Mrs Georgia Pistolis Kofinas, Head of Culinary Arts at Alpine Hospitality & Tourism Management Department of City Unity College was honoured at the Museum of Greek Gastronomy in Athens on 7 November. The occasion was to present the 27th edition of the book “Sarakostiana” (Lenten Cuisine) jointly written by Mrs Marigoula Kokkinou and Mrs Georgia Kofinas.
The renowned Greek Chef Mrs. Dina Nikolaou made the presentation of the book which is a collection of 387 tasty and healthy Greek recipes, with high nutritional value. The cooking instructions are easy to follow and the ingredients easily available.
Mrs Christina Kostara, Dietologist and Nutritionist spoke about health benefits of the Mediterranean diet using as examples four of the book’s listed recipes.
A reception followed offering guests a sumptuous lunch, using some of the book’s recipes.
Students and staff of Alpine Hospitality & Tourism Management Department and City Unity College represented by Argyro Manoli, VP and Special Affairs Coordinator, who attended the event were deeply honoured to have their colleague, the distinguished Chef instructor Georgia Kofinas leading the Culinary Arts program.
Mrs Sybil Hofmann, President of International Programs at Alpine Center Switzerland had this to say:
"Georgia Kofinas has been a pillar of the Culinary Arts Program at Alpine Center for over 15 years. Her knowledge, charm, sense of humour, valuable contributions and dedication to her students are admirable. A food writer and presenter on television of Greek traditional cuisine, she is our Celebrity Chef and we all wish Georgia continued success with her ‘bestseller’ and other meaningful activities".
