Kokkari Estiatorio has been a pioneer of Greek-inspired fine dining for decades. Its uniquely welcoming ambiance draws on traditional family recipes and the ancient Hellenic custom of philoxenia: welcoming the stranger as a friend. Through its use of fresh seasonal ingredients, Kokkari brings a refined, cosmopolitan sensibility to a beloved Mediterranean culinary tradition.
Now the owners invite you to try some of their favorite dishes at home with this delectable collection of recipes. From their kitchen to yours, they wish you a Greek bon appetit: kali orexi!Chef Erik Cosselmon's brand of casual taverna cuisine has attracted a devoted following, earning Kokkari a place in the San Francisco Chronicle's Top 100 Restaurants every year since it opened.
Author Janet Fletcher is an award-winning jouralist whose articles on food, wine, and travel have appeared in many national publications. She lives in the Napa Valley.
Photographer Sara Remington shoots for editorial, advertising, and book publishing firms worldwide. She is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.