Welcome to My Cretan Recipe
Craving delicious, authentic recipes from Crete and the Mediterranean?
Here, we bring Mediterranean flavors to your kitchen, focusing on Cretan cuisine and the diverse food cultures of the surrounding regions. Discover the hearty comfort food of Crete, the fresh ingredients of Greece, and the bold spices of the Mediterranean—everything in just one spot: this site!
Our mission is to share the authentic tastes, traditional methods, and time-honored recipes passed down through generations.
Through our website, you can explore a collection of recipes designed to bring a taste of the Mediterranean into your home. And it doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner eager to try your hand at Mediterranean food!
Authentic Greek and Cretan Recipes

You will love the heart of Greek and Cretan cuisine with tried-and-tested recipes, from savory main courses to decadent desserts.
Our collection includes beloved dishes such as Moussaka and Baklava, as well as regional specialties like Boureki and Kalitsounia. Each recipe uses fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Learn how to cook dishes that are unique to the island, using fresh, local ingredients.
Explore the heart of Greek cuisine with recipes from Greek islands, villages, and cities.
Mediterranean Flavors

The diverse culinary landscape of the Mediterranean region, from the aromatic herbs of Italy to Moroccan spices, our Mediterranean recipes showcase the incredible variety of dishes that have shaped the diets of this region for centuries.
Here, where each country offers a diverse culinary tradition, you can discover Paella from Spain, Hummus from the Levant, or Risotto from Italy – all made with the finest Mediterranean ingredients.
- 7 Low-Calorie Mediterranean Recipes That You’ll Love!
- 5 Refreshing Mediterranean Salads
- 7 Days of Mediterranean-Inspired Breakfasts: Kickstart Your Day the Right Way!
Food Culture, Traditions & Tips
Mediterranean Living

We believe that food is more than just what’s on your plate – it’s a window into the culture, history, and traditions of a place. And the Cretan Diet proves it.
We love to explore the stories behind the dishes, the festivals that celebrate food, and the culinary traditions shaping the Mediterranean way of life.
Learn about the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet, the importance of olive oil, and how food is intertwined with the culture and lifestyle of these vibrant regions.
- Secrets of the Cretan Diet: Health Benefits and Timeless Principles
- From Anatolia to Crete: Turkish Flavors in Cretan Cuisine
- A Culinary Tour: Mouthwaterning Mediterranean Recipes You’ll Love!
>> Check our Step-by-Step Cooking Guides
For those new to Mediterranean cooking, we offer easy-to-follow, step-by-step guides that break down each recipe into manageable steps.
Whether it’s creating a flavorful Cretan Dakos or baking a perfect Baklava, our guides help you master dishes with ease.
We also provide tips on how to source the right ingredients, understand cooking techniques, and create dishes that are both delicious and true to tradition.
- Essential Ingredients for Mediterranean Cooking
- Kitchen Tools You Need for Authentic Mediterranean Dishes
Travel Foodie: Mediterranean Travel Inspiration
Food is an integral part of Mediterranean travel, and if you’re planning a trip to Crete or any other Mediterranean destination, our travel section will guide you to the best food experiences.
Food markets, hidden tavernas, and even food tours: we share insider tips on where to find the best local dishes and how to immerse in the culinary culture of each destination.
Cretan Diet & Healthy Mediterranean Eating
The Mediterranean diet is renowned for its health benefits, emphasizing fresh vegetables, fruits, legumes, whole grains, and healthy fats like olive oil.
Here you can find tips on how to embrace this diet in your daily life, providing healthy, balanced meal ideas both nutritious and delicious.
- Everything You Should Know About Cretan Honey & Why You’ll Love It!
- Is It a Good Idea to Use Olive Oil for Breakfast?
Three key takeaways from My Cretan Recipe:
- Authenticity: We prioritize authentic recipes from the Cretan and Mediterranean cooking traditions.
- Simplicity: We make Mediterranean cooking accessible. Our easy-to-follow recipes and cooking guides allow anyone to recreate these amazing dishes with confidence.
- Cultural Connection: Food is a reflection of culture, and through our website, we help you connect with the people, traditions, and regions that shape Mediterranean cuisine.
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We invite you to become part of the My Cretan Recipe family! Whether you’re here for the recipes, the culture, or the travel tips, we hope to inspire your culinary journey through the Mediterranean.
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Let’s cook together and bring the flavors of Crete and the Mediterranean to life!
The Cretan Diet
The Cretan Diet is healthy, seasonally fresh, relatively simple, and genuine, and… precisely for all those reasons, it’s delicious!
Although not always easy to make, either for lack of time or for lack of ingredients, this blog will certainly help you find the best way to eat Cretan at home.
If you’ve been to Crete, you know it already: fantastic beaches, stunning landscapes, hospitable people… and food. Yes, the food is one more highlight of the island. So why not keep reading to get a taste of Crete?