It is commonly seasoned with dill, or prepared like a pilaf with onions and nuts. Thin pastry sheets, called filo or phyllo sheets, are used for appetizers and desserts such as the distinctive nut and pastry-layered baklava. Desserts are an important part of the Greek meal. Cakes made with yogurt, and pastries made with layers of filo dough are popular. Typically these are sweetened by a honey syrup that is poured over the prepared desserts.
Custards are common, sometimes sweetened with lemon or orange.
Ouzo, a strong, clear liqueur, is often used for its anise flavor. Besides nuts, apricots and pears are prevalent in desserts. Melomacarona, Finikia, and Diples are nut-rich cookies dipped in honey syrup. The Greeks love their sweets.