Due to the proximity to the ocean
Greek cuisine often has a lot of seafood that is often coupled with naturally
grown items in the region. Olives are one of the primary crops grown in Greece,
it is third in the world in olive oil production. Other foods commonly produced
in Greece are grapes, wine, figs, tomatoes and tobacco. In cooking Greeks often
use ample amounts of lemon juice, pepper, oregano, garlic, and tomatoes. The
primary meats consumed by Greeks are sheep, goat and pork. Restaurants in
Greece are typically called tavernas. Baklava is a great tasting dessert that
is famously Greek, it is a nut and honey filled pastry (one of my personal
favorite desserts). Their tables are often filled with a variety of dips and
salads.
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