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Cookbook Dinner: An Evening from ATHENS at Balos
About the experience
Balos is thrilled to welcome the internationally celebrated Chef Diane Kochilas for an unforgettable Cookbook Dinner. Join us Sunday, November 2nd at 5:30pm. Be among the first to savor dishes from her brand-new cookbook, ATHENS: Food, Stories, Love: A Cookbook, as Chef Diane brings the flavors, stories, & spirit of Greece to life. The evening begins with selection of passed appetizers, followed by a three-course meal, each course highlighting vibrant recipes from ATHENS & paired with wine from Kir-Yanni. Guests will also enjoy an intimate meet & greet with Chef Diane, making this a one-night-only opportunity to connect with one of the world’s leading authorities on Greek cuisine. We are delighted to welcome Kir-Yianni Estate as the wine sponsor for this special dinner. Founded by Yiannis Boutaris in the mountains of Northern Greece, Kir-Yianni has become one of the country’s most respected wineries. Their wines express both tradition & innovation, showcasing Greece’s native varieties with authenticity & quality. We are proud to share their wines with our guests alongside the cuisine of Balos & the vision of Diane, celebrating the best of Greece at the table. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Diane Kochilas is an internationally recognized Greek chef, television personality, award-winning cookbook author, & a leading authority on Mediterranean cuisine & lifestyle. She is the host & co-creator of the acclaimed PBS series My Greek Table, now entering its fifth season with 2M+ viewers per episode, & previously hosted the hit Greek cooking show What Are We Going to Eat Today, Mom? on Alpha Channel. A champion of the Mediterranean way of life, Diane focuses on natural, (mostly) plant-based cooking rooted in tradition, sustainability, & wellness. She is the founder of Delicious Greece & The Glorious Greek Kitchen, offering immersive food tours & cooking classes in Ikaria, as well as global access through online education. Her culinary expertise has been featured on CBS, NBC, the Food Network, & in international media, & she is a sought-after consultant for restaurants & hospitality brands worldwide. Diane is the author of ten celebrated cookbooks that explore the culinary breadth & depth of Greece & the Mediterranean. Her work has received numerous honors, including multiple IACP awards, a Books for a Better Life Award, & recognition from the Art of Eating Prize; her last cookbook, “The Ikaria Way,” became a New York Times bestseller. Her forthcoming book, “ATHENS: Food, Stories, Love: A Cookbook” (coming October 28, 2025), draws from her 30+ years of living in the city & explores the dynamic culinary spirit of modern-day Athens, where global influences meet deep-rooted Greek traditions. Join us for this exclusive celebration of food, wine, culture & community—a true taste of Athens, right here at Balos. Cookbooks Available for Purchase on Site.
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