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Spend a Weekend in ! Experience the splendor of Greece without Yes, the are ever leaving Palm Desert. It’s the 15th Anni- throwing a party all versary Palm Desert Greek Festival, hosted by weekend long! Greek the community of St. George Greek Orthodox Music, Greek dancing! church, starting Friday, March 4th at 4:00 pm Greek Food & Drink! for our 1st ever, NITE and ending Live Greek music will Sunday night, March 6th at 9:00 pm. This is be performed by “The the one event not to miss this year! 3 Days in Greeks” a traditional, Greek Bouzouki Band performing from Greece, without the jet lag! noon until festival closing, both Saturday & Sunday. Award win- ning dancer troupes will present Greek Folk dancing demonstra- To begin your “Weekend in Greece” we invite tions and encourage you to grab a napkin and join the line! OPA! you to a “ Λίγο” pronounced Leego meaning a “ Little Bit” of Greece. Just EATS & DRINKS As you enter the Festival, you will be instantly transported from Friday from 4:00- Palm Desert to the allure of the simple 9:00 pm. Then expe- Greek countryside and the magic of the rience all the splen- New this year; Greek Isles. There are neither quaint, dor of Greece at our on Saturday & Sunday we’ve added Off Site coastal villages, nor the blue water of FULL Festival all day Saturday & Sun- parking and a Complimentary Shuttle the Aegean for your eyes to see. But, day 11:00-9:00pm. Try our signature from The Westfield Mall in Palm Desert as you walk about the festival, we’ll fill Greek style, Lamb Chops marinated you and your soul with the “LOVE of and grilled to perfection, served with to the Festival & back. Greek life. Greeks like no others, tend Greek seasoned fries; as always that Please, park behind Macy’s back Lot. to live life with greater zest and inten- famous Greek Chicken with sity in all their activities. They call it: lemon juice, oil and Greek ; piles of Gyros (thin- Kefi (“Ke-Fi” ) (n.,Greek) - Liveliness, intense LOVE of all that ly sliced lamb in a with a spicy yogurt sauce; is life. The expression of such a feeling “Ke-fi” is what you will cheese and Kalamata in a refreshing and back experience during the Palm Desert Greek Festival. again this year, Flaming ! A deliciously, unique dish made from Greek cheese set ablaze with Greek Brandy The Festival offers a full weekend celebra- ( continued on page 4 ) until the top is bubbly and browned. The fire is quenched with refreshing, tart lemon juice and served with a shout of “OPA!” & Colonel Steve N. Pisanos don’t forget that delicious ! Just like in the village. “The Flying Greek” Born in Athens, Greece, in the suburb In celebration of our 15th Anniversary, international performer of Kolonos, on 10 November 1919, Ariana Savalas the very talented & beautiful, daughter of the be- Spiros Nicholas “Steve” Pisanos, the loved, famous Greek American actor, Telly Savalas will be our son of a subway motorman, came guest, Celebrity Hostess. She will be on site to dazzle us with to America in April 1938, as a crew her charm, beauty & amazing voice. Ariana sings both in Greek member on a Greek Merchant ship. & English and comes to us LIVE before her upcoming appear- Arriving in Baltimore, Maryland and ance on the X-Factor Live from Greece; where she will be a guest unable to speak English, Steve found performer, for Simon Cowell’s newest show. The Savalas legend his way to New York City, where he continues… ( see Page 6) worked in bakeries and restaurants. As he earned money he started flying lessons at Floyd Bennett Field. In Au- gust 1940, he settled in Plainfield, New Jersey, his adopted home town, and continued flying lessons at West- field Airport. He earned a private pilot’s license and, although still a Greek national, in October 1941 he joined the British Royal Air Force sponsored by the Clayton Knight Committee in New York City. Steve began his military flight training at Polaris Flight Academy in Glendale, California. Upon graduation, Pilot Officer Pisanos was transferred to England where he completed RAF Officers Training School at Cosford, England and OTU (Operational Training Unit) at Old Sarum Aerodrome in Salisbury. Pilot Officer Pisanos was posted to the 268 Fighter Squadron at Snailwell Aerodrome in Newmarket flying P-51A’s. He later transferred to the 71 Eagle Squadron, one of three Eagle squadrons in the RAF, comprised of American volunteers flying Spitfires at Debden RAF Aerodrome. When the USAAF 4 Fighter Group absorbed the American members (Pisanos ~ continued on page 2 ) Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 2 of 16

“Ka-LOS EI-ltha-teh”! It’s a Greek word, which means: “It’s great to see you!” With this word comes the atmosphere of “philo-xeh-NI-a” - another Greek word, which means “treating a visitor as a friend” (“philos” = friend / “xeh-nos” = stranger). These are words that tie people together with a sense of community.

In truth, we do need each other. We at St. George Greek Orthodox Church are proud to offer to our Palm Desert neighbors, as well as to the citizens of the greater Coachella Valley, the opportunity to enjoy a taste of Greece. A “taste” of Greece not only includes the delicious , but also the music and life-style of the Greek people, whose Orthodox Christian Faith; ancient philosophy and rich tradi- tions all add up to a sincere appreciation of other people and of life itself.

You can see, then, that the greeting, “Ka-LOS EI-ltha-teh” is much more than a simple “welcome”. It is an overwhelmingly glad welcome and an expression of appreciation for individuals and for all people from everywhere throughout the world, knowing that everyone has much to give to others, which makes us all mem- bers of a community. As such, it is an honor for all of us today to enjoy life together.

Wishing you all the blessings of our God and Savior, Jesus Christ,

I remain, Yours in His Service.

Fr. Theodore Pantels, Parish Priest

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Call 760-568-9901 for information www.saintgeorgegreekorthodoxchurch.org ( Pisanos~ continued from page 1 ) of the Eagle Squadrons in September and October 1942, Pilot Officer Pisanos was commissioned a lieuten- ant in the U.S. Army Air Forces. On 3 May 1943, Lt. Pisanos was naturalized as an American citizen in London, England, becoming the first individual in American history to be naturalized outside the Continental United States. Flying his first mission in his P-47 “Miss Plainfield” out of Debden Aerodrome with the 334 Fighter Squadron, 4 Fighter Group, Lt. Pisanos, “The Flying Greek,” scored his first victory on 21 May 1943, when he downed a German FW-190 over Ghent, Belgium. By 1 January 1944 he had become an ace with five confirmed victories. On 5 March 1944, he obtained his 10 victory and while returning from that B-17 escort the mis- sion to Limoges and Bordeaux, France , Steve experienced engine failure in his P-51B and crash-landed south of Le Havre. For six months he evaded the Germans and worked with the French Resistance and the American OSS sabotaging the German war machine in occupied France. Lt. Pisanos returned to England on 2 September 1944, following the liberation of Paris. Upon returning to the United States, Captain Pisanos was assigned to the Flight Test Division at Wright Field, Ohio. He attended the USAF Test Pilot School and subsequently served as a test pilot at Wright Field and Muroc Lake, California, testing the YP-80 jet air- craft. During his career in the USAF, Steve graduated from the University of Maryland, attended the Air Command and Staff College and the Air War College. In December 1973, after a distinguished thirty years of service in the United States Air Force, he retired with the rank of Colonel.

Col. Steve Pisanos is a proud member of our AHEPA Chapter 528 and hopes to be in attendence at the Festival this year . Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 3 of 16 Dear Friends and Guests, of all ages and walks of life. On behalf of our community, a Each year St. George Greek Orthodox Church of the Des- heartfelt thanks for your continued patronage! ert sponsors the Palm Desert Greek Festival. This year we At this time we extend our thanks to all our sponsors and ad- are especially privileged and delighted to celebrate the 15th vertisers for their continued and generous support. We also Anniversary of the Festival. We are thrilled to welcome our thank the vendors who participate in our festival, adding a Special Guest Hostess Ariana Savalas, an actress and sing- variety to our “Taste of Greece” experience. er, she is the daughter of the famous Greek-American actor, While many of our volunteers are parishioners of St. George, “Telly Savalas”. The “Savalas” legend continues… we gladly accept the help from our many friends and neigh- While adhering to high standards of quality in all aspects, bors; and Parishioners from other Greek Orthodox Church- the Palm Desert Greek Festival’s goal is to provide a pleasur- es to assist us in the preparation and promotion of our Fes- able experience by sharing traditional foods; music; danc- tival. Their efforts and enthusiasm are greatly appreciated. ing; art; culture and heritage, and activities for the kids. The A special thank you goes out to the ladies that worked tire- Palm Desert Greek Festival is not only a celebration for our lessly to bring you the best handmade examples of our Greek community within itself, but also it is a vital opportunity to cuisine reach out to our neighborhood and in general the Coach- In closing, please eat, drink, dance and enjoy your ella Valley community which also includes sharing our faith “Weekend in Greece!” OPA! through our church tours and lectures. Our community Nick M. Krespis strives to create a friendly, family environment for its guests 2011 Greek Festival Chairman

Aladdin Deli & Market 15 years of Authentic success for the The one stop for International Foods Greek Festival! & Mediterranean Groceries many to Come! Greek Specialties, Gyros meat, Grape Leaves, Pita, Kalamata Olives, , Extra Virgin Olive oils, Nick Krespis and famous Greek & Bulgarian Feta, featuring and Family name like, Krinos, Bravo, & Orlando and more. Imported Groceries, Coffee, ethnic Herbs & spices, Fine Teas, , String cheese, Best wishes Chocolates, Hookha’s, Falafel, & fresh produce. Mediterranean appetizers, Assorted sandwiches for a successful & Fresh made hummus. IN RAMON PLAZA Festival! 68-100 Ramon Rd. Suite# A-5 Cathedral City, Ca 92234 The Argyros Or Call (760) 328.1159 Eat Greek to Prevent Dementia, Diabetes & Heart Disease Family You could slash your risk of Alzheimer's by 60 percent (yes, 60 percent!) with just two healthy George & Stacy habits: Eat like a Greek, and go for a walk. Katherine & Matt A large, 5-year study showed that the people in their 70s who were the Elena & Roula most active and adhered the best to a Mediterranean-style diet were 61–67 percent less likely to develop Alzheimer's disease compared with the least active and least Mediterranean-minded of the group. Why a Walk Helps First, let's look at the walking part of the equation. The most active in the study group got about an hour and a half of exercise weekly. That's just a few 30-minute walks a week -- a pretty manageable commitment. Better yet, aim to walk 30 minutes every day. Here's more on why doing that much will help maintain your memory and then some. Mediterranean Magic Now, let's look at the Greek diet. People with the lowest dementia risk ate the highest amounts of fruit, veggies, legumes, and fish, but less meat and dairy products. Monounsaturated fats, like , also accounted for more of their fat intake than saturated fats. All very typical ratios in a Mediter- ranean-style diet that doctors and health experts alike recommend for all sorts of reasons. These nutrient-dense, healthy-fat-focused foods could help protect brains against disease and cognitive decline and help protect the body from lots of other bad things, too. We know that hearts "heart" a Mediterranean-style diet. But here's big news: so does your blood sugar. Yep. Mediterranean fare, such as Greek Food-- rich in olive oil, vegetables, fruit, nuts, cereals, legumes, and fish -- may reduce your risk of develop- ing diabetes. And not just a little. Big-Time Benefit against Diabetes In a recent 4-year Spanish study, people who strictly followed a Mediterranean-style diet lowered their odds of developing diabetes by a whopping 83 percent! And the protection was there even in people with diabetes risk factors, such as a family history of the disease, high blood pressure, older age, higher body mass index, and a history of smoking. It's not clear why, but it seems that Mediterranean-type foods somehow thwart insulin resistance and inflammation. All very, good news for your blood sugar. Eating a low-fat diet -- and eating healthful unsaturated fats when you do eat fat -- can make your RealAge as much as 6 years younger. And that’s the “OPA” effect. Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 4 of 16 Say it in Greek Hurray = OPA! Hello = Kalimera bye, cheers(single)=Yassou bye, cheers(plural)=Yassas please = parakalo thanks = Efkaristo Not = zen good evening = Kalispera good night = Kalinicta yes : nai In memory of no : ochi (“ch” like ich) 1 taxi = ena taxi our loved ones the park = to parko water = to nero Polly and Bob a drink = to poto what drink? = ti poto the home = to spiti Become Greek for a day.. the fish = to psari the heat = i zesti Enjoy the Greek Festival what a heat! = ti zesti! Sing..Dance..eat from 11AM to 9PM the cold = to krio & you’ll go home a Greek with = mé the mother = i mana JJ & Tasia Richards the father = o pateras the brother= o adelfos the sister = i adelfi good = kala Best wishes to St. George Orthodox Church very = poli for a successful 2011 Greek Festival! ( continued from page 1 ) tion of AGAPE (Love) for very good = poli kala everything Greek. Featuring, our authentic, home- quick = gligora made Greek foods, including plenty of “mezedes” the market = i agora DIXSON (appetizers),Greek pastries, traditional folk dancing, live the car = to afto-kinito Greek Music, shopping, a Kidz zone, church tours with the sea = i talassa Heavy Equipment Hauling & Repair byzantine art and much, much more! because = yati Phone (760) 832-3037 free = elefsero Come join us for a “Weekend in Greece”. Stroll our the train = to tréno church grounds, soak in all the wafting aromas, sights in train! = me to tréno and bouzouki sounds. Drop by, visit the Kouzina and see what’s cooking! Need a breather? Sit under the the kid = to pézi palm trees, blue skies, desert sunshine and enjoy the mountain scenery & live music, while sipping on a the friend = o filos Cool Frappe. The ever, popular Athenian Greek Iced coffee, drink. It’s rich enough to keep you up danc- ing for 2 days. OPA! the bus = to léoforio the hotel = to zénodokio Don’t worry about the weather, like last year the Festival is now fully tented, and we’ll be dancing, drink- the restaurant= to estiatorio ing & eating, Rain or Shine. Hungry? Stop at the Taverna Courtyard Grill area and have a world famous the village = to horio , or some imported Loukanico, Greek seasoned sausage. But, save room for the new ALA CARTE the island = ta nissia Menu, or the incredible, Lamb chops with Greek seasoned Fries and those mouth-watering, Greek pas- the beach = paralia tries. Are you falling in LOVE yet? the suitcase = i valitsa the bank = i trapeza Cap off your evening in Greece with a taste of (licorice liquor) or a refreshing Mojito and the door = i porta fresh, hot Loukoumathes, (puffs of hot pastry ) drenched in & sugar. the ticket = to izitirio Walk around between courses and check out the Greek Agora (marketplace) expand- ed with over 25 unique, vendor Kiosks that are brimming with souvenirs, imported olives, oils, spices and treats. The fine jewelry, art and religious items are well worth a visit too! Their works are original and the values are as exceptional as any found in a small, romantic Greek village.

New this year; on Saturday & Sunday we’ve added Off Site parking and a Complimen- tary Shuttle from The Westfield Mall in Palm Desert to the Festival & back. Please, park behind Macy’s back Lot. New this year; on Saturday & Sunday we’ve added Off Site parking and a Complimentary Shuttle from The Westfield Mall in Palm Desert to the Festival & back. Please, park behind Macy’s back Lot.

Your weekend in Greece starts Friday nite from 4:00pm – 9:00pm & Saturday and Sunday at 11:00 am. The Kefi’ will keep going ‘til 9:00 pm both days! St. George Greek Orthodox Church is the venue for the festivities located at 74-109 Larrea Street,Palm Desert. Just off El Paseo, behind the Wells Fargo Bank where Lantana meets Larrea. Look for the island style, domed, white church, sky high balloons and Greek Flags waving to welcome you.

Admission is just $3 per adult, free to active Military w/ID and children under 12. For further info, call 760-568-9901 or, www.palmdesertgreekfest.org. We’re on FaceBook & Twitter, too. Kalos Orisate! Welcome! Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 5 of 16 Bittersweet Chocolate Date Nut Baklava Baklava has gone wild! One of our favorite catering deserts of all times. This combination of bittersweet chocolate with the dates, cinnamon, and walnuts is utterly delicious. The flavors are so rich I serve it alone with a cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of or shot glass of Ouzo. Makes : 3o ( 2 1/2″ square pieces) Use a sheet pan for this recipe. Cut recipe in half for a 1/2 sheet pan. Syrup: Chocolate Filling: 2 cups sugar 6 cups walnuts 1 cup water 12 ozs. bittersweet chocolate, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves coarsely chopped 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger 2 cups pitted dates 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 4 tablespoons sugar Place the ingredients in a small saucepan 2 tablespoons cinnamon About 2 minutes. 2 eggs, slightly beate and boil until sugar is dissolved. 2 sticks melted butter for the phyllo Remove from heat and let cool. 1 box of pyhllo dough, thawed Make the syrup and let cool. Set aside & make the Chocolate filing. Place the walnuts, chopped chocolate, dates, sugar and cinnamon in a food processor and pulse on/off until nut mixture is coarsely chopped. Transfer to a medium bowl and add the eggs. Mix well. Butter the sheet pan. Place 1/2 pound of the phyllo sheets on the bottom. (about 14 sheets) one by one, buttering each layer separately. Add the chocolate-nut mixture. Then add remaining phyllo, buttering each layer. Cut into 2 1/2 ” (or any size you would like), squares or so. Can be cut in diagonals, or diamonds too. Bake for 45 minutes at 350 degree oven. Pour syrup over the baklava immediately. Let the baklava cool and serve. Note: This can be ahead of time. Freeze before cooking, add syrup after baking. I buy my chocolate bar at Trader Joes. Any phyllo will work however, I am now using the organic phyllo from The Fillo Factory http://www.fillofactory.com/index.htm Original recipe from 1991 article in Bon-Appétit. © 2011, California Greek Girl. All rights reserved.

GREEK EXPRESSIONS OF LOVE I love you: S'agapo Do you love me?: M' agapas? I miss you: Mou leipeis Kalos Orisete, Welcome. I adore you: Se latrevo I want you : Se the-lo My life: Zoi Mou The Palm Desert as well as the Coachella Valley communities are welcome to stop by our I adore you: Se latrevo “home” and enjoy a “Weekend in Greece.” My love: Agapi mou I need you: Se hriazome On Friday, March 4, 2011, St. George Greek Orthodox Church of the Desert will host the 15th I love you very much! - S'agapo para poli! I want you! - Se 8elo (thelo)! Annual Palm Desert Festival. This year we have added more vendors for your shopping adven- Love is Life!: i agapi ine zoi. ture. We have added additional tenting for shade and the comfort of those standing in lines. We My love! - Agapi mou! now have ala carte food service rather than a dinner line as in the past. To eliminate the hassle My baby! - Moro mou! of finding a parking space and the long walk to the festival, there will be complimentary shuttle My beautiful! - Omorfia mou! My heart! - Kardia mou! busses from the nearby, Palm DesertWestfield Mall, behind Macy's rear lot, to the festival My soul! - Psihi mou! grounds and back. My eyes! - Matia mou! My star: Aste'ri mou What hasn’t changed is the spirit and enthusiastic love experienced at our festivals, the aroma You are perfect: Ise telios I desire you: Se potho of Greek cooking and sounds of Greek music permiates the neighborhood. There is nothing like You are the one and only: dancing, eating, drinking fine and of course, a glass or two of Ouzo to set the mood for a ise o enas ke monadikos festive evening, living Greek. You are beautiful: Ise omorfi I like you: M’ areseis Kiss me: Fillise me Come early, stay late, enjoy the day with good friends and neighbors. Bring the kiddies and turn My treasure: Thisavre mou: them loose at the Kid’s Korner. This year we are extremely proud to present the International You're my breath: Anasa mou: Celebrity, Ariana Savalas as our host for the festival. She will dazzle the young and not so young Star of my life: Asteri tis zois mou with her beautiful voice. My small love: Agapoula mou: I love you like a child: S'agapo san paidi I'm constantly thinking of you: Dance to live Greek music! Enjoy mouth watering Greek Cuisine. Se skeftomai sinehia Away from you I cant exist: Jim Peterson Ho'ria sou den ypa'rho You’re the best thing that’s happened to me: Parish Council President I'se o'ti kali'tero mou e'hi simvi' Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 6 of 16

In celebration of our 15th Anniversary year, Acclaimed vocalist-actress-composer-dancer, & performer Ariana Savalas the very talented & beautiful, daughter of the famous Greek-American actor, Telly Savalas will be our guest, Ce- lebrity Host. She will be on site to dazzle us with her charm, Bills beauty & amazing sultry voice. Ariana sings both in Greek Hairstyling & Barber shop & English and comes to us live before her upcoming perfor- 73282 Hwy 111 mance on the X-Factor LIVE from Greece; where she will be Suite 106 a guest performer, for Simon Cowell’s newest show. 760.340.6855 Ariana Savalas; continuing in the show biz tradition of her Best wishes on a succesful Festival! famous father is constantly entertained by the fascinating Nicholas stories about her famous father, legendary film, television & Anna Kyriacou actor and Academy Award nominated Telly Savalas. The man known to a generation of TV viewers simply as “Kojak”. Her memories, coupled with the many recollections of her father’s friends, reflected that Telly was the consum- St. Raphael mate “Greek” gentleman who loved life and all it had to offer. He had strong “Kefi!” Antiochan Church Ariana may be only 24, but she’s a seasoned recording artist and vivacious live perform- Many blessings to er. “I’m a very old fashioned person and love the romantic tenderness and innocence of that bygone musical era,” says Ariana. She continues, “It’s some of the sexiest music our sister Church ever recorded, and my voice just gravitates naturally to these songs. When you think about their history, how many greats have sung them, it’s a true privilege to carry on in that tradition.”

Ariana’s keen ability to bring a new youth back to the old standards truly sets her apart from any artist her age on today’s contemporary music scene. “I feel like I have been given an amazing opportunity to bring this timeless music to a younger audience,” she says. “It’s a way to keep the music alive so that the current gen- eration can better understand ‘the greatest generation’ that my dad, Telly had the good fortune in which to grow up.”

Ariana’s was discovered at 16, by STARTRAX, a European recording company while vacationing with her family in Austria. She recorded a song for fun at a mobile karaoke station. It was brought to the attention of renowned European producer Jack White (Laura Branigan’s Gloria & Solitaire). She recorded a single for them, followed by an EP that the top Austrian pop radio stations promoted Ariana extensively. She performed Supplier in Europe to crowds of fans and was featured on all of the top Austrian television en- of festival tertainment shows with audiences totaling more than five million viewers. After tour- shirts ing Europe, Ariana was accepted by the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London to study Shakespearean acting. After returning home to L.A. she auditioned and won the title role of Miriam Shafer in the feature film “Miriam”, a true story of a Lithuanian Holocaust survivor. Her latest film was Akrasia by Polish director Xavier Tatarkiewicz. We wish you a continued success in Ariana also recently guest-starred on the hit CBS television drama, Criminal Minds.

providing a touch of Ariana is a true Savalas. She comes to the Palm Desert Greek Festival for the benefit Greek cuisine and culture of the Church, her heritage & her father’s legacy. Although not a member of St George, to the Desert Telly Savalas did occasionally attend services back in the day of the little house church while staying in the desert. “I love singing Greek,” she says. “Being Greek is something The Ladies Philptochos Society that I’m so proud of and I want to make our people proud and do right by my heritage. of St. George Church, Palm Desert So I will most certainly be including Greek music into my repertoire much more—songs like Agape Me and Se’ Agapo—they’re really timeless music. Even if you don’t speak a lick of Greek you still understand how beautiful The “art” of real estate they are.” BUYING - SELLING-EXCHANGING Ariana will be accompanied by our own local, desert favorite Art Koupas Kevin Henry, acclaimed musician, performer and owner of the Broker / Realtor newly remoldeled “Nest” Bistro in Indian Wells along with his cell 760.399.6631 Direct line beautiful wife, the iconic Dodi. Be sure to catch an amazing 760.862.2989 fax 760.862.1053 performance with Ariana & Kevin Sunday afternoon to top off your “Weekend in Greece”. OPA! Congradulations Valley Independent Printing George Tcharos on a successful 15th Festival! If You Can Think It, We Can Ink It! Meat supplier Territory Sales Manager 56445 29 Palms Hwy Yucca Val- for festival! 760.408.1130 Cell Vern & Paula Kozlen ley, CA 92284 (760) 365-6967 www.vipprintandcopy.com white apron Nick Kaperonis and Family professional quality meats since 1951 wishes for another 714.255.8560 Tel Order Desk Ext 3 Great Festival! Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 7 of 16

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WE”VE GOT DANCE!

Introducing “Parnassos” the Palm Desert Greek Folk Dance – Youth Group We’re proud & excited to announce the recent formation of a Greek Folk Dance program for youth, ages 6-18. The mission of the Dance group is to offer an educational program devoted to learning and perfecting historical Greek Folk dance. There are over 200 different styles of Greek Folk Dance representing the various regions of Greece. The group is being professionally instructed by Tina Theophilos, Dance Director. Her challenge is assuring that all the dances are authentic in every detail from authentic regional costumes to the traditional music of the centuries. The Palm Desert Greek Folk dancers function in association with the St George Greek Orthodox church of Palm Desert and are in practice to compete at the annual FDF, a regional Folk Dance Festival next Spring, 2012. Currently, over 1000 youth compete at FDF and over 10,000 participants at- tend. Stop by the Dance Team Frappe Booth located in the Hercules Kidz Zone for an iced Cold Nescafe Frappe and support the dance group in their fundraising efforts for costumes from Greece.

We thank you fro your support.

Disclaimer:Greek bouzouki is intended for ultimate musical pleasure, and not for the faint of bouzouki heart. Bouzouki scales, bouzouki smoke, bouzouki energy, ouzo, feta, tzatziki, skiladika and the bouzouki instrument itself, in combination, have been known to cause manic bouzouki obsessive behavior. Please treat the bouzouki with the respect it deserves. 2011 Greek Festival Specials 2011 Honda Civic LX SD 2011 Honda Accord LX 4SD MSRP $19,305 Model# FA1F5BEW MSRP $22,730 Model # CP2F3BEW Greek Festival Special $16,995* Greek Festival Special $19,995*

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www.UnicarsHonda.com (760)345‐7555 *All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any finance charge, any dealer document preparation charge. Offer expires 3‐31‐2011 Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 9 of 16 15th Anniversary Palm Desert Greek Fest! 1997 to 2011

Welcome to our anniversary party! A Weekend in Greece! Can it really be 15 years? Fifteen years ago the Saint George Greek Orthodox Church community came together, under the direction of George Argyros, as Festival Chairman to sponsor an authentic celebration in Greek culture. It was also the inaugural year of our beautiful new church edifice. After, nearly 2 decades of dinners, small festivals, fundraising & struggle the St George Greek Orthodox Church of the Desert became a reality. Many wonderful & devoted members, their friends & families have worked tirelessly to bring the desert community an annual taste of Greece; a look into the Greek way of life, our culture, traditions, history & above all faith, as Orthodox Christians. We are very proud of the signature event we have become and the deep love we have felt from so many new found “Greeks” by the thousands. We would like to pause a moment & reflect back to 1997 in pictures.

Thank you for here yesterday, today and tomorrow. Please, check out our Facebook page, Twitter and Website at w.palmdesertgreekfest.org Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 10 of 16

Mike and Kathy Ligeros Wishes St. George Church a successful 15th Anniversary of the Festival!

Beware: Before you know it you’ll be shouting “Opa”, breaking plates and Dancing Just like the Greeks! Whether you choose to eat indoors at “Rose’s Kafé’, outdoors in our village center “Plaka”, or on the lawn in the “Taverna” courtyard, at the 15th Anniversary Palm Desert Greek Festival, hosted by Saint George Greek Orthodox church community; you’ll be sure to “Fall in Love with Greece.” Rain or Shine, the Festival is serving up the best food this side of the Aegean! Walk around and you’ll discover old Greek favorites with new tastes and lots of delicious taverna-style “Mezedes” appetizers, Greek Salads, , Gyros and delicious grill items. They are made with loving hands, well prepared and priced to please you and your family. So as you start your food odyssey today, remember you’ll find lot’s of our “Philoxenia” hospitality everywhere. We hope to spoil you and help you discover the “Greek way of Loving Life”, all week- end long. FLAMING SAGANAKI “Cheese”, on the PLAKA, served with a bit of “OPA!” Nothing more exemplifies the Greek Life than an appetizer that’s served on fire! A typical night out in Greece starts with good friends and Kasseri cheese flamed with brandy and quenched with fresh, tart lemon juice. OPA! For the full effect, take a shot of Metaxa brandy and add some lively, Greek music. THE “TAVERNA” COURTYARD under the Tent! Come experience the Greek tradition of the “Taverna”, known as a casual meeting place of Parea (friends) in every village. Famous for “Mezedes”(appetizers) like no other. Enjoy Spanako- pita (Fillo layered with rich cheeses and fresh spinach), (baked macaroni w/ beef filing and Romano cheese, topped with béchamel sauce), or Tyropita (triangular shaped cheese filled pastry puff),all Best enjoyed with Ouzo or Imported Greek . *PAIDAKIA*—Country Style Lamb Chops, Our St. George Signature, Dish. We’re offering our Signature Lamb Chops. They’re tender, flavorful, and by far the best you’ll find anywhere this side of the Parthenon. You’re not to be disappointed. Add Greek Fries to your fare, served hot with Greek Seasonings, Feta cheese & Olives. To be sure, you’ll LOVE ‘em! We’ve borrowed Yianni from Chania’,Greece to be our chef. He won’t share his recipe, but we guarantee these are the best, East of the Parthenon. So line up early, bring your date and prepare to wait a bit. It’s well worth it. You’ll LOVE ‘em! GYROS, oh those GYROS! EVERYONE LOVES GYROS! By far, the most popular eatery! Be prepared to wait a few minutes for this one. Greeks proudly stake their claim for introducing to the culinary world, GYROS, the savory lamb & beef strips wrapped in a pita. It’s served warm with juicy tomatoes, onions and refreshing “Tzatziki” Greek yogurt, & cucumber sauce. So you see, the Greeks invented wraps & rollups way before they became mainstream on menus. Come see Niko and his team and be sure to shout out, Yassous! ( “Greek Life” ~ continued on page 17 ) Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 11 of 16 ( Greek Life ~ continued from page 16 ) PISTARIA GRILL- LOUKANICO and Chicken or Pork SOUVLAKI, This place is packed with its’ own long-standing fans. Our “Pistaria” grill has the absolute best “Loukanico” Greek sausage, and Souvlaki plate, this side of the Acropolis. Back by popular demand, Niko, Dimitri, Mychael and the crew are cooking up sizzling portions with your choice of Greek Style, or Souvlaki in either savory Chicken or Pork, served in a fresh pita with Kalamata olives, feta cheese and a lemon wedge. Kali Orexi! (Good Eating!) “KOUZINA” (Restaurant cuisine) “ALA CARTE STYLE “ Always a crowd pleaser mix, match & share. The new Ala Carte menu choices are a variable feast, not to be missed. We are offering a heaping entrees of our Greek style chicken, sizzling Souvlaki in either Chicken or Pork, Athenian Rice , tender “Fassolakia”(Greek Style Green Beans simmered in /onions and oregano) Dolmathes (beef and rice filled grape leaves), “Salata” a Greek Salad and a dinner Roll. Don’t forget to dance a little and make room for those heavenly Greek Pastries and Ouzo later. ZYMARIKO Oh, those heavenly pastries only the Greeks can make. That world famous Baklava layered fillo with & walnuts. The rich smooth custard baked Galatobouriko, or the Kourabiethes, those melt in your mouth butter cookies dusted with powdered sugar. The Melomakarona, honey cookies with a hint of orange and topped with chopped wal- nuts. The traditional cookies we all grew up on and introducing two new treats for your pleasure, , a rolled pastry, honey dipped and sprinkled with just the right amount of cinnamon and walnuts and Pasta Flora, a deli- cate lattice topped tart filled with Apricot fruit jam sure to please everyone. It’s extra popular with the children, because it doesn’t contain any nuts. Don’t forget to add a Greek coffee at our new Kafenion coffee shop. Once, again this year our “AHEPA” Men’s Philanthropic Club with be making “Never on Sundae’s”, delicious vanilla ice cream sundae’s topped with Baklava pieces. YUM! Check out their booth in the Plaka. LOUKOUMATHES Complete your adventure to Greece with a little Ouzo or Metaxa and a plate of hot Loukou- mathes, the mouth watering, feather light golden puffs of pastry drenched with honey, sprinkled with cinnamon & walnuts. Take-out orders by the dozen are the norm at this festival. Be sure to say “Ya’sou” to Lula, our resident Loukoumathes expert. ZORBA’S BAR In the true “Zorba the Greek” tradition we have Greek wines, Metaxa, Ouzo and Greek Beer to help you share our feeling of “Kefi”. For those of you a little less adventurous we a wide array of American Beer, wine, soft drinks and water. ATHENIAN FRAPPES New this year, our Palm Desert Youth Folk Dance group will be offering Nescafe Frappes just like the street vendors in Athens. Try an ice cold Greek Style Coffee Frappe & help the kids raise funds for Dance costumes at the same time. OPA! ENTERTAINMENT GREEK STYLE MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC What would Greek life be without music & dance? To a Greek, life is a gift that needs to be shared with good music, dance, food, family and “Parea” friends. Your journey to Greece wouldn’t be complete without the exciting sounds of “The Greeks”. Back again this year from the South Coast, they’re a traditional Greek Bouzouki, Dance Band. Don’t forget to take a CD home to continue your Weekend in Greece, anytime. FOLK DANCE GROUPS Come, watch and be amazed at the talent of these young people; dancing the traditional, authentic dances of their ancestors, in native costumes indicative of the area the dance originates from. We are pleased to be hosting the award winning troupe from Saint Nectarios, Covina, California. OPA! HERCULES KIDZ ZONE Due to popular demand, the children’s area welcomes back the incredible Bounce House, Giant Inflatable Slide and the Spartacus Gladiator ring. Also, find kids drinks, Juice Boxes for the little ones & assorted snacks & candy. Bring the kids and purchase an all day pass to let them play, while you dance. Be sure to visit the St. George Youth booth and get your face painted, while supporting our Church Youth Summer Camping pro-( “Greek Life” ~ continued on page 13 ) ANDI MALLEN Sales Associate DRE Lic 00679245 (C) 760.668.7031 (O) 760.772.2411 (F) 760.674.3744 Re/Max Real Estate Consultants 74199 El Paseo #101 Palm Desert, CA 92260 [email protected] 73-800 Dinah Shore Dr. Ste. 100 Palm Desert, CA (760) 324-7790 EUROPEAN KITCHEN APPLIANCES Jim Peterson Regional Sales Manager 1883 Massaro Blvd. Tampa, FL 33619 Cell: (813) 446-5766 Tel: (800) 459-0844 Fax: (813) 288-8604 [email protected] Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 12 of 16 Greek Quotes • Aristotle, Happiness is self-contentedness • Aristotle, Young men err in everything by excess and vehemence, contrary to the precept of Chilon; they do all things too much, since they love and hate too much, and likewise in everything else. They fancy and insist that they know all things, and this is why they overdo everything. • Chilon, Nothing in excess • Democritus, Everywhere man blames nature and fate, yet his fate is mostly but the echo of his character and passions, his mistakes and weak- nesses • Democritus, Happiness resides not in possessions and not in gold, the felling of happiness dwells in the soul • Epictetus, Men are not worried by things, but by their ideas about things. When we meet with difficulties, become anxious or troubled, let us not blame others, but rather ourselves, that is, our ideas about things. • Epictetus, One must not tie a ship to a single anchor, nor life to a single hope • Epictetus, Remember that you are only an actor in a play, which the manager directs • Epicurus, If you live according to nature, you will never be poor; but if according to opinions, you will never be rich. Nature demands little, opinion a great deal. • Epicurus, Live today, forget the cares of the past • Epicurus, One is rich not through one’s possessions, but through that which can can with dignity do without • Euripides, from The Children of Hercules, though I was rid of Hercules, I knew I was hated by his children, and the feud would continue, so I left no stone unturned to find the scorpions underneath; I plotted oto kill or banish them, to assure my safety. • Euripides, He who submits to fate without complaint is wise Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner • Hecaton of , I will reveal to you a love potion, without www.johnsplaces.com medicine, without herbs, without any witch’s magic; if you want to be loved, then love • Heraclitus, It is not good for all your wishes to be fulfilled: through sickness you recognize the value of health , through evil the value of good, through hunger satisfaction, through exertion, the value of rest • Homer, Bear patiently, my heart - for you have suffered heavier things • Menander, He only lives, who living enjoys life • Plato, If man is moderated and contented, then even age is no burden; if he is not, then even youth is full of cares

Best Wishes for a Successful Festival! Nicholas & Rhonda Latkovic

Thank you to all who participated to make 56249 29 Palms Highway this a successful 15th year Greek festival. Yucca Valley, CA Skip & Annette Lewis Phone Orders 760.365.0144 Andy’s

appreciates the continued support of # St. George Greek Orthodox Church of the Desert Burgers 5 49950 Highway 111 Let us welcome KJAZZ - continues to help Coachella, CA 92236 get the word out about the Palm Desert Greek Fest! (760) 398-2933 May there be many more years for us both. 520 Superior Avenue, Suite 205 Kali Orexi! Newport Beach, CA 92263 www.CoastIMC.com T 949.650.2462 F 949.999.8104 Dennis T. Jordanides, MD Medical Director Diplomate, American Board of Internal Medicine

Good Luck on your 15 Year Anniversary HARRY PSALTIS

PSG of ORDER of AHEPA and a Proud Steward of St. George Church Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 13 of 16 ( Greek Life ~ continued from page 11 ) gram. Also, enjoy an Ice Cold Athenian Frappe offered by our newly formed Palm Desert Greek Folk dance, youth group. “AGORA” MARKETPLACE What trip to the Islands would be complete without shopping? We have expanded to over 25 vendors offering amaz- ing kiosk with everything from Mediterranean Groceries to Artwork, to Jewelry to Byzantine style Icons. To complete your Weekend in Greece shop the Greek novelty booth & be sure to stop by the Kafenia’ and pick up a Greek coffee or fruit smoothie while you shop. “BAKALIKO” General Grocery Store Want to take a taste of Greece home with you? The Bakaliko is our answer to the old-time Greek general store. Here the shelves are stocked with Greek comfort foods, groceries and sundry items from Greece, including ingredients needed for Greek food and pastry preparation. Famous Greeks (Alphabetical listing) Agganis, Harry (The Golden Greek) Maharis, George - Actor Agnew, Spiro - Theodoros - US Vice President Maroulis, Constantine - Alexander the Great - King of Macedonia Rock singer, actor, and writer. & King of the Greeks Matenopoulos, Debbie (Despina) - Journalist, Angel, Criss - MindFreak - Illusionist, musician talk show host, and actress. Angelos, Peter - Attorney, Menounos, Maria - Actress, journalist Owner of the Baltimore Orioles Mercouri, Melina - Actress, Politician Aniston, Jennifer (Anastasakis) - Actress Michael, George - Singer/Songwriter Aniston, John (Yannis Anastasakis) - Actor Mitropoulos, Dimitris - Conductor Archimedes - Mathematician, physicist Mouskouri, Nana - Singer CHURCH TOURS Aristotle - Philosopher Nick the Greek (Nick Dandolos) - Azaria, Hank - Actor. voicing character Famous gambler. No Greek life would be complete Buckley, Jeff - Musician Onassis, Aristotle - Socrates - without the richness & fullness of Bulgari family - Famous Jewellers. Millionaire Shipowner the Eastern Orthodox Christian faith. Callas, Maria (Kalogeropoulos) - Opera singer Onassis, Athina - Millionaire A complimentary, guided tour of our Carasso, Isaac - Founder of the Danone Onassis, Christina - Millionaire Pantages, Alexander - Vaudeville and beautiful edifice is a treat in itself. St yoghurt Company (Dannon in US) Castrale, Nicole - LPGA motion pictures producer George Greek Orthodox Church of Caratheodory, Constantine - Mathematician. Pantels, Theodore - St. George Parish Priest the Desert is a lifetime recipient of Cassavetes, John - Actor & Director Papanikolaou, George - Nikolas - the “Desert Beautiful” award. You’ll Cavafy, Constantine - Poet Physiologist (Pap test) be amazed at the classic, Byzan- Chakiris, George - Actor Papathanassiou, Evangelos (Vangelis) - Musician & Composer tine style Mosaics contained in the Chelios, Chris - Hockey Player Chiklis, Michael - Actor. Pappas, Irene - Actress incredible iconography. Experi- Chryssa (Chryssa Varda) - Sculptor Payne, Alexander (Papadopoulos) - Director ence a traditional, ancient Christian Clarkson, Kelly - Musician Perkins, Elizabeth - Actress. place of worship. Have a question? Costacos, George - Actor and Writer Pilates Joseph - Pilates, The man behind the Pilates method Just ask! Our Priests are on hand to Cynthia Daddona, Author & TV Host Davatzes, Nick - Television Executive. Creator Plato - Philosopher answer questions and introduce you of A&E Network and The History Channel. Pythagoras - Mathematician and philosopher, to the faith of Orthodox Christianity Davies, Marion - Actress Pythagorean Theorem. and its rich history. See schedule for Demokritos - Philosopher Sampras, Pete - Tennis player tour times, Come early, as it fills up Dimas, Pyrros - Athlete (Weight Lifting) Savalas, Ariana - Singer, Actress Savalas, Telly (Aristotle) - Actor quickly. DiScala Jamie-Lynn - Actress, musician. Dukakis, Michael - Politician Scourby, Alexander - Narrator Photos encouraged! Dukakis, Olympia - Actress Seferis, George (Seferiadis) - Poet & Diplomat El Greko (Domenikos Theotokopoulos) Painter Sirtis, Marina - Actress Elytis, Odysseus (Alepoudelis) - Poet Skouras, Spyros P. - Movie Magnate, Euclid - Mathematician President of 20th Century Fox. Best Fey, Tina - Head writer of Saturday Night Live Snyder, Jimmy - Gambler, TV Commentator Frangoulis, Marios - Tenor. Socrates - Philosopher Gage, Nicolas (Gatzoyiannis) - Journalist Spanos, Alex - Real Estate Magnate & of Gals, Diamanda - Avant-garde performance Owner of NFL’s San Diego Chargers artist, vocalist, and composer. Spheeris, Penelope - Director, producer, Gavras, Constantine (Kostas Gavras) - Director and screenwriter. Hajiioannou, Stelios - Entrepreneur. Stamos, John (Stamatopoulos) - Actor Success Stephanopoulos, George - Diplomat, Henner, Marilu - Actress and producer. Hippocrates - Physician Former Presidential Advisor Huffington, Arianna (Stassinopoulos) - Writer Stevens, Cat (Stephen Demetre Georgiou) - Issigonis, Alec - Designer of the Mini car. Musician Jones, Catherine Zeta - Actress. Suvari, Mena - Actress Kanakarides, Melina - Actress Tatopoulos, Patrick - Production designer. Karmanos, Peter - Software magnate, Tavoulareas, William Peter - Owner of the NHL’s Carolina Hurricane President of Mobil Oil Corporation California Produce Tenet, George - Former CIA Director Karras, Alexander George - Footbal player, actor Thales - Philosopher, scientist, Katsulas Andreas mathematician, engineer. Kazan , Elias - Director Theodorakis, Mikis - Composer Kazantzakis, Nikos - Writer Korner, Alexis - Musician, Composer Tsongas, Paul Efthemios - Politician Koteas, Ilias - Actor. Vardalos, Nia - Actress & Writer Lazaridis, Mike - Founder of Research In Motion Von Karajan, Herbert (Karayiannis?) - (RIM), creator and manufacturer of BlackBerry. Famous Conductor Harry and Agopie Lee, Tommy - Musician Vouras, Peter - Actor Leonsis, Ted - AOL Executive, Owner of the Wilson, Rita - Actress, producer NHL’s Washington Capitals Yanni (Yannis Chrysomallis) - Composer Pappas Zane, Billy (Zanetakos) - Actor Londos Jim (Christopher Theophelus) Wrestler Zappa, Frank - Musician, Composer, Satirist Louganis, Gregory-Efthimis - Diver - Athlete Zavos, Panos - Geneticist Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 14 of 16

Hercules Kidz Zone ART WORKS T-SHIRTS T-SHIRTS HAT TRIX TRIX HAT BAKLAVA CREATIVE LA BONITA BONITA LA AHEPA 528 AHEPA ORGANIC ART ENERGETIC SILVER EGYPT EGYPT SILVER BEYOND BELLA A BIT OF CULTURE CULTURE OF BIT A ICE COLD FRAPPES FRAPPES COLD ICE GREEK NOVELTIES NOVELTIES GREEK Bounce ICE CREAM SUNDAE CREAM ICE HANNA’S BOUTIQUE House

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WILD AT HEART DÉCOR AND “The Greeks” GIFTS Band Festival Layout *Not to scale, LADY BUG DESIGNS PLAKA booth locations subject to change Plenty Dancing POPI’S ATHENIAN CUISINE Zone KORALIA JEWELRY of Zeus Bar Taverna / Grill Zorba Seating Gyros Lamb Chops Appetizers AQUAMARINE Loukanikco Bar

WOOLY RASCALS Yia Yia’s Attic Eating Area Zymariko SHAKEEL'S CONCEPTS Pastries Saganaki Agora / Vendors Vendors Agora / Covered Taverna GITA’S CRAFTS & DESIGNS Flaming Cheese Courtyard UNICARS HANA’S FASHION HONDA TUPPERWARE A la carte line MASASHI’S ART Church Tours Kouzina FANNY FISH DESIGNS Kafenia Rose’s Kafe’ Loukoumathes Indoor Seating Eating Area Greek Coffee Bakaliko/ Latté Coffee Groceries Smoothies Book Store STARLIGHT PRODUCTIONS S AFASHION & JEWELRY BELCHER ENTERPRISES INTENT PURE BARBARA SIMPLY WORKS GEM Icons Church Covered Agora Shopping / Vendors Entrance Church Tours & Festival Entrance Open rain or shine

History About Orthodoxy Eastern Orthodoxy and Roman Catholicism are the two oldest Christian faiths in existence. Until the year 1054, the two churches were united as the one and only Christian Faith. Both churches share the honor of true Apostolic succession: Eastern Orthodox through the Apostle Andrew and Roman Catholic by way of Apostle Peter. Worldwide, there are over 170 million members of the Orthodox faith and growing. The Orthodox liturgy practiced today has been tenaciously preserved in its original form for almost 2000 years. Here, at St. George the only difference is services are typically 80% English and 20% Greek. Many Orthodox churches are culturally different; Greek, Russian, Lebanese, Korean, Ethiopian, Japanese, Romanian..., but the faith is all identically, Orthodox. The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, with over 6 million members, is under the ecclesiastical jurisdiction of the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew who is the 330th apostolic successor to the church founded in Constantinople by the Apostle Andrew. Church tours are offered during the Greek Festival several times a day. Priests will be on hand to answer your questions. We encourage everyone to take a church tour and enjoy the incredible beauty of our award winning, Byzantine mosaic icons and experience a taste of Orthodoxy.

ENTERTAINMENT Saturday, March 5th Sunday, March 6th SCHEDULE 11am Festival Opens 11:00 Festival Opens Friday March 6th Noon Live Greek Music Noon Live Greek Music 4pm Festival Opens By “The Greeks” until closing By “The Greeks” until closing Limited Food and Drinks 12:30 Guided Church Tours 12:30 Church Tours Free Entrance Friday only 2:00 Greek Folk Dancing 2:00 reek Folk Dancing 9pm Festival close 2:30 Church Tours 2:30 Guided Church Tours 3:30 Greek Folk Dancing 3:30 Greek Folk Dancing 4:30 Church Tours 4:30 Church Tours Remember to take The 5:00 Greek Folk Dancing Complimentary Guided Church 5:00 Greek Folk Dancing 6:30 Church Tours Tour and see the Art 6:30 Church Tours 7:00 Hercules Kidz Zone closes Saturday and Sunday 9:00 Festival closes 9:00 Festival closes until 2012 Palm Desert Greek Fest 2011 Page 15 of 16 eat healthy, eat tasty, eat Greek eat healthy, eat tasty, eat Greek

FRIDAY MENU Taverna Night 4pm - 9pm ~ TAVERNA COURTYARD ~ GYROS ~ $7.00, LOUKANIKO ~ $6.00, SOUVLAKI PLATE~ $6.00 LAMB CHOPS w/greek fries ~ $14.00, Individual order of Greek Seasoned Fries ~ $3.00 ~ APPETIZERS BOOTH ~ SPANAKOPITA ~$2.00 each, TYROPITA~ $2.00 each , DOLMATHES ~ $1.00 each, Greek Salad ~ $7.00, FASOLAKIA ~ $3.00 ~ PASTRIES BOOTH ~ Baklava ~ $3.00 Each, Kourambiethes ~ $1.00 Each, Loukoumathes ~ Small - $4.00 - Large - $8.00, Thiples ~ $2.00 ~ ZORBA BAR ~ ◊ Ouzo ◊ Metaxa ◊ Wine ◊ Imported & Domestic ◊ Sodas ◊ Bottled Water ◊ Domestic Coffee ◊ 2011 GREEK FESTIVAL MENU Saturday and Sunday

~ PLAKA ~ Saganaki ~ Our Famous Flaming Greek Cheese served on pita with OPA! - $5.00 ~ KAFENIO, COFFEE CAFE ~ Smoothies, Frappe's and Greek coffee available Loukoumathes ~ Mouth-watering feather-light golden puffs of pastry drenched with honeyand sprinkled with cinnamon & walnuts – Small - $4.00 - Large - $8.00 ~ TAVERNA COURTYARD ~ Gyros ~ Savory meat on warm Pita with tomato, onions and topped with Tzatziki Sauce, a subtle blend of yogurt, garlic and cucumber - $7.00 side Tzatziki - $1.00 Loukaniko ~ Seasoned Greek sausage grilled and served in warm Pita bread with feta cheese and black olives - $6.00 Souvlaki Plate~ Greek seasoned & skewered Pork or Chicken served in warm Pita bread with feta cheese and black olives - $6.00 Lamb Chops ~ Four Lamb Chops & Greek Fries – Feta Cheese & Olives -$14.00 Individual order of Greek Seasoned Fries ~ $3.00 Greek Salad ~ Lettuce, tomatoes, peperoncini, dressing, Feta & Olives - $7.00 ~ APPETIZERS BOOTH ~ Spanakopita ~ Fluffy fillo filled with spinach and cheese $2.00- each Tyropita ~ Fluffy fillo filled with a combination of cheeses - $2.00 each Dolmathes~Grape leaves stuffed with a delicately flavored meat and rice filling - $1 each Pastitsio ~ Layers of macaroni, grated cheese and ground beef covered with white sauce & baked-$5.00 Greek Salad ~ Lettuce, tomatoes, peperoncini, dressing, Feta & Olives - $7.00 ~ PASTRIES BOOTH ~ Pasta Flora – Apricot filled Torte $2.00 ~ Greek Biscotti- $1.00 for two Baklava ~ That famous Greek Pastry $3.00 Each Koulourakia ~ Traditional Greek Cookies $6.00 for 1 Dozen Galatobouriko ~ Fillo filled with custard, sweetened with light syrup -$3.00 Each Diples ~ Rolled pastry, honey dipped, sprinkled with cinnamon and walnuts $2.00 Kourambiethes ~ Melt in your mouth butter cookies dusted with powdered sugar $1.00 Ea. Melomakarona ~ Honey cookies with a hint of orange, and topped with chopped walnuts$1.00 Ea ~ RESTAURANT~ (a la carte) Greek Style Chicken $5.00 Dolmathes $1.00 each Rice Pilaf $2.00 Fassolakia (Greek Style Green Beans) $3.00 Souvlaki (CHICKEN & PORK ) $4.00 Greek Salad ~ Lettuce, tomatoes, peperoncini, dressing, Feta & Olives - $7.00 ~ ZEUS and ZORBA BARS ~ Ouzo ◊ Metaxa ◊ Wine ◊ Imported & Domestic Beers ◊ Sodas ◊ Bottled Water ~ HERCULES KIDZ ZONE ~ Sodas ◊ Bottled Water ◊ Juice ◊ Candy ◊ Chips ◊ Snacks ◊ ice Tea ◊ Sport Drinks KALI OREXI!

Best Wishes for a successful festival!! From: The Katsivalis Family

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