Grapes

Glyko stafyli or grape preserve are candied grapes in syrup. It is a quick and easy confection to make. You can serve it as it is or used it in other desserts.

Sykotakia  me Lahanika (pr. see-koh-TAH-khia meh Lah-chah-knee-KHA) are Greek braised chicken livers with vegetables.  This dish is not only easy to make but also very nutritious.

Poached fruit, especially grapes, become delicately ambrosial when poached in a sweet, Cypriot wine called Commandaria.  They are perfect on puddings, with Greek yogurt or even in salads.