Let's open even on vacation: a trip between Greece and Mexico
Summer is just around the corner and there's no better way to celebrate it than with a appetizer From the flavor international!
This week, our AperiTiamo It takes you for a walk through the atmosphere of the Greece and the bright colors of the Mexico. A mix of Snacks fresh and cheerful, including Tzatziki and guacamole, for a fusion aperitif perfect to feel like you're already on vacation.
The protagonists of taste: Tzatziki and Guacamole
- Tzatziki Parma Is: fresh and creamy, based on Greek yogurt, cucumber and a touch of garlic. Perfect to accompany crispy vegetables or to spread on toasted pita bread.
- Guacamole Parma Is: a fragrant and velvety green sauce, based on avocado, ideal for nachos, tacos or as a cream for summer sandwiches.
... with a spoon of Tzatziki and Guacamole Parma IS, summer begins with a trip between Greece and Mexico... without leaving the table.
Fusion on the table: Greece and Mexico in a single aperitif
Greek appetizers:
- Mini pita with Tzatziki and dried tomatoes: small sandwiches with soft pita bread, filled with Tzatziki cream and dried tomato slices.
- Souvlaki finger food: Grilled vegetable skewers (peppers, zucchini, eggplant) served with Tzatziki sauce for dipping.
- Tzatziki rolls: cucumber rolls stuffed with Tzatziki, with fresh mint and black olives.
- Feta croquettes: fried bites served with Tzatziki sauce, for a crunchy and creamy touch.
Mexican appetizers:
- Tacos mignon with Guacamole: small tortillas filled with avocado cream, sweet chilli and cherry tomatoes.
- Nachos with Guacamole and Pico de Gallo: corn chips served with a double sauce, fresh and spicy.
- Mini burritos with grilled vegetables: tortilla rolls stuffed with peppers, onions and a touch of Guacamole.
- Quesadillas with cheese and Guacamole: small tortilla triangles stuffed with stringy cheese and served with avocado cream.
Game: 'Mix and Match Holidays'
To make the aperitif even more engaging, we offer a game inspired by the holiday theme.
How to play:
- Write on the cards different keywords related to Greece and Mexico (for example: 'Sirtaki', 'Mariachi', 'Acropolis', 'Tequila').
- Each guest draws a note and must mimic or represent the word without speaking.
- The others must guess the correct term, and those who get it right can choose a special snack prepared in limited quantities (such as the deluxe burrito or the stuffed pita).
- Variation: The player who can't guess can be 'punished' with a short Greek or Mexican dance!
Music and dance: Greece and Mexico meet
Create a playlist that alternates the engaging rhythms of both countries.
Here are a few suggestions:
Greece:
- Zorba's Dance — Mikis Theodorakis (listen now)
- Siko Chorepse Sirtaki — Various Artists (listen now)
- Tag Pedia Piraeus Tour — Melina Mercouri (listen now)
- Opa Opa — Antique (listen now)
Mexico:
- La Bamba — Ritchie Valens (listen now)
- El Mariachi — Silvester Dangond (listen now)
- Vivir Mi Vida — Marc Anthony (listen now)
- The Cockroach — Traditional (listen now)
Ideas for dancing:
- An impromptu mini-course by Sirtaki, with basic steps, to feel like in a Greek tavern.
- A moment of Mariachi Karaoke, singing together iconic songs with hat hats.
Holiday decorations: Greece and Mexico meet
To create the right atmosphere, mix elements of the two cultures:
- Blue and white striped tablecloths (Greek style) combined with cactus and colorful fabrics (Mexican style).
- White and blue ceramic plates for Greek food and terracotta bowls for Mexican snacks.
- Lanterns with scented candles and small table piñatas, as a centerpiece.
- Tricolor flags (white-blue for Greece and green-white-red for Mexico) to give an international touch.
... the aperitif turns into a party, where cultures meet and flavors merge in a single tasty embrace. Have a good trip!
