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Staff Favorite: Greek-Spiced Baked Shrimp

Susannah Chen — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:35:31 PDT

It's hard to believe that we've come this far and never gotten around to sharing one of our very favorite fast and easy dinners. If you enjoy seafood and tomatoes, then brace yourself, because once you make this Greek shrimp recipe, your life might just change forever. This dinner in under 60 has been the darling of just about everyone in our office, and for good reason.

Inflecting the tomato sauce with allspice, cinnamon, feta, and dill lends the dish a whole new kind of exoticism that you're bound to love when craving the spices of South Asian and Middle Eastern cooking. I like the allspice element so much that I double the amount that's called for and then offer it over a pile of lightly oiled orzo. Any way you serve it, this is good eating, and the recipe is right this way.

Get Him to the Greek: A Food Guide

Lizzie Fuhr — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:30:13 PDT

Ancient Greek culture is the cornerstone of Western civilization. Not only is it home to some of mankind's most influential philosophers and artists, but it's also given birth to some of the most delicious food on the planet. Making use of fresh ingredients, age-old tradition, and fragrant spices, Greek flavors pack a powerful punch of Mediterranean flair to restaurants all over the world. Continue reading to get to know a few staples of Greek cuisine.

Name That Dish!

YumSugar — Thu, 26 May 2011 14:50:00 PDT

This lunchtime wrap would be great alongside some tzatziki and a glass of Greek wine. Can you name it?

The Basics: Tzatziki

Katie Sweeney — Mon, 23 May 2011 04:06:21 PDT

Since attending a lunch that celebrated Greek wines, I can't stop thinking about Greek cuisine. My favorite Greek condiment is tzatziki, a cooling sauce that's served with grilled meat, souvlaki, and gyros. It's made with Greek yogurt that's been strained, so it has a super thick texture. I use Ina Garten's recipe, but I add a bunch of chopped mint to it. The most important ingredients are the yogurt and cucumbers, otherwise, you can add whatever herbs you have on hand, parsley works well as does dill and basil. Check out the method after the break.

Name That Dish!

YumSugar — Tue, 17 May 2011 15:49:45 PDT

Earlier today, we went to an amazing lunch that featured Greek wines; we asked one of the winemakers what foods he considered to be quintessentially Greek. He mentioned the dessert, which consists of layers of phyllo, that is pictured below. Do you know what it's called?

Casey and Cappie Say Goodbye in the Greek Series Finale

PopSugarTV — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:56:34 PST

Last night, ABC Family aired the final episode of Greek after four solid seasons on air. Watch Rusty, Evan, Ashleigh and the gang say goodbye to Casey and Cappie as they drive off to take on new life challenges.

What Did You Think of the Greek Series Finale?

Becky Kirsch — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 09:46:09 PST

Greek finally graduated from Cyprus Rhodes (OK, well only Cappie did) and headed out into the real world last night. I've had a soft spot for the college-themed series since the beginning, but I have to admit that the finale wasn't my favorite episode over the past four years. I expected a few more surprises (though I did not see the Kappa demolition coming), but the episode mostly tied up loose ends. That said, I got a little more choked up than I had expected when Cappie and Casey drove off into the sunset, but I blame Youth Group's cover of "Forever Young" that played over the final scene. I know that many of you love the show as much as I do, so weigh in on the episode! Oh, and don't forget to check out my suggestions of other Greek-esque shows you just might love.

If you missed it, watch the final scene after the jump.

Goodbye Greek: Five Shows to Watch If You're Going to Miss the Series

BuzzSugar — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 13:29:26 PST

It's with a little tear in my eye that I inform you all that tonight I'll be tuning in to Greek for the very last time. The ABC Family show has become more than just a guilty pleasure over the past few years, but luckily there are a few other shows out there that can give me a fix of the college hijinks and drama. If you're in the same boat as me, here are five other series that just may strike your fancy if you're a fan of Greek.

BuzzSugar's Must Haves For March

BuzzSugar — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:51:37 PST

I can hardly believe it, but February has come and gone, and we're already in March. Though award season is over, Spring is right on its heels! To help you deal with how fast 2011 is going, I'm reminding you of all the fun entertainment stuff you have to look forward to this month, from movies to music to TV. Click through and then get your calendar out so you don't miss anything!

Which Returning Midseason Show Are You Most Excited About?

Becky Kirsch — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 12:15:38 PST

We've been getting you acquainted with some of the first new shows of 2011 thanks to our handy pilot scoops and midseason preview guide, but let's not forget about our returning favorites as well. Just this week we've been treated to Winter premieres of Greek, Pretty Little Liars, and V, and there's plenty more where that came from. I'm particularly psyched for this Sunday's return of Californication, and of course, my beloved Parks and Recreation. Just watch the preview below and I dare you not to feel giddy with anticipation.

Of course, I'm also looking forward to the brand new American Idol and the final season of Big Love. What about you - which returning show are you most excited about?