 per person, including one glass of wine, tax and gratuity. Advance payment is required. (202) 667.2100. www.mourayous.com. Crete: The Roots of the Mediterranean Diet can be purchased online: Proceeds support CCS educational programs. Allow 2 to 4 weeks for delivery. For volume discount orders, contact Andreas at CCS: andreas @ cookingincrete.com. Click on the photo below for chapter previews and ordering information: |
| Crete: The Roots of the Mediterranean Diet enjoying the benefits of one of the world’s healthiest cuisines wherever you live Presentation by Chef-Author Nikki Rose Washington, DC, October 20, 2011, 6:30 - 10:30 pm Join us for an intriguing glimpse into Crete’s culinary heritage. Enjoy a fantastic meze featuring dishes celebrating the flavors of Crete. The Embassy of Greece 2217 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, DC 6:30 - 8:00 pm immediately following the lecture Ancient Flavors - Modern Palates Meze Celebrating the Flavors of Crete Mourayo Restaurant 1732 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, DC 8:30 - 10:30 pm |
