Category Archives: Eugenia Pantahos

International Women’s Day Speech

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY SPEECH BY EUGENIA PANTAHOS

As you know by know I was thrilled and honoured to have been invited to be one of 3 speakers discussing the important issue at the International Women’s Day Women’s Day event organised last Tuesday evening by the Greek Orthodox Community of SA.

Eugenia Pantahos - International Women's Day 2016

Eugenia Pantahos speaking for International Women’s Day 2016

If you would like to hear an excerpt from my speech then copy the link below into your favourite browser, fast forward to 10.00 minutes. The interview finishes at 14.46 minutes.

I was happy to share my views and to help the work towards elevating women in society as a whole.

youtube.com/watch?v=AVdTsM39rUs

The full speech can be viewed here 8 March 2016 International Women’s Day Speech

GL x

Interview with Ali Clarke on ABC891

INTERVIEW WITH ALI CLARKE ON ABC 891 ADELAIDE

I had the absolute pleasure of being interviewed live in the studio on ABC 891 Adelaide Radio with the lovely Ali Clarke on the morning program explaining the traditions around Greek Easter, the story of how I came about to write Greek Life and more.

For those who are interested here’s the interview…..:)

GL x

International Women’s Day

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY

I feel honoured and proud to be a guest speaker at the International Women’s Day Event held by the Greek Orthodox Community of South Australia. Open the link below to read my message:

8 March 2016 International Women’s Day Speech

Some of the take home key messages that I shared with the audience are:

There is no tool for development more effective than the empowerment of women (Kofi Anan)

We need to move from words to purposeful action

When we empower women, we empower humanity

When we educate women, we educate families

Here’s to strong women, may we know them, may we be them, and may we raise them!

Happy International Women’s Day and let’s be the change we wish to see in the world.

GL x

An interview with SBS Sydney

INTERVIEW WITH SBS SYDNEY

I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Stergos Kastelloriou on 18 February 2016 to discuss the story behind my book Greek Life. Here is a link to the interview….oh and by the way, it’s in Greek!

Thank you Stergos for this wonderful opportunity 🙂

Beginning with the story of family and migration, Eugenia Pantahos brings together meaningful Greek traditions and delicious, authentic family recipes that represent the food and lifestyle choice known as the Mediterranean diet.Stergos Kastelloriou reports.

By Stergos Kastelloriou

Published on18 February 2016

File size 2 MB

Duration 4 min 20 sec

Christmas with Culture

CHRISTMAS WITH CULTURE

I’m so proud to have 4 generations of my family and my book Greek Life (family, culture, food) featured in the iconic December/January holiday edition of SA Life Magazine. This gorgeous stylised photo was sent to me from The Stylist Loves. Isn’t it just amazing?

The pièce de résistance at our Christmas table is the Avgolemono Soup. Although we celebrate Christmas in Summer, our family traditions has always meant that we start our lunch with this thick and creamy egg and lemon soup prepared with a combination of chicken and turkey stock. Hosting Christmas is always a large event for our family as we share our Christmas table(s) with anywhere between 35 and 50+ people! A true ‘act of love’!

Be sure to get your copies of Greek Life as a gift for yourself and your loved ones. This unique and timeless cultural Greek cookbook is a true celebration of the Greek way of life, the Mediterranean Lifestyle, meaningfulness and connectedness, and supported by thought provoking philosophy and beautiful full colour photography.

See stockists at greeklifestyle.com.au If you don’t have stockist nearby then order at my online shop. For the month of December I’m surprising my online customers with a small gift from me!

GL xox

Homemade Myzithra Cheese

HOMEMADE MTZITHRA CHEESE

Those who know me well, also know that I love learning about food, and experimenting and expanding my knowledge about food and in particular the food of Greece. With this in mind, i tried my hand at making fresh Myzithra cheese. Sometime ago my friend AJ explained just how easy it was, and since then I’ve entertained the thought a number of times. Last week I attended a business dinner where 3 amazing cheesemakers shared their stories. You can imagine that this was the inspiration to put desire into action and give it a go. It’s so simple, and delicious, and as promised here is the recipe!

1 Litre of full cream milk, heat nearly to the boil in a stainless steel pot (essential) – Remove from element – Add 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice – Stir gently – Set aside for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, line a suitably sized sieve with muslin or cheesecloth and place over a deep pot or bowl – Gently pour the milk (which should begin to look curdled) into the sieve – Allow to drain for 1-2 hours – When cooled either place in the fridge to further ‘set’ the cheese or using a spatula put the Myzithra into a bowl and place in the fridge for future use.

I enjoyed mine two ways. Firstly, on grainy toast, topped with vine ripened tomatoes, sprinkled with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, and hand-rubbed rigani. Secondly, on grainy toast, drizzled with honey and sprinkled with ground cinnamon. A perfect way to start the day!

Enjoy!

GL x

Meet the Author – Eugenia Pantahos

MEET THE AUTHOR

Come along to the Hamra Library at the City of West Torrens to join me in conversation about my book Greek Life and to hear the story behind the story.

Spread the word, bring your friends and let’s make a true celebration of the Greek way of life!

Light refreshments will be served together with some mouth-watering Greek sweets.

See you then!

GL x

Taste of Greece Dinner

TASTE OF GREECE DINNER

I’ve had an overwhelming response to my Taste of Greece Dinner….and that means we are ‘sold out’!

Thanks to all those who have booked and secured their places at the table. I very much look forward to catching up over a glass of wine, some amazing food and lots of stories. Thanks for connecting 🙂

GLx

Book Signing

BOOK SIGNING

Book signing at One Rundle Trading on Rundle Street, Adelaide!

I enjoyed a beautiful afternoon instore with Madeleine and my daughter Mary, and had the opportunity of meeting some amazing people some of whom went home with their very own copy of Greek Life!