THE GREEK INSPIRED HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE PLAYBOOK
Digital Download by Chef Dorian Southall
A Bright, Bold, Comforting Holiday Dinner with Greek Soul and Modern Technique
This playbook brings the heart of Greek home cooking into a modern holiday experience. Clean citrus, warm spices, fresh herbs, and rich textures come together in a five course menu built for celebration. Every dish is deeply comforting, incredibly flavorful, and grounded in the kind of simple, essential techniques that make Greek cooking so timeless.
Inside The Flavor Studio, I crafted this menu to feel warm, festive, and inviting, while staying completely approachable for home cooks. You’ll learn how to balance lemon, olive oil, herbs, and aromatics with confidence, and how to build bold flavor using the classic foundations of Greek cuisine.
If you want a holiday dinner that feels soulful, sunny, and unforgettable, this playbook is for you.
THE MENU
Starter: Avgolemono Soup
(Greek Lemon Chicken Soup)**
Creamy without any cream, bright from citrus, deeply comforting, and one of the most iconic Greek dishes to begin a special meal.
Salad: Greek Village Salad
(Horiatiki)
Tomatoes, cucumber, olives, red onion, and feta. A fresh, colorful palate cleanser that celebrates simple ingredients done perfectly.
Main: Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken Thighs and Potatoes
Tender chicken, crispy potatoes, lemon, oregano, and garlic. Classic Greek holiday flavors brought together with clean, modern technique.
Side: Spanakorizo
(Greek Spinach Rice)
Bright, herbaceous, lemony, and naturally comforting. A perfect partner to the roasted chicken and a staple of Greek home cooking.
Dessert: Baklava Bread Pudding
A holiday twist on a classic. Warm, nutty, honey kissed, and cozy. Familiar flavors with a festive upgrade.
This is Greek holiday cooking reimagined through a modern, welcoming lens.
WHAT’S INSIDE THE GUIDE
A Fully Greek Inspired Five Course Menu
Balanced, festive, and rooted in cultural comfort.
Step by Step Recipes
Clear instructions that remove stress and help you cook confidently.
A Simple Grocery List
Everything you need, organized for efficiency.
A Holiday Prep Timeline
A calm, helpful schedule that lets you prep ahead without rushing.
An Oven and Stovetop Plan
Perfect timing for crisp potatoes, tender chicken, and warm sides.
Flavor Notes and Chef Tips
How to handle lemon, herbs, olive oil, broth, and aromatics the Greek way.
Techniques that deepen your understanding without overwhelming you.
Plating and Serving Steps
Warm, generous, family style or individually plated options.
Everything is written with intention, clarity, and heart.
WHO THIS GUIDE IS FOR
This guide is perfect for cooks who:
- Love bright Mediterranean flavors
- Want a holiday menu that feels meaningful but still easy
- Appreciate clean, wholesome dishes with depth
- Want a fully guided experience without stress
- Want to impress guests with timeless classics done beautifully
If you want a holiday dinner that feels comforting, sunny, and full of flavor, this guide will meet you perfectly.
WHY THIS MENU WORKS
- Clean, bright flavors balanced with warm, cozy textures
- Classic Greek dishes executed with modern simplicity
- Approachable steps for home cooks
- A menu that feels both festive and familiar
- Chef guided clarity from start to finish
This is the kind of holiday dinner people remember.
A NOTE FROM CHEF DORIAN
Greek cooking has a generosity and brightness that feels perfect for the holidays. This menu was designed to bring that energy to your table with dishes that are simple, soulful, and full of flavor. Follow the guide and cook with intention. Your home will smell incredible.
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Bring Greek warmth and modern technique into your holiday cooking.
Cook with clarity. Serve with confidence.
Create a dinner that feels like sunshine in the middle of the season.
Add to cart and begin your Greek Inspired Holiday Experience.
