If you are a greek fisherman, this recipe for kakavia (in greek:, say: ka-kahv-yah) makes sense. However, for those of us that are not, let us explore this recipe. Imagine being a fisherman and you find yourself out all day long. Catching whatever you can to bring back and sell. You are not picky. If it makes money, you are trying to catch it. After everything's said and done, you have a variety of fish and nothing to eat. What do you do? You make fisherman's soupYou can add in all your different kinds of fish, some potatoes, and veggies, and some water and you have your base. Now, its just a matter of seasonings and perfecting it. Nothing is wasted, and that is key. At the end of the day, you used all you caught and not only that-but you are filled. Thus, you are a happy greek fisherman. A very happy one indeed. Kakavia, greek fisherman's soup, is a classic greek dish. Often compared to the french bouillabaisse, any greek will tell you that it's tastier and easier to make Traditionally made with the catch of the day, this dish is made with a selection of fish and seafood that can be changed with the seasons, as long as the fish are fairly small and suitable for boiling.