The History of the Gyro
The Gyro - by our definition consists of a grilled tender lamb/beef combination cut into thin strips with lettuce, tomato, onion, and our fresh made tzatziki sauce on open-faced pita bread. This delicious Greek delight we serve in Kirkwood deserves to have a blog completely dedicated to it. This is why the Greek Kitchen is here to tell you about the history of the gryo. Keep reading for more information. To enjoy some of the best Greek food in St. Louis, come visit the Greek Kitchen, located at 343 S. Kirkwood Rd. #101 in Kirkwood, MO.
Q: Where did the gyro originate from?
A: It is believed that the gyro originated from Greece.
Q: Who came up with the gyro?
A: George "Papa George" Apostolou is known as the "father of today's gyros." - According to Devanco Foods
Q: When was the gyro invented?
A: According to Plated, in the 18th or 19th century, doner kebab, meaning "rotating grilled meat", was invented in Turkey. Later it was introduced to Greece and the locals named if "gyros." Gyro is known as the Greek word for turn.
Q: What are gyros made of, specifically the meat?
A: According to Serious Eats, traditional Greek gryos are typically made with "whole pieces of thinly-sliced marinated pork skewered in a large stack on the rotisserie before being cooked and shaved". American gyros are typically made seasoned lamb and beef.
We here at the best restaurant in St. Louis LOVE gyros! We even have a whole section of our menu dedicated to them. Take a look:
Gyro
Grilled tender lamb/beef combination cut into thin strips with lettuce, tomato, onion, and our fresh made tzatziki sauce on an open faced pita bread. To go gyros will be wrapped.
Gyro with side
Sides include crinkle cut fries or onion rings.
Gyro deluxe
Everything as our basic gyro with feta cheese added.
Gyro deluxe with side
Choice of sides as with the basic gyro.
Sides
The Gyro is a delicious Greek delight that we prepare with passion and love every time we make one. We have received amazing compliments on our gyro from customers and we are so appreciative of them and are thankful for their kind words. To try one of the gyros at the Greek Kitchen for yourself, come by and see us. We are located at 343 S. Kirkwood Rd. #101 in Kirkwood, Missouri. If you would like to ask a question about our menu, which can be found at www.TheGreekKitchen.net before stopping by, please give us a call at 314-462-9112. We look forward to seeing you soon!
The History of the Gyro
Q: Where did the gyro originate from?
A: It is believed that the gyro originated from Greece.
Q: Who came up with the gyro?
A: George "Papa George" Apostolou is known as the "father of today's gyros." - According to Devanco Foods
Q: When was the gyro invented?
A: According to Plated, in the 18th or 19th century, doner kebab, meaning "rotating grilled meat", was invented in Turkey. Later it was introduced to Greece and the locals named if "gyros." Gyro is known as the Greek word for turn.
Q: What are gyros made of, specifically the meat?
A: According to Serious Eats, traditional Greek gryos are typically made with "whole pieces of thinly-sliced marinated pork skewered in a large stack on the rotisserie before being cooked and shaved". American gyros are typically made seasoned lamb and beef.
The Greek Kitchen LOVES Gyros!
We here at the best restaurant in St. Louis LOVE gyros! We even have a whole section of our menu dedicated to them. Take a look:
Gyro
Grilled tender lamb/beef combination cut into thin strips with lettuce, tomato, onion, and our fresh made tzatziki sauce on an open faced pita bread. To go gyros will be wrapped.
Gyro with side
Sides include crinkle cut fries or onion rings.
Gyro deluxe
Everything as our basic gyro with feta cheese added.
Gyro deluxe with side
Choice of sides as with the basic gyro.
Sides
- Crinkle cut fries
- Onion rings
- Pita bread
- Hummus
- Tzatziki
- Side salad
The Gyro is a delicious Greek delight that we prepare with passion and love every time we make one. We have received amazing compliments on our gyro from customers and we are so appreciative of them and are thankful for their kind words. To try one of the gyros at the Greek Kitchen for yourself, come by and see us. We are located at 343 S. Kirkwood Rd. #101 in Kirkwood, Missouri. If you would like to ask a question about our menu, which can be found at www.TheGreekKitchen.net before stopping by, please give us a call at 314-462-9112. We look forward to seeing you soon!
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343 S. Kirkwood Rd. #101
Kirkwood, MO 63122
314-462-9112
kitchgreek@gmail.com
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