Opa! | Helena Moursella & Vikki Moursellas

Yassou! Adelaide-born twin sisters Helena and Vikki Moursellas invite you to pull up a chair at Greece's beloved tavernas with this vibrant celebration of Greek hospitality and cuisine. The title itself—'Opa!'—captures everything about Greek culture: joy, excitement, celebration, surprise. It's an expression that lives at the heart of every taverna meal, and for these sisters raised on their grandmother Koula's cooking, it perfectly expresses what makes Greek food culture so special.

Through 80 recipes that blend beloved classics with creative new expressions, the book journeys through taverna favourites arranged to capture the spirit of Greek dining. From slow-roasted lamb kleftiko falling off the bone to horiatiki salata with its perfect balance of vegetables and feta, from patates tiganites (Greek fries with goat's feta and oregano) to unexpected delights like king prawns with fennel and caper butter or peppers stuffed with Greek cheeses.

What makes this cookbook distinctive is how it honours tradition while finding new ways to keep those culinary roots alive. The sisters believe tradition provides the starting point—creativity keeps it vital. Alongside recipes, they share stories from their travels, insights into taverna culture, and the philosophy behind unfussy, flavour-packed food meant for sharing.