Bakaliaros Skordalia Feast.

As families celebrate Independence Day today, the unmistakable aroma of frying fish is filling the streets of Athens. The traditional dish of the day is Bakaliaros Skordalia—fried salted cod served with a potent garlic dip made of potatoes and olive oil. This culinary tradition is tied to the religious feast of the Annunciation, which also falls on March 25. While the Lenten fast is strict, the Orthodox Church permits fish on this specific day, making it a staple of the national celebration for over two centuries.

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