Stella Drivas. Photo Credit: Antonis Achilleos
Greek-American cook and Internet personality Stella Drivas released her new cookbook “Hungry Happens: Mediterranean: 100 Healthy, Simple Recipes: A Cookbook.”
It already made the New York Times bestsellers list, and rightfully so.
Background on Stella Drivas
Stella Drivas created her blog “Hungry Happens” to share her easy, healthy meals that use wholesome ingredients.
She was raised in a Greek household where meals were made from scratch and featured extra virgin olive oil, citrus, fresh greens, beans, lean meats and seafood, and of course feta cheese.
The classic Greek cooking traditions passed down from her grandmother form the foundation of Hungry Happens: balanced, homemade meals with an emphasis on nourishing food.
Standout recipes
In “Hungry Happens: Mediterranean,” Stella makes it easier than ever to cook healthy meals the whole family will love on repeat. She delivers simple, Mediterranean-inspired recipes bursting with fresh flavors that anyone can recreate.
There is something in it for everyone for every meal, time of day, and occasion.
Some of the highlight recipes include her “Crunchy Baked Beef Souvlaki Tacos,” as well as her Mediterranean Baked Cod” and her “Mediterranean Turkey — Crust Pizza,” which is crispy and simply delicious.”
Pasta lovers will find her “Creamy Sheet Pan Gnocchi” to be savory.
Her “Deconstructed Gemista” is a clever twist to the classic “Gemista,” which means stuffed baked vegetables in Greek. Her “Greek Lamb Fricassee” is popular among most Greek families (especially when served in Avgolemono soup). The same holds true for her “Loaf-Pan Chicken Gyros,” which are juicy and tender.
Desserts
After trying Stella Drivas’ cookbook, one should leave some room for dessert. Some of the favorites include her “Baklava Cheesesake,” which is rich and scrumptious, her sweet and tangy “No-Bake Strawberry Tiramisu,” as well as her recipe for ” Tahini-Chocolate Chunk Cookies,” which are vegan!
The Verdict
Overall, “Hungry Happens: Mediterranean” is a compelling and stimulating new cookbook by Stella Drivas. It is highly recommended for fans of Greek and Mediterranean cuisines, as well as their ingredients, textures, and flavors.
One will be inspired to try a different recipe each day, and it will motivate them to concoct their own unique recipes.
Most importantly, Stella is able to take her readers on a culinary journey with this refreshing and engaging new cookbook. These recipes are family-friendly, easy to make, and they are quite healthy; moreover, they are ideal for the entire family.
Stella is a firm believer that cooking is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and with “Hungry Happens: Mediterranean,” she encourages us to embrace the culinary arts with dynamic flavors, fresh ingredients, and recipes that are neat and fun to share with everyone. Cooking lives up to her life’s motto: “Love your life!”
Hopefully, this is a harbinger of more cookbooks to come from Stella Drivas in the future. It garners an A rating. Bravo.
To learn more about Greek-American food influencer, cook, and content creator Stella Drivas, follow her on Instagram.
“Hungry Happens: Mediterranean” Is available on Amazon by clicking here.
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