Consider the underestimated grape leaf. Each year, grape vines are cut back, and turn brown and woody, then emerge vivaciously fresh with green shoots in the late spring. These vines grow aggressively ...

We sailed around the Cyclades in Greece a few summers ago, and while we felt that the cuisine on the islands became tedious after a while, there were a few things we never tired of: dolmas, ...

As I walked along a private road near where I live in Sebastopol, I saw a bunch of tender grape leaves on the other side of the fence. They glistened in the morning light, and I could see from their ...

Found in Greek taverns and as a mezze across the Middle East, dolma is a delightfully tangy start to a meal. When you see these dark green grape leaf wraps, you know you're in for a burst of flavor.

Grape leaves aren't a typical pantry item or farmer's market purchase for most Americans, which is a real shame. After all, these leaves -- which grow abundantly along vineyards and often end up as ...

These delicious dolmades are really fun to make and serve with dinner. I like to serve them with Tzatziki sauce. 1) In a large bowl, mix hamburger , rice, chopped onions, parsley, basil, dill and ...

Boiling the onions before stuffing them helps soften the layers, making them easier to separate and roll. The outer layers of the onions are also used as a base in the pot, preventing the dolma from ...

The cookbook author Diane Kochilas now sells grape leaves from Crete for dolmas and fish. By Florence Fabricant This year, Eastern Orthodox Easter comes on May 2. In a run-up to the celebration, there ...