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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<a href="https://patch.com/massachusetts/westroxbury/three-alarm-fire-overnight-west-roxbury" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Boston Firefighters battled a three-alarm fire overnight in a home on Weld Street in West Roxbury.</a>The fire broke out just after 1:30 a.m. Thursday morning and quickly went to three alarms. Boston Fire says the home, located at 532 Weld St., was a two and a half story, wood frame, two-family house.<a href="https://twitter.com/bostonfire" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Boston Fire Department</a> said the cause of the 3 alarm fire was overloaded power strip on the front 2nd floor porch with portable heaters plugged in to it. Damage estimate is $400,000.The Red Cross is helping with two adults displaced by the fire. Boston Fire says the other five adults and one child living in the home have family/friends to stay with.There were no injuries reported.Photos: Boston Fire Department

<a href="https://patch.com/massachusetts/westroxbury/three-alarm-fire-overnight-west-roxbury" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Boston Firefighters battled a three-alarm fire overnight in a home on Weld Street in West Roxbury.</a>

The fire broke out just after 1:30 a.m. Thursday morning and quickly went to three alarms. Boston Fire says the home, located at 532 Weld St., was a two and a half story, wood frame, two-family house.<a href="https://twitter.com/bostonfire" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Boston Fire Department</a> said the cause of the 3 alarm fire was overloaded power strip on the front 2nd floor porch with portable heaters plugged in to it. Damage estimate is $400,000.

The Red Cross is helping with two adults displaced by the fire. Boston Fire says the other five adults and one child living in the home have family/friends to stay with.There were no injuries reported.

Photos: Boston Fire Department