spanakopita
noun
spa·na·ko·pi·ta
ˌspä-nə-ˈkō-pē-tə 
-pi-tə
variants
or less commonly spanokopita
: a traditional Greek pie of spinach, feta cheese, and seasonings baked in phyllo
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At Andros Taverna, this looks like flying in fresh fish from markets in Athens and Barcelona, and baking their spanakopita to order rather than in large tray bakes that were more popular in the Greek diner generation of Psaltis’ grandfather.
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Charlie Kolodziej, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025
Plus, enjoy lots of homemade Greek food and treats, including spanakopita, kalamari, dolmathes, gyros, baklava and more.
—Laura Daily, Denver Post, 4 June 2025
Think grilled Jerusalem bread stuffed with feta and jalapeños for $5, spanakopita for $5.50, lamb shank with couscous and dried fruits for $20, and more.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Rotating items might include spanakopita danishes or gochugaru buttermilk cheddar biscuits.
—Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2025
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Charlie Kolodziej, Chicago Tribune, 14 July 2025
Plus, enjoy lots of homemade Greek food and treats, including spanakopita, kalamari, dolmathes, gyros, baklava and more.
—Laura Daily, Denver Post, 4 June 2025
Think grilled Jerusalem bread stuffed with feta and jalapeños for $5, spanakopita for $5.50, lamb shank with couscous and dried fruits for $20, and more.
—Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 9 May 2025
Rotating items might include spanakopita danishes or gochugaru buttermilk cheddar biscuits.
—Olivia Lee, Charlotte Observer, 31 Mar. 2025
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“Spanakopita.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spanakopita. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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