Steve Pearce

Kafeneion’s keftedes (Con’s mum’s famous meatballs)

Melbourne's Kafeneion has perfected the art of keftedes (Greek meatballs).

Get your mixing fingers ready, these tortellini are well worth the effort.

Originating on the Greek islands of Santorini and Crete, fava is a fluffy yellow split pea dip typically served warm with charred pita bread.

Also known as Psari Plaki, the classic summer dish is well-loved around Greece.

Pumpkin and slow-cooked lamb with pasta? That's cold weather comfort in a bowl.

How do you make the arancini even better? Fill them with tender braised beef cheeks.

Melbourne Greek pop-up Kafeneion shares its syrupy orange cake recipe that uses fillo instead of flour for an interesting texture.

Supersize me: For an impressive festive dessert, simply assemble in a large trifle dish and dress with extra summer berries.

Lamb doesn't have to be a long drawn out cook. These roasted lamb racks are ready for the plate within 30 minutes, salad and all.

Use whichever cheese you have in the fridge - or keep it interesting by adding a few different types.