According to Aristotle, the world was based on five building elements, earth, fire, water, air and ether. Gastronomy professor Giorgos Palisidis built what he calls the “Aristotelian menu”, based on foods and ingredients of northern Greece, the birthplace of the great ancient philosopher.
The recipes, Palisidis is making today are based on archaeological discoveries regarding the materials ancient Greeks used in the kitchen for their daily diet. The dishes also combine materials from Chalkidiki, the professor’s native place. The use of the specific fruits, herbs, wines, honey and other materials were widespread at the time of Aristotle.
The goal of the gastronomy professor was to bring the diet of the ancients to today’s table, mainly as good grounds for a healthy diet.
During the past three years, 10 hotels and seven restaurants in the Chalkidiki area have been serving the Aristotelian Menu.
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