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  • Meal Type
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch & Dinner
    • Snacks & Appetizers
    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Desserts
    • Drinks & Beverages
  • Occasions
    • Christmas
    • Easter
    • Celebrations
    • Med Life
      • Cretan Diet
      • Travel Foodie
  • Dietary Needs
    • Low Cal
    • Vegan – Vegetarian
    • Healthy Choices
  • Chimichurri Chicken Casserole

    chimichurri chicken casserole

    A bright twist on classic chicken casserole — this one gets its punch from Argentine chimichurri, a hit of lime, and just enough heat to…

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    Golden Fried Mini Empanadas: A Festive Argentine Appetizer

    September 8, 2025
    HOW TO MAKE EMPANADAS

    From Buenos Aires with Love: Classic Argentine Empanadas Made Anywhere

    September 7, 2025
  • Dulce de Leche Cheesecake: Incredibly Easy to Make!

    dulce de leche cheesecake

    This Dulce de Leche Cheesecake is smooth, sweet, and easy to put together. With a simple biscuit base and that deep caramel flavor, it’s the…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    chimichurri

    Authentic Argentine Chimichurri Sauce – The Classic Steak Condiment from Argentina

    August 29, 2025
    chocotorta with greek yogurt

    From Buenos Aires to Athens: The Greek Yogurt Chocotorta Remix

    July 3, 2025
    HOW TO MAKE EMPANADAS

    From Buenos Aires with Love: Classic Argentine Empanadas Made Anywhere

    September 7, 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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    Gabi Ancarola

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    SALSA CRIOLLA

    Authentic Argentinian Salsa Criolla Recipe

    August 4, 2025
    chocotorta with greek yogurt

    From Buenos Aires to Athens: The Greek Yogurt Chocotorta Remix

    July 3, 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

    Crispy, bite-sized, and packed with flavor, these fried mini Argentine empanadas are perfect for holiday entertaining. Served warm, they’re the kind of appetizer that disappears…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    MUSHROOM MOZZARELLA BRUSCHETTA

    Mushroom-Stuffed Bruschetta with Mozzarella, Tomato & Parsley

    July 10, 2025
    hummus recipe

    How to Make a Perfect Hummus at Home

    January 8, 2025

    Cheesy Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Bread (or Anytime Pull-Apart Delight!)

    December 14, 2025
  • From Buenos Aires with Love: Classic Argentine Empanadas Made Anywhere

    HOW TO MAKE EMPANADAS

    Nothing beats biting into a warm, juicy Argentine empanada. It’s the kind of food that makes people gather around the table and instantly brings a…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    VEGETARIAN MOUSSAKA

    Vegetarian Moussaka Recipe: A Delicious Meat-Free Twist on a Greek Classic

    February 11, 2025
    7 mediterranean dishes

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

    December 18, 2024

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

    January 14, 2026
  • Fatay: Argentina’s Arab Empanadas

    Fatay

    Fatay — also known as Turkish empanadas — feature a soft, slightly chewy dough filled with spiced minced beef, onions, tomatoes, peppers, and a generous…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    chimichurri

    Authentic Argentine Chimichurri Sauce – The Classic Steak Condiment from Argentina

    August 29, 2025
    dulce de leche cheesecake

    Dulce de Leche Cheesecake: Incredibly Easy to Make!

    October 8, 2025

    Golden Fried Mini Empanadas: A Festive Argentine Appetizer

    September 8, 2025
  • Authentic Argentine Chimichurri Sauce – The Classic Steak Condiment from Argentina

    chimichurri

    Roots in Argentina define me, even as I cook from Greece. I bring the bold herb-forward flair of chimichurri to my Cretan grill—it’s a bridge…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    FLANK STEAK

    Oven-Baked Flank Steak with Chimichurri and Roasted Vegetables

    September 9, 2025
    dulce de leche cheesecake

    Dulce de Leche Cheesecake: Incredibly Easy to Make!

    October 8, 2025
    chimichurri chicken casserole

    Chimichurri Chicken Casserole

    October 18, 2025
  • Authentic Argentinian Salsa Criolla Recipe

    SALSA CRIOLLA

    Though I live in Greece, my roots are firmly planted in Argentina. One of my favorite traditions to bring to the Cretan grill is salsa…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    avocado spread

    Greek Style Avocado Spread

    April 27, 2025
    baked beans gigantes plaki

    How to Make Greek Gigantes: Baked Giant Beans in Tomato Sauce

    March 26, 2025
    greek fasolada

    How to Make Authentic Greek Fasolada: A Timeless White Bean Soup

    August 26, 2025
  • From Buenos Aires to Athens: The Greek Yogurt Chocotorta Remix

    chocotorta with greek yogurt

    Enjoy the iconic Argentine Chocotorta (torta de Chocolinas) with a Greek twist! Creamy Greek yogurt replaces the usual cream cheese, and homemade dulce de leche…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    recipes with apples

    7 Sweet and Savory Recipes with Apples You’ll Love To Try Now!

    February 1, 2025
    greek yogurt ice cream

    Greek Yogurt Ice Cream: A Healthy Frozen Treat!

    March 7, 2025
    3 ingredient brownie

    The Viral 3-Ingredient Microwave Brownie You’ll Be Making Again and Again

    May 29, 2025

 

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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