Do you have a regular Christmas dinner menu on repetition but would like new additions and flavors on your festive table this year? Do you like traditional Greek food because Greek blood runs into your veins, or do you love so much Greek food?
Even better, wouldn’t it be great if someone just put together a time plan for Christmas Dinner and maybe a shopping list too? Well, guys, you are in luck because I've got just what you are looking for! Greek traditional Christmas Dinner.
Bold flavors, vibrant, and bright Greek traditional dishes rooted in the country’s history, with recipes handed down through generations. Tested over and over again. Sounds good, isn’t it? It will become even better. Because I have a vision for this Christmas that I want to share.
My Christmas eBook!
35 traditional Greek recipes for your Christmas festive table!
Imagine. Calm and serene, sipping Champagne in front of the fireplace and opening presents with your family in the living room. That’s you! Not a worn-out, bad-tempered covered with powdered sugar, stuck in the kitchen while everyone else is having fun together. No. Not this year.
Pulling off a perfect Christmas dinner is no small feat. From crafting a festive menu to ensuring the main dishes and sides are ready at the same time, and even planning a show-stopping dessert, it’s all about timing and preparation.
This year, I’ve put together a Christmas dinner game plan and a shopping list to help you navigate the season’s most celebratory feast like a seasoned host. Whether your gathering is big or intimate, this timeline will help you wow your guests and enjoy this magical holiday with ease and joy!
So, here we go!
Greek Christmas dinner menu
A successful dinner needs a clever menu. Lots of make-ahead elements and almost nothing to cook at the last minute.
These are all tried and trusted family recipes, which my family has been making for years and which never fail me.
Here it is…
Get your free Menu Printable HERE!
Traditional Spanakopita (spinach pie)
Unlike Western countries where they eat turkey, in Greece, the main Christmas dish is often pork. Many traditional pork Christmas recipes vary depending on the region. However, for this Christmas menu, I like a more modern version, so get ready for Pork loin stuffed with prunes lemon, and honey.
Greek Custard Pie (galaktoboureko)
Do you like this menu? I have prepared a free printable that will look amazing on your table. Download it from here!
Greek Christmas dinner time plan
You can download your dinner time plan here.
This Christmas Dinner Time Plan assumes you cook lunch for 6-8 and serve your Christmas dinner at 2 pm. If your party is larger or smaller or served later, you have to make a few adjustments.
If you are cooking for a bigger crowd, the main difference is that you will have to add more meat. I recommend about ½ pound (250g) per person.
Let's get organized, my friends.
Download your time plan here!
Christmas dinner shopping list
To go with the Christmas Dinner Time Plan, I have created a Christmas Dinner Shopping List which lists out all the ingredients you need to buy to make all the recipes on the Christmas Dinner Menu.
The quantities on my shopping list are for 6-8 people. If you are catering for a different number, just divide my quantities by 6 and times by the number you are catering for.
Bear in mind that you will need approximately 0.55 pound (250g) of pork per person but adjust if you want leftovers or your visitors are meat lovers! Otherwise, it is a decent quantity.
You may save time and energy using ready-made phyllo for spinach pie.
Printables
Click the links below to get printable versions of my Christmas Dinner Time Plan and Shopping List
- Greek Christmas Printable menu
- Greek Christmas Dinner Time Plan
- Greek Christmas Dinner Shopping List
My best wishes
The most important ingredient isn’t edible. It’s the joy, the love from the people surrounding the Christmas dinner. Sharing delicious food with your loved ones makes the day special and the food the greatest in the whole world!
Merry Christmas!
My Christmas eBook!
35 traditional Greek recipes for your Christmas festive table!
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