Kourabies – Greek shortbread Greek Coffee almond cookies

Greek coffee with its particular aroma and slightly acidic taste, offers an interesting twist and makes it an ideal accompaniment to coffee, tea or an alcoholic drink.

ORIGIN

It is most likely that the word “kourabies” [kuru for dry and biye for biscuit] originates from Turkey and made its way into the Greek language during the period of the Ottoman rule.

“Kourabies” is a Greek treat that has always sweetened and adorned every festive occasion, taking up a special place at the Christmas table. As a symbol of Greek hospitality, it is also customary to welcome guests into your home by offering them a “kourabies”.

Ιn the past, women would often take part in a silent, unspoken competition in an effort to present the tastiest recipe. This explains the countless number of different versions that can be found today.

Petit Grecs have followed a family recipe based on the most famous and widespread one, that of Kavala in north-eastern Greece.
Kavala’s unique character and spectacular location, built amphitheatrically on the slopes of the Symvolo mountain range, make it one of the most picturesque cities in the country, and a bustling harbour that unites the East with the West, Europe with Asia.
Its cultural and gastronomic identity has always been highly praised. The region’s fascinating and diverse cuisine has been enriched with elements introduced by Greeks arriving in the area from Pontus (the Black Sea), Asia Minor and Cappadocia.

Ιngredients: Wheat flour (contains gluten), butter (contains milk), almonds 15%, castor sugar, baking powder [corn starch, sodium bicarbonate, t     risodium diphosphate], Greek coffee.

Μay contain traces of allergens such as: eggs, peanuts, walnuts, cashews, soy and sesame.