{
  "id": 6099500,
  "title": "When lunch is the main event, here’s a ‘Greek Out’ take on halibut and halloumi skewers",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/when-lunch-is-the-main-event-heres-a-greek-out-take-on-halibut-and",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-07T04:53:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Associated Press",
    "slug": "associated-press",
    "url": "https://apnews.com/article/halibut-halloumi-skewers-koutsogiannis-recipe-883468419d55e9f30f96a7e02cc72ecd"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In Maria Koutsogiannis' cookbook \"Greek Out,\" the main dishes chapter begins by challenging the conventional notion of a main dish. Often associated with dinner, a main dish for Koutsogiannis is more about the emotions and flavors it evokes rather than the time of day it's served. In her culinary philosophy, the largest meal of the day is traditionally lunch, not dinner.\n\nFor this recipe, the focus is on a harmonious blend of flavors. The halibut is marinated with sumac and cinnamon, then grilled until charred and caramelized. A touch of honey adds a sweet touch that balances the savory elements. The dish also features cheesy halloumi, which holds its shape well and complements the tender halibut beautifully.\n\nThe skewers are adorned with dates and figs, adding a natural sweetness and a chewy texture. This combination results in a dish that is not only visually appealing but also a sensory delight with its interplay of sweet, salty, and savory flavors. Halibut and Halloumi Skewers with Dates and Figs serves either four as a main course or ten as an appetizer.",
  "summary": "The chapter on main dishes in my cookbook, “Greek Out,” starts with an explanation of what “main dish” means to me. Most people, understandably, immediately think of dinner. Because in many…",
  "key_points": [
    "Greek cookbook author Maria Koutsogiannis redefines main dish concept.",
    "Halibut and halloumi skewers blend sweet, salty, and savory flavors.",
    "Recipe serves four as main course or ten as appetizer."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Maria Koutsogiannis' culinary approach redefines traditional mealtime norms, elevating lunch to a starring role and blending flavors and textures in a harmonious, sensory experience.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "When lunch is the main event, here’s a ‘Greek Out’ take on halibut and halloumi skewers",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/07/when-lunch-is-the-main-event-heres-a-greek-out-take-on-halibut-and-6100977",
        "published": "2026-09-07T04:16:52.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}