Gardens of Salonica
New Greek Cafe and Deli
Hours
Tues - Thu : 11am - 9am
Fri - Sat : 11am - 10pm
Sun - Mon : closed
The Gardens closes for all major holidays
Address
19 Fifth St NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413
tel (612) 378 - 0611
It means "stolen" because the "Kleftes" or guerrillas of the Greek War for Independence (1820's) "raided and confiscated" livestock from their enemies to feed their troops.
In order to escape detection by telltale smoke signaling their position, the Kleftes buried meat and vegetables in fire pits and covered them with dirt leaving them to cook in their own juices. At the Gardens we re-create this tradition by parceling braised lamb shoulder in parchment with eggplant, red bell peppers, fava beans, feta and fresh savory herbs. Then we bake the tied up packets until the flavors mingle into a singular dining experience you must not miss.
Served with oven roasted lemon potatoes.