Dolmadakia me Kima (Stuffed Vine Leaves with Meat)

Dolmadakia me kima are a classic Greek comfort dish: tender vine leaves filled with meat, rice, and fresh herbs, gently cooked until soft and fragrant. I usually prepare them with a veal & pork mince and cook them in a pressure cooker, which makes the process easy and very reliable — but other options work just as well.

👉 For the meatless version, see my dolmadakia without kima 

Greek Stuffed Vine Leaves (Dolmadakia)

recipe on the blog. The rolling technique is exactly the same (check photos there).

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Kotosoupa recipe updated!

Check my Kotosoupa (Greek Chicken Soup), that I have just updated. Perfect when temperatures drop or a virus has taken the control over your body!

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Greek Chicken Soup (Kotosoupa)

[Updated on 18/03/2025]

Kotosoupa is a comforting Greek chicken soup, perfect for cold winter days or when you need a nourishing meal. This traditional recipe, passed down from my mother, keeps it simple and authentic—just like it’s made in Greek villages.

Greek Home Burgers (Biftekia)

[Updated 18/03/2025]

These juicy Greek-style burgers, or biftekia, are packed with Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for a homemade meal, they can be grilled, pan-fried, or baked for an easy and delicious dish.