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  • Meal Type
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    • Snacks & Appetizers
    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Desserts
    • Drinks & Beverages
  • Occasions
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      • Cretan Diet
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  • Dietary Needs
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    • Healthy Choices
  • 7 Fantastic Greek-Inspired Recipes with Potatoes

    recipes with potatoes

    Potatoes are beloved in Greek and Cretan cuisine—humble, versatile, and comforting. They can shape main dishes as well as sides… There are so many ways…

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    Christopsomo: Greek Christmas Bread (Ingredients & Easy Recipe)

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    Corfiot Sofrito Recipe: A Classic Dish from the Island of Corfu

    July 8, 2025
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    10 Delicious (& Quick) Greek Chicken Recipes You Will Actually Make

    September 22, 2025
  • Simple Spaghetti with Onions, Red Pepper & Zucchini – Quick and Delicious

    pasta onion zucchini and peppers (1)

    A light, flavorful pasta dish that comes together in minutes, with fresh vegetables and a hint of spice. Perfect for a simple lunch or a…

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    WATERMELON ICE CREAM

    Refreshing Watermelon Ice Cream: A Sweet and Healthy Summer Treat!

    March 14, 2025
    lemon and almond cake

    Mediterranean Lemon and Almond Cake: The Perfect Sunday Treat!

    February 2, 2025
    leftover tortilla

    Leftover Spanish Tortilla: A Delicious Reinvention of Your Sunday Barbecue

    February 2, 2025
  • Fall Pumpkin Hummus – Perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving

    This super easy pumpkin hummus spread is a smooth, seasonal twist on classic hummus, made with roasted pumpkin and pecan nuts, that’s perfect for fall…

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    17 Simple (Yet Delicious) Ways to Cook Pork Chops

    September 25, 2025
    COCOA CAKE

    5-Minute Cocoa Cake: Fluffy, Quick, and Butter-Free

    September 10, 2025

    Classic Soft Sugar Cookies That Are Perfect for Christmas!

    November 2, 2025
  • Easy Greek Yogurt Pita Bread To Make in Under 5 Minutes

    GREEK YOGURT PITA BREAD

    If you’ve ever wanted a warm, soft pita bread but thought it was too complicated to make, this recipe will change your mind. With just…

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    raising elements in baking

    The Complete Guide to Raising Agents in Baking: Yeast, Soda, Powder, and More

    September 10, 2025

    Quick Greek Lemon Pulp Cake (Using Leftover Lemon Pulp)

    July 2, 2025

    Quick Cranberry Muffins From the Pantry (Plus a Chocolate Version for Kids)

    January 10, 2026
  • 17 Simple (Yet Delicious) Ways to Cook Pork Chops

    pork chop recipes

    Pork chops are one of those meals that never go out of style. They can be quick and simple on a weeknight or slow-cooked into…

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    Winter’s Favorite Pumpkin Velouté Soup: Creamy, Comforting & Fast

    January 14, 2026
    TZATZIKI

    Classic Greek Tzatziki: A Simple & Delicious Recipe!

    November 27, 2021
    recipes with chicken

    10 Delicious (& Quick) Greek Chicken Recipes You Will Actually Make

    September 22, 2025
  • Greek Lentil and Sausage Stew (Φακές και Λουκάνικα)

    Lentil stew

    This is a simple Greek stew featuring lentils and sausages. It’s filling, tasty, and easy to put together in one pot. I love to prepare…

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    Exquisite Cretan Grape Spoon Sweet That’s Easy to Make in No Time!

    December 24, 2021
    7 mediterranean dishes

    7 Cretan-Inspired Mediterranean Lunches to Reset Your Diet After the Holidays!

    December 18, 2024
    valentine's day sweets

    7 Cretan-Inspired Valentine’s Day Sweets Your Sweetheart Will Adore

    January 8, 2025
  • 10 Delicious (& Quick) Greek Chicken Recipes You Will Actually Make

    recipes with chicken

    Greek chicken is surprisingly simple to make, but it always tastes like a special meal. A squeeze of lemon, a few cloves of garlic, some…

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    stuffed pork loin with feta and spinach

    Greek-Style Christmas Stuffed Pork Loin with Feta and Spinach

    January 27, 2025
    low calorie greek recipes

    Low-Calorie Greek Food: Best Dishes to Try

    May 18, 2025

    Christopsomo: Greek Christmas Bread (Ingredients & Easy Recipe)

    December 18, 2024
  • Chicken Prassopita: Greek Leek Pie with Feta & Chicken

    greek leek pie prassopita

    Golden, crispy, and bursting with flavor, this Chicken Prassopita combines leeks, chicken, and feta cheese in a rustic homemade phyllo pie—perfect as a winter meal,…

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    How to Make Vasilopita: Greek New Year’s Cake!

    December 30, 2021
    spinach and feta frittata

    Feta and Spinach Frittata Recipe: A Healthy Bite That’s Super Easy to Make!

    January 24, 2025
    salad dressing for greek salad

    Delicious Greek Salad Dressing That You Must Have in Your Fridge (+ 7 Tasty Variations)

    December 12, 2021
  • Traveler’s Guide to Cooking in Greece: Stocking Your Airbnb Kitchen In Crete & Other Islands

    COOKING IN CRETE

    Traveling to Greece, especially the islands like Crete, offers more than beaches and ancient ruins—it’s a culinary adventure. Staying in an Airbnb or rental apartment…

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    HERB PRESERVATION METHOD

    Tired of Wasting Parsley? These 2 Herb Storage Methods Changed Everything

    August 7, 2025
    how cretans cook meat

    Meat & Mountains: Traditional Ways Cretans Cook Meat

    July 8, 2025
    raising elements in baking

    The Complete Guide to Raising Agents in Baking: Yeast, Soda, Powder, and More

    September 10, 2025
  • Decadent Peanut Butter Oreo Biscuit Cheesecake

    CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE (1)

    Rich, creamy, and unapologetically indulgent—this Peanut Butter Oreo Biscuit Cheesecake is the dessert that brings together two guilty pleasures in one glorious slice. Let’s bake…

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    Soft and Chewy American Chocolate Chip Cookies – Easy Recipe

    September 24, 2025
    ITALIAN PESTO

    Authentic Italian Pesto: A Trusted Family Recipe

    July 1, 2025
    upside down apple cake

    Fall Upside Down Apple Cake Recipe

    August 15, 2025
  • Easy Chocolate Biscuits for Halloween (and Every Occasion!)

    Crisp, cocoa-rich, and perfect for decorating—these chocolate biscuits are the ultimate bake for Halloween, Christmas, or simply an afternoon coffee break. Halloween has a way…

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    pasta salad

    My Go-To Summer Pasta Salad: A Hearty Caprese-Inspired Classic

    July 31, 2025
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    September 22, 2025
    CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE (1)

    Decadent Peanut Butter Oreo Biscuit Cheesecake

    September 21, 2025
  • The Ultimate Guide to Essences, Flavors, and Extracts in Baking

    extracts in cooking

    Essences, flavors, and extracts are the invisible magic behind every memorable bake. From the warmth of vanilla to almond extract, or orange zest, these ingredients…

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    Olive Oil FROM CRETE

    Everything You Should Know About Cretan Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    October 8, 2024
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    September 8, 2025
    HERB PRESERVATION METHOD

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    August 7, 2025
  • Spooky Halloween Monster Muffins (Made with the Easiest Chocolate Cake Base!)

    halloween muffins

    Looking for a simple yet delicious recipe to wow your kids this Halloween? These spooky chocolate monster muffins are made with the famous “wacky cake”…

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    How to Decorate the “Happee Birthdae Harry” Cake (Hagrid Style)

    January 9, 2026
    TZATZIKI

    Classic Greek Tzatziki: A Simple & Delicious Recipe!

    November 27, 2021

    Scary Monster Halloween Chocolate Cheesecake

    October 27, 2025
  • Acids and Sours in Mediterranean Cooking: A Complete Guide

    Bright, fresh, and balanced flavors are at the heart of Mediterranean cuisine. Behind many of these flavors is one crucial element: acidity. Whether from vinegars,…

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    Cretan Pies

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    November 13, 2024

    Mastering Greek Phyllo Pastry: A Step-by-Step Guide to Flaky Perfection

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  • How to Make Spicy Harissa Sauce

    Harissa Sauce

    Harissa is a spicy North African chili paste that adds heat and depth to many dishes, from grilled meats to roasted vegetables and stews. Originating…

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    Baked farfalle feta and tomato with basil leaves

    Baked Tomato and Feta Farfalle with Basil (Φιογκάκι): A Greek Twist on Comfort Food

    August 8, 2025

    7 Days of Mediterranean-Inspired Breakfasts: Kickstart Your Day the Right Way!

    January 27, 2025
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    7 Delicious Mediterranean Barley Recipes You Should Try!

    February 21, 2025
  • The Complete Guide to Raising Agents in Baking: Yeast, Soda, Powder, and More

    raising elements in baking

    Raising ingredients are the heart of baking. They give bread, cakes, and pastries their structure, texture, and lightness. Choosing the right raising agent and understanding…

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    Cretan Wild Greens

    Cretan Wild Greens: The Ultimate Guide to Their Varieties, Benefits, and Culinary Uses

    February 1, 2025

    Mastering Greek Phyllo Pastry: A Step-by-Step Guide to Flaky Perfection

    December 28, 2024

    Acids and Sours in Mediterranean Cooking: A Complete Guide

    September 12, 2025
  • 5-Minute Cocoa Cake: Fluffy, Quick, and Butter-Free

    COCOA CAKE

    A super soft, easy cocoa cake that comes together in just a few minutes—perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or as a base for your…

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    Orange and Chocolate Greek Yogurt Cake – Moist, Tangy & Naturally Sweet

    July 30, 2025
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    How to Make Authentic Greek Pita Bread at Home

    March 14, 2025
    christmas cookies

    Super Easy Christmas Cookies (A Family Favorite)

    December 21, 2025
  • Mascarpone Cheese Cream: Perfect for Cakes or a Simple Dessert

    MASCARPONE CHEESE CREAM

    Prepare with My Cretan Recipe this luscious, velvety mascarpone cream that’s quick to make and perfect for chocolate cakes or served on its own in…

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    recipes with figs

    7 Irresistible Greek Recipes with Figs That Capture the Essence of the Mediterranean

    February 16, 2025
    dulce de leche cheesecake

    Dulce de Leche Cheesecake: Incredibly Easy to Make!

    October 8, 2025
    halloween muffins

    Spooky Halloween Monster Muffins (Made with the Easiest Chocolate Cake Base!)

    September 19, 2025
  • Spices That Bring Heat to Your Cooking

    Spice That Bring Heat to Your Cooking

    Spice is one of the most exciting elements in cooking. Beyond flavor, it can awaken your palate, enhance aromas, and give dishes a memorable kick.…

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    Cretan Pies

    Cretan Pies: Varieties & Traditions About Crete’s Baked Treats!

    November 13, 2024
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    Everything You Want to Know About Greek Bread Types!

    December 25, 2024

    Essential Ingredients for Mediterranean Cooking

    January 4, 2025
  • Oven-Baked Flank Steak with Chimichurri and Roasted Vegetables

    FLANK STEAK

    A tender, flavorful pork flank steak baked in the oven with homemade chimichurri, served alongside roasted potatoes and eggplant wedges. Easy meal, quick meal, super…

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    chimichurri

    Authentic Argentine Chimichurri Sauce – The Classic Steak Condiment from Argentina

    August 29, 2025
    HOW TO MAKE EMPANADAS

    From Buenos Aires with Love: Classic Argentine Empanadas Made Anywhere

    September 7, 2025

    Golden Fried Mini Empanadas: A Festive Argentine Appetizer

    September 8, 2025
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Cooking from Crete with love!

She’s the writer, he’s the local foodie, and together we share the flavors of the Cretan kitchen. From rustic island dishes to Mediterranean favorites, we bring Crete to your table.

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