COOK'S INSTINCT by @anthonyshock

COOK'S INSTINCT by @anthonyshock

Greek Sesame Bread (Κουλούρι Θεσσαλονίκης)

These crusty bread rings from Greece are gilded in golden sesame seeds, perfect served with fresh cheese and honey or served alongside Greek soup dishes.

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Anthony O'Shaughnessy
Jul 24, 2026
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One of Greece’s oldest breads, these seed-encurusted hoops offer a delicious bite and a satisfying sesame flavour. ‘Kolouri’ is a famous product of Greece’s second city, Thessaloniki, but they have a long history dating back to the Byzantine empire. Ring-shaped breads aren’t unusual in the East Mediterranean, but these offer a wonderful addition to a sunny breakfast or served alongside Greek stews and salads. They’re irresistible dipped in honey and eaten with nice feta cheese. Let’s go!

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