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Grecian Fest 2023

Arts and Entertainment

June 26, 2023

From: Grecian Fest

Entertainment Schedule

July 26-29, 2023

2:00 pm: Authentic Greek Food - KIMATOPITA

There will be a full demonstration, copies of the recipe available, and a sample of what was cooked so people can try it out!

Maria will be demonstrating how to make Kimatopita, a Mediterranean minced meat phyllo pie with a delicious filling of ground beef and pork wrapped in phyllo.

Agape Dancers
6:00pm, 7:00pm and 8:00pm

7:00pm: Evzone Dancers
8:00pm: Senior Dancers
The Evzone dancers are young men between Grade 10 - college. They are dressed in an Evzone uniform which is the costume of the elite Greek soldiers. The Evzones are trained to perform ceremonial duties. They guard The Tomb of the Unknown soldier, the Presidential Palace, and raise and lower the flag at the Acropolis every Sunday.

Authentic Greek Food
There will be a full demonstration, copies of the recipe available, and a sample of what was cooked so people can try it out!

Maria will be demonstrating how to make Kimatopita, a Mediterranean minced meat phyllo pie with a delicious filling of ground beef and pork wrapped in phyllo.

6pm to 10pm: The Greek Company Orchestra
One of America's best Greek orchestras. Showcasing a wide variety of Hellenic music styles, The Greek Company can excite any crowd with a colorful blend of dance music and easy-listening tunes. These five talented musicians from the Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio area have been entertaining ethnic music fans for the past three decades.

July 26 and 28, 2023

4:00 pm: Authentic Greek Food - DOLMATHES ("Grape Leaves 101")
There will be a full demonstration, copies of the recipe available, and a sample of what was cooked so people can try it out!

Barb will be demonstrating how to make Dolmathes, or Grapes Leaves, a great appetizer made from tender vine leaves wrapped into little rolls and stuffed with meat, rice and fresh herbs.

July 27 and 29, 2023

4:00 pm: Authentic Greek Food - TZATZIKI ("Its all about the sauce")
There will be a full demonstration, copies of the recipe available, and a sample of what was cooked so people can try it out!

Barb will be demonstrating how to make Tzatziki, a creamy cucumber yogurt dip (or sauce) made from simple ingredients including strained yogurt (or Greek yogurt), cucumbers, garlic, and fresh herbs such as dill or mint.

6 pm to 10 pm: Music Tent

Live Greek music

July 28, 2023

12pm - 3:00 pm: The Donnie Gilbert Radio Show

Date: July 26-29, 2023

Location:
St. John The Divine Greek Orthodox Church, 2215 Chapline Street
Wheeling, WV 26003

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