Local Greek Market Celebrates Greek Lenten Traditions

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West Roxbury, MA — As the season of Lent begins for millions observing Orthodox Christian traditions, Greek International Food Market in West Roxbury is welcoming the community to explore the rich flavors and centuries-old traditions of Greek Lenten cuisine. Owner Katerina Iliades, whose family has served the Boston Greek community for decades, says many of the foods enjoyed during Lent reflect long-standing Greek culinary traditions. “Lent is a forty-day season leading up to Easter when many families embrace traditional fasting foods rooted in the Mediterranean diet,” says Iliades. “The dishes enjoyed during this time — from beans and vegetables to seafood and olive oil — have been part of Greek culinary traditions for centuries.” During the Lenten season, many Christians avoid meat and dairy, turning instead to a vibrant variety of Mediterranean dishes that are naturally plant-based and deeply rooted in Greek culinary tradition. At Greek International Food Market, customers can enjoy a wide selection of traditional homemade Lenten meals including: Okra in tomato sauce Greek string beans (fasolakia) Stuffed grape leaves (dolmades) Giant beans baked in tomato sauce (gigantes) Bean salads and Mediterranean vegetable dishes The market also carries a large variety of Lenten pantry staples and imported Greek products, including vegan Greek pies, Mediterranean vegetables, canned and dried beans, and an extensive olive bar featuring a wide selection of Greek olives. Seasonal Lenten specialties available at the market also include fresh-baked lagana bread, traditionally enjoyed on Clean Monday, along with beloved Greek sweets such as halva, loukoumia (Greek delights), and moustokouloura. periods. For more than 16 years, Greek International Food Market has served as a destination for authentic Greek foods, imported products and homemade Mediterranean specialties in the Boston area. “We love sharing these traditions with our community,” says Iliades.

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Photo Credit: Google MapsRobert Johnson, an African American studies professor at UMass Boston, feels like he was the victim of racial profiling, after a Jamaica Plain liquor store wrongly accused him of stealing 20 bottles of cognac.Three weeks back, the 66-year-old entered Blanchards on Centre Street to simple buy a bottle of Hennessey for his own personal enjoyment. He left the store as the suspect of a theft investigation.After re-watching security camera footage, employees at the store labeled Johnson as the man responsible for stealing from them back in March. They immediately informed police.The very next day, Johnson had an officer at his door. The officer flashed a picture taken from the store's surveillance cam and insisted it was of Johnson. Johnson pleaded his innocence."They targeted me because I was a black male," Johnson told <a href="http://boston.cbslocal.com/2015/08/06/boston-professor-humiliated-after-being-accused-of-theft/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WBZ News</a>.Blanchards did apologize for the mishap, telling <a href="http://baystatebanner.com/news/2015/aug/05/shopping-while-black/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bay State Banner</a> it was not a case of racial profiling.Johnson says he is "hurt" and "humiliated" by the whole ordeal. He's since filed a complaint with the city licensing board. According to WBZ News, Johnson is also considering a civil right lawsuit.

Robert Johnson, an African American studies professor at UMass Boston, feels like he was the victim of racial profiling, after a Jamaica Plain liquor store wrongly accused him of stealing 20 bottles of cognac.Three weeks back, the 66-year-old entered Blanchards on Centre Street to simple buy a bottle of Hennessey for his own personal enjoyment. He left the store as the suspect of a theft investigation.

After re-watching security camera footage, employees at the store labeled Johnson as the man responsible for stealing from them back in March. They immediately informed police.The very next day, Johnson had an officer at his door. The officer flashed a picture taken from the store’s surveillance cam and insisted it was of Johnson. Johnson pleaded his innocence.

“They targeted me because I was a black male,” Johnson told <a href="http://boston.cbslocal.com/2015/08/06/boston-professor-humiliated-after-being-accused-of-theft/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WBZ News</a>.Blanchards did apologize for the mishap, telling <a href="http://baystatebanner.com/news/2015/aug/05/shopping-while-black/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bay State Banner</a> it was not a case of racial profiling.

Johnson says he is “hurt” and “humiliated” by the whole ordeal. He’s since filed a complaint with the city licensing board. According to WBZ News, Johnson is also considering a civil right lawsuit.

Robert Johnson, 66, was accused of theft after purchasing cognac from a Jamaica Plain package store.