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  • Meal Type
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch & Dinner
    • Snacks & Appetizers
    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Desserts
    • Drinks & Beverages
  • Occasions
    • Christmas
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    • Celebrations
    • Med Life
      • Cretan Diet
      • Travel Foodie
  • Dietary Needs
    • Low Cal
    • Vegan – Vegetarian
    • Healthy Choices
  • Soft and Chewy American Chocolate Chip Cookies – Easy Recipe

    Soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips, these American cookies are a classic treat you can make at home with simple ingredients. American-style chocolate chip…

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    Zucchini Pie with Herbs and Homemade Dough

    August 14, 2025

    The Only Tomato Sauce You Need (Especially When the Fridge Is Empty)

    August 3, 2025

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

    January 10, 2026
  • How to Make Cretan Lamb Tsigariasto: The Most Traditional Recipe from Crete

    cretan lamb tsigariasto

    Tsigariasto is one of those simple dishes that speaks of mountain kitchens, honest flavors, and the heart of Cretan tradition. It features a few ingredients…

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    GREEK PIE FILLING

    Irresistible Greek Pie Fillings: Traditional Recipes for Every Taste

    December 30, 2024
    CRETAN DAKOS RECIPE

    Original Cretan Dakos Recipe That You Will Love!

    October 1, 2024
    6 WINTER GREEK RECIPES

    6 Delicious Greek Winter Recipes That You Will Love to Cook!

    November 26, 2024
  • How to Replace Myzithra (When You Can’t Find It) and Still Keep That Cretan Soul

    Myzithra

    Yia sou! Here, Tolis and Gabi are writing together (yeah, one of those unique occasions). And when we share the kitchen, nothing makes us light…

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    meatballs chicken and zucchini (3)

    Cretan-style Chicken and Zucchini Meatballs

    July 21, 2025
    Lentil stew

    Greek Lentil and Sausage Stew (Φακές και Λουκάνικα)

    September 24, 2025

    How to Make Pork with Celery, The Original Cretan Recipe

    December 24, 2021
  • Authentic Kreatosoupa with Kritharaki – Greek Meat Soup with Orzo Pasta

    Kreatosoupa, greek meat soup with orzo pasta

    Meat soup with orzo pasta, also known as kreatosoupa with kritharaki (Κρεατόσουπα με κριθαράκι) is a traditional Greek comfort winter dish perfect for cozy family…

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    How to Make Cretan Cheese Pies: Kalitsounia

    May 16, 2025
    Lentil stew

    Greek Lentil and Sausage Stew (Φακές και Λουκάνικα)

    September 24, 2025
    orange recipes

    Orange Recipes: Delicious Cretan-Inspired Dishes to Make with Oranges

    January 19, 2025
  • Midia Saganaki: Delicious Greek Saganaki Mussels Recipe!

    greek saganaki mussels

    A classic Greek seafood dish, Midia Saganaki brings the flavors of the Mediterranean straight to your table. This flavorful recipe combines tender mussels with a…

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    avocado spread

    Greek Style Avocado Spread

    April 27, 2025
    greek stuffed eggplants - papoutsakia

    Papoutsakia: Greek Stuffed Eggplants with Meat & Béchamel

    June 24, 2025
    Greek style snacks for christmas

    Savor Greece: 14 Greek-Inspired Snacks for Holiday & Parties!

    December 21, 2024
  • Greek-Inspired Fajitas: 7+7 Tortilla Wraps Your Kids Will Love!

    back to school fajitas

    The Busy Parent’s Guide to Easy School Lunches: As the school year ramps up, preparing lunches that are healthy, tasty, and easy to make can…

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    nicoise salad

    Niçoise Salad: A Mediterranean Classic You Can Make at Home

    February 9, 2025
    garlic greek yogurt buns

    Garlic Yogurt Bread Buns with Sweet Chili Chicken Filling

    August 26, 2025
    Syrup for Baklava

    How to Make Syrup for Baklava: Fast & Easy Recipe

    November 27, 2024
  • Cretan Gamopilafo: The Timeless Pilaf for Weddings and Everyday Feasts

    cretan pilafi

    Discover the rich, creamy delight of Cretan Gamopilafo, a traditional dish reserved for weddings that also adds a touch of celebration to any day. This…

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

    December 28, 2024
    cretan cheese pies

    How to Make Cretan Cheese Pies: Kalitsounia

    May 16, 2025
    Kreatosoupa, greek meat soup with orzo pasta

    Authentic Kreatosoupa with Kritharaki – Greek Meat Soup with Orzo Pasta

    March 7, 2025
  • How to Make Vasilopita: Greek New Year’s Cake!

    Learn how to prepare Vasilopita, the Greek New Year's Cake.

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    Syrup for Baklava

    How to Make Syrup for Baklava: Fast & Easy Recipe

    November 27, 2024
    greek yogurt ice cream

    Greek Yogurt Ice Cream: A Healthy Frozen Treat!

    March 7, 2025
    GREEK YOGURT BAGELS

    Super Easy New York Style (kind of) Bagels Made with Greek Yogurt

    August 10, 2025
  • How to Make Pork with Celery, The Original Cretan Recipe

    Pork with Celery: Check this popular winter dish perfect for Christmas!

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    Greek-Style Thanksgiving Dishes: Bring a Mediterranean Island Touch to Your Holiday Table

    August 11, 2025

    7 Greek-Inspired Recipes with Spinach (That Are Not Spanakopita)

    February 2, 2025

    Greek Pork with Celery and Avgolemono Sauce That You’ll Love!

    December 24, 2021

 

Gabi & Tolis
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.

Καλή όρεξη!
(That’s bon appétit in Greek!)

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