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OPSO

OPSO

A Modern Greek Cookbook

Summary

Inspired by Nikos and Andreas' Greek culinary heritage and their love of fresh ingredients, OPSO restaurant opened in the heart of Marylebone in 2014 with a mission to elevate modern Greek food and introduce Londoners to fine Greek dining.

With over 80 recipes, including all of OPSO's signature Greek dishes, seasonal specials and Greek kitchen favourites from their OPSO at Home menu, there are delicious Modern Greek recipes for every meal and occasion.

Opening with the Greek Larder, celebrating small plates and Greece's famous sharing food culture and generous hospitality, there are chapters on Salads, Vegetable dishes, Meat Feasts, Seafood (raw, cured and to share), Barbecues including Souvlakia, Brunches, Breads, Pastries, Deserts and Sweet Treats. Including simple but delicious recipes for Spanakopita with lemon yoghurt dip, to Baby beetroot salad with Skordalia and blackberries to elevated restaurant favourites Lamb shank with mushrooms trahanas, their signature marinated and slow roasted Octopus stifado and a unique and delicious Greek take on Coffee tiramisu profiteroles!

With stunning photography from the restaurant, showcasing the finest fresh ingredients and beautifully modern food styling, this will be a well used and loved addition to all cooks' bookshelves.

About the authors

Nikos Roussos

Nikos Roussos moved to London from his hometown of Athens in 2014 after earning two Michelin stars for his first restaurant, Funky Gourmet. He is the co-founder behind OPSO and Kima in Marylebone, INO in Soho and PittaBun in Camden.
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Andreas Labridis

Andreas Labridis is a former investment banker turned CEO of the Modern Greek Food Group. He is the co-founder behind OPSO and Kima in Marylebone, INO in Soho and PittaBun in Camden.
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