Greek Out: Sunny Vibes, High-Energy Mediterranean Flavor

Eat the Mediterranean way with these 120 sun-kissed dishes that taste as good as they make you feel.

"If you’re looking for a modern Greek food bible, this is it.” —Alex Snodgrass, Creator of The Defined Dish and New York Times Bestselling Author

Everything tastes better in Greek! For millions of fans worldwide, Maria Koutsogiannis (@foodbymaria) is the ambassador for everything that is tasty and Greek. In her much anticipated first cookbook, Greek Out, she debuts insanely delicious and nourishing recipes, viral fan favorites, and vivid stories straight from her Greek family and life.

Through more than 120 fresh and inviting Mediterranean dishes, home cooks can tap into that special something that makes Greek food so Greek—whether it’s chicken marinated with loads of oregano and garlic (and roasted upright gyros-style), a pita stuffed to the max with spinach, stringy cheese, and artichokes; or honey drizzled over phyllo, kebabs, donuts, and anything else you can think of.

Maria’s high-energy and healthful cooking style is rooted in Mediterranean tradition but not bound by it, her recipes often riffing on Greek classics like meatballs served over whipped feta, charred halibut and halloumi skewers with dates and figs, and a towering baklava ice cream cake that is definitely “worth it". Highlighting culinary traditions that have sustained Greeks for generations, Maria draws inspiration from the healthy, fresh staples of her Greek family’s kitchen (greens! beans! olive oil!) and shows how simple, everyday ingredients can create comforting, good-for-you meals that bring you right to the Aegean blue zones of the Mediterranean.

Shot on location in Greece to capture the essence of a sun-and-sea life, the stunning photographs and Maria’s practical meal-prep tips, mix-and-match strategies, and joyous energy are not only fun and inspiriting—they make it easy to cook generously, gather often, and feel empowered to do more with less. It’s time to get your Greek on!

I’m Maria Koutsogiannia, your Greek Food Bestie aka Greek Mommy behind FoodByMaria, where I create delicious food inspired by my Greek heritage and Mediterranean roots.

If you’ve found yourself on this not-so-little-anymore corner of the internet, it’s likely because you have a profound love for All Things Greek or maybe just because you’re an avid follower, cheerleader, or lover of my raw and authentic approach to life.

As someone who was born and raised on the shores of the Mediterranean and has spent years cooking and writing about it, I know the real thing when I taste it. Maria Koutsogiannis’s Greek Out is the real thing. Her food has the kind of soul that could only come from a woman who has olive oil in her veins and a yiayia who taught her that food is love.”―Suzy Karadsheh, cookbook author and founder of The Mediterranean Dish

“Greek Out by Maria is pure joy. Her heritage, heart, and love of Greek cooking shine on every page, with stunning photography that transports you straight to Greece. These recipes are both inspiring and deeply craveable—if you’re looking for a modern Greek food bible, this is it.” ―Alex Snodgrass, cookbook author and creator of The Defined Dish

“Can Maria be my Greek mommy now? Every page of her gorgeous book brims over with humor, personality, love, and lessons for how to live the ultimate Greek kitchen life.”―Adeena Sussman, author of the cookbooks Zariz, Shabbat, and Sababa

“In her debut cookbook, Maria proves that she has a true gift for creating recipes that transport you straight to the heart of Greece. Her versatile, flavor-packed dishes are as addictive as they are inspiring, and the gorgeous photos will make you excited to cook from it again and again.”―Monique Volz, author of The Ambitious Kitchen Cookbook and founder of Ambitious Kitchen

"Maria has already taught me so much about Greek cooking—and Greek Out feels like getting all of her best, most-loved recipes in one very beautiful place. It’s equal parts approachable and impressive, with the kind of unfussy, fresh ingredients that let the flavors really shine. Every page makes you want to drop everything, grab a bottle of olive oil, and start cooking. This one’s a total keeper.”―Rachael DeVaux, RD, author of The High-Protein Plate and Rachael's Good Eats

“The stunningly beautiful pages of Greek Out are like a dream vacation to Greece expertly led by your Greek mommy, Maria Koutsogiannis. She holds your hand while taking you on a tour of her favorite recipes, each one more delicious than the last, all while telling stories of her heritage and family. Excuse me while I apply more sunscreen, as I never want to leave…” ―Dan Pelosi, author of Let’s Eat and Let’s Party

"Like a lively Sirtaki dance with fancy footwork, Maria's work jumps off the pages of Greek Out! It's alive and vibrant and original, but more than anything, it's FUN! I especially loved the recipes that speak to our shared Greek-American soul, rooted in tradition but also new (her spicy feta stuffed shells will be my next dinner party dish!). Maria has created cutting-edge comfort food that happens to be Greek!"―Diane Kochilas, host of "My Greek Table" on PBS and Greek and Mediterranean cookbook author