My Greek Table with Diane Kochilas

Episode 1

Let Food be Thy Medicine

Thu, Oct 23, 2025

In the words of Hippocrates, "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." Diane embraces this philosophy, focusing on food as the foundation for health. The concept of Food as Medicine is gaining popularity, and we'll explore key Greek ingredients-like olive oil, herbs, nuts, and vegetables-that are seminal to good health. Diane also shares three simple, healthy recipes and chats with Dr. William Li, author of Eat to Beat Disease.

Episode 2

Changing the Geography of the Dinner Plate

Thu, Oct 30, 2025

Exploring the geography of the dinner plate by recreating classic Greek recipes for meat.

Episode 3

Greens Rule the Day

Thu, Nov 6, 2025

How to clean and cook greens for various dishes that are easy and accessible; fruit and vegetable garden; an elixir made from a pot of greens.

Episode 4

Plant Based in Ancient Greece

Thu, Nov 13, 2025

This episode is inspired by Pythagoras, the ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician. Diane, takes a deep dive into the principles of plant-based cooking. Scientists have created a body of work in the field of nutrition that aligns with many of the principles of the Pythagorean diet, which was one of the earliest forms of vegetarianism in Western civilization. She speaks with Professor John Wilkins about the foods and medicines of Ancient Greece.

Episode 5

Mushrooms for Our Minds...Not What You Think!

Thu, Nov 20, 2025

The health-promoting benefits of mushrooms; mushroom gyro; slow-cooked mushrooms and chickpeas.

Episode 6

Gut Feeling: Probiotics to Love

Thu, Nov 27, 2025

Probiotic cabbage and chicken stew; tarhana soup with spiced red pepper puree, Greek yogurt and olive oil; probiotic sandwich.

Episode 8

Comfort Grains

Thu, Dec 11, 2025

Episode 9

Delicious Abstention... From Greek Lenten Traditions to Intermittent Fasting

Thu, Dec 18, 2025