SmokinIllini
09-03-2014, 05:41 PM
I have the misfortune of spending way too much time in and around LAX. One of my go to spots in the vicinity is a dive named Aliki's that happens to serve up some of the best Greek food I've ever had. Don't let the outside -- or inside for that matter -- scare you. It's great. I promise. About a month ago I was there and my waiter turned out to be both the owner and an old classmate from Illinois. So now whenever I'm there Pete and I reminisce and, if I'm lucky, he offers me a free dessert. His Greek accent is as heavy now as it was then. Nearly incomprehensible. Small world.
This is my attempt to recreate Aliki's at home. Based on this recipe originally posted here: http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2993342&postcount=1
My change is to substitute two tablespoons of Dizzy Pig Mediterranean-ish for the oregano and salt. Served with a bit of fresh, homemade Tzatziki, this is the best Greek I've had in Northern VA. Until the next time I'm in LA (too soon, unfortunately), this will definitely do the job.
http://i1369.photobucket.com/albums/ag211/SmokinIllini/D2EC58A0-5A42-40E2-9AC0-226D58B786DF_zps31swzplp.jpg
This is my attempt to recreate Aliki's at home. Based on this recipe originally posted here: http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showpost.php?p=2993342&postcount=1
My change is to substitute two tablespoons of Dizzy Pig Mediterranean-ish for the oregano and salt. Served with a bit of fresh, homemade Tzatziki, this is the best Greek I've had in Northern VA. Until the next time I'm in LA (too soon, unfortunately), this will definitely do the job.
http://i1369.photobucket.com/albums/ag211/SmokinIllini/D2EC58A0-5A42-40E2-9AC0-226D58B786DF_zps31swzplp.jpg