Akis Petretzikis
Cookbook - Efkolaki- Easy Peasy (Greek Version) Singed by Akis Petretzikis
Signed Copy of Efkolaki - Easy Peasy (Greek Version) by Akis Petretzikis
120 recipes. A celebration of simple ingredients, effortless cooking and the pleasure of creating delicious homemade meals without the fuss.
Good food doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes, the most satisfying meals are those made with just a handful of ingredients, a little creativity and the confidence to keep things simple.
In Ευκολάκι (Easy Peasy), celebrated Greek chef Akis Petretzikis brings his signature enthusiasm and approachable cooking philosophy to the everyday kitchen, presenting 120 easy, practical and delicious recipes designed to make home cooking a pleasure rather than a chore.
Created for the realities of modern life, this beautifully presented cookbook proves that preparing fresh, flavourful meals doesn’t need to be time-consuming, expensive or intimidating. Whether you’re balancing a busy family schedule, cooking for one or simply looking for fresh inspiration, Akis offers clever solutions that make everyday cooking feel effortless.
Organised into eight categories, the collection explores everything from one-pot meals and recipes ready in just 15 minutes to dishes requiring only a few ingredients, recipes for beginners and sweet creations that don’t even require a mixer.
Beyond the recipes, Akis shares practical advice on getting started in the kitchen, organising your cooking routine and developing the confidence to prepare your own meals. His philosophy is refreshingly simple: everyone deserves to enjoy delicious homemade food, regardless of their experience, budget or available time.
Whether you’re a student discovering the independence of cooking for yourself, a busy professional searching for quick weeknight dinners, a parent looking for practical family meals or an enthusiastic home cook eager to try something new, Ευκολάκι offers inspiration for every day of the week.
Written entirely in Greek, Ευκολάκι is more than just a cookbook. It is an invitation to rediscover the joy of everyday cooking, embrace simplicity and prove that creating something wonderful in the kitchen can be easier than you ever imagined.
Personally signed by Akis Petretzikis, this special edition makes a wonderful addition to any cookbook collection and a thoughtful gift for students, young adults, busy families and anyone who appreciates the pleasure of good homemade food.
About the Author – Akis Petretzikis
Akis Petretzikis is one of Greece’s most celebrated and influential chefs, known for his approachable cooking style, infectious enthusiasm and passion for bringing Greek cuisine into homes around the world.
His journey into the culinary world was anything but conventional. Originally studying accounting, Akis soon discovered that his true passion belonged in the kitchen. His determination and natural talent led him to become the first-ever winner of MasterChef Greece, launching a remarkable career that would make him a household name.
Following his success, Akis continued developing his culinary expertise, including working as Head Chef at Michel Roux’s Avenue Bistro. He went on to establish himself as a leading figure in Greek food media, presenting numerous television cooking programmes, including the Greek adaptation of Ready Steady Cook.
Today, Akis is an accomplished cookbook author, entrepreneur and digital creator whose bilingual YouTube channel and online recipes have introduced millions of people to the joys of Greek cooking.
What makes Akis particularly loved is his ability to honour traditional Greek recipes while making them approachable for modern home cooks. His philosophy is simple: great food doesn’t need to be complicated. It should be generous, delicious and, above all, shared.
Through his cookbooks, Akis celebrates the recipes, memories and culinary heritage that make food so much more than just a meal.
