Cookbook- Yassou The Simple, Seasonal Mediterranean Cooking of Greece by Shaily Lipa

Yassou The Simple, Seasonal Mediterranean Cooking of Greece by Shaily Lipa

A stunning celebration of Greek food, made simple for the modern home cook.

In Yassou, Shaily Lipa invites you to discover the soul of Greek cooking through 80 vibrant, fresh, and approachable recipes. With a deep respect for her Greek and Turkish roots and a love for wholesome Mediterranean ingredients, Shaily captures the warmth of home-style Greek cuisine with ease and flair.

From mezze platters perfect for entertaining to hearty one-pan meals and vibrant salads bursting with herbs and citrus, each recipe reflects the rhythms of the Mediterranean kitchen—seasonal, simple, and full of joy.

What You’ll Find Inside:  Fresh, seasonal recipes for every occasion, Classic dishes made easy for the modern cook. Creative updates on beloved Greek traditions

Every dish is photographed in stunning detail, bringing the flavours and textures of Greece to life on the page. The layout is simple and clean, with clear instructions that make traditional recipes feel fresh, fun, and totally doable—even on a weeknight.

About the Author – Shaily Lipa

Shaily Lipa is a beloved Israeli cookbook author, food editor, and television host with over a dozen bestselling cookbooks to her name. Of Greek and Turkish descent, she grew up in Tel Aviv steeped in Mediterranean culinary traditions passed down from her grandmother’s Greek kitchen.

Known for her warm, accessible approach to food and cooking, Shaily has brought her passion to TV audiences across Israel, including her hit shows At Home with Shaily and Super Shaily. Yassou marks her English-language debut—a love letter to Greek food, heritage, and the simplicity of seasonal home cooking.

Praise for Yassou

“Shaily captures the Greek classics with a fresh eye and recipes that are simple, robust, and healthy.”

— Diane Kochilas, award-winning cookbook author and host of My Greek Table

“As much a travelogue as it is a cookbook, Yassou will transport you to Shaily’s Greece with every recipe, photograph, and family story—and it’s a very delicious journey.”

— Adeena Sussman, bestselling author of Shabbat and Sababa

“Lipa’s wide range of filling appetizers, soups, mains, and more make this a necessary addition to any Mediterranean cookbook collection!”

— ★ Booklist (Starred Review)

From everyday meals to weekend feasts, Yassou is your gateway to the fresh, soulful, and effortless cooking of Greece—one shared plate at a time.

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Hardcover

304 Pages