My Big Fresh Greek Flavors

Classic and innovative recipes from a talented chef with a proud Greek heritage.

"All my food has to pass the blindfolded-mom test," says Michael Psilakis, chef and owner of Onera and Dona in Manhattan. "If she won't eat it, it won't go on the menu." Psilakis, who grew up on his mother's excellent Greek cooking, uses those taste memories to create both classic and innovative dishes at his restaurants. Here, his best fast recipes.

Published May 2006