Baklava is a Traditional Greek layered dessert pastry made with phyllo, chopped nuts, other secret ingredients,
and bathed in dreamy syrup. Spanakopita, on the other hand, is a Greek savory pastry, consisting of a filling made
of spinach, cheese, and other secret ingredients, which is then wrapped in delicate sheets of phyllo pastry.
Tess grew up in a Greek home where Baklava and Spanakopita were made and enjoyed throughout the year, but
especially for any and every holiday. She too joined in the tradition of creating these delicate pastries ever since
she was roughly 6 years old. Now, MANY years later, she has decided to share this tradition and her secrets with
participants of this online cook-along class.
During this class, Tess will guide you through the process of creating one of her versions of Baklava she calls
‘Baklava Rolls’. Tess will also guide you through the process of creating her spanakopita triangles.
Each step of the way, participants may involuntarily begin to dance The ZORBA as these crispy, delicious Greek
Phyllo wonders awaken taste buds, and the ‘inner Greek’ with just one bite! Talk about mouthwatering
goodness!
BUT Shhhhh!!!!! Remember, Tess is only making her SECRET recipes available to those who REGISTER for this
class. They will be asked keep these secrets SECRET as Tess has done so for almost 50 years! If friends are
participating together, each friend must register separately (as is true for all of Tess’ classes).
Participants will receive a list of ingredients in advance of the class with enough time for shopping and prep.
Participants will also receive a professionally created PDF packet of the instructor’s personal recipes
This class will take place on Zoom, free on-line software. Participants will receive instructions on how to access
the class prior to it starting.
Have your questions answered by the instructor, and interact with other participants as you cook-along. While
cooking-along is loads of fun, it is optional.
As an added bonus, the instructor has created a private group and a public group on Facebook for participants of
her cooking classes. Everyone will receive an invite to the groups although joining is optional. Come join the fun!
Tess Georgakopoulos, also known as “Chef Tess—Culinary Artist”, has been cooking and baking for well
over 45 years since she was roughly 6 years old. Born into a Greek family, the art of cooking traditional
meals using ones senses rather than recipes and measurements was passed on from one generation to
the next. Her father was also a trained chef who brought the magic of food to life in another form on
the weekends as they cooked elaborate family meals together. Food prepared from the heart, with
ones own hands and creativity was, and continues to be an expression of love in her home. As an
accomplished cook and baker, Tess enjoys creating original recipes for her family and friends. Sweet,
savory, or doughy, she enjoys experimenting and creating in the kitchen daily.