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  • Niçoise Salad: A Mediterranean Classic You Can Make at Home

    nicoise salad

    This Niçoise-style salad is healthy, made with fresh ingredients, and balances protein and vegetables. It can be served as a light lunch, a low-calorie dinner,…

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  • Refreshing Greek Juices and Smoothies: Taste the Mediterranean in Every Sip!

    JUICES AND SMOOTHIES

    These Greek-inspired juices and smoothies add vitamins and nutrients to your daily routine and offer health benefits and a delicious taste. The Mediterranean diet emphasizes…

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    gluten free cake - greek yogurt and almond cake

    Gluten-Free Cake with Greek Yogurt and Almonds That You’ll Love!

    February 16, 2025
    spinach and feta frittata

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

    January 24, 2025
    greek salad

    Traditional Greek Salad Recipe (Horiatiki Salata) & Unique Creative Variations!

    January 25, 2025
  • Delicious Moroccan Ghoriba: Buttery Almond and Semolina Cookies

    Moroccan Ghoriba

    The traditional Moroccan Ghoriba cookie has a buttery taste and a crumbly, rustic texture. It’s made either with almonds or semolina and has a slightly…

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    How to Make Crete’s Favorite Ekmek Kataifi (Greek-Style with Custard and Whipped Cream)

    January 9, 2026
    HOW TO MAKE MELOMAKARONA

    Melomakarona: Delicious Greek Christmas Cookies That You’ll Love!

    December 18, 2021

    Kourabiedes: The Perfect Greek Christmas Cookies!

    December 19, 2021
  • The Most Delicious Greek Lemon Potatoes: Patates Lemonates

    patates lemonates

    Crispy, zesty, and irresistibly Greek, these lemon potatoes will shine on any table. Learn how to make this tasty side dish, which goes well with…

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    7 Greek-Inspired Recipes with Chickpeas (That Are Not Salads)

    January 14, 2026
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    December 19, 2024
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    February 4, 2025
  • Spanakopita Recipe: How to Make a Traditional Greek Spinach Pie!

    spanakopita recipe

    Spanakopita is one of Greece’s most iconic dishes. This delicious Greek pie is filled with a savory blend of spinach, feta cheese, and aromatic herbs,…

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    Kourabiedes: The Perfect Greek Christmas Cookies!

    December 19, 2021
    greek pasta recipes

    7 Greek Pasta Recipes That Are So Easy to Make!

    October 14, 2025
    MARINATED CHICKEN WITH GREEK YOGURT (2)

    Chicken with Greek Yogurt Marinade

    July 18, 2025
  • 7 + 1 Greek-Inspired Zucchini Recipes That You’ll Love!

    zucchini recipes

    Zucchini is a staple in Greek cuisine, loved for its mild flavor, tender texture, and versatility. It can be baked, grilled, or fried for extra…

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    greek yogurt popsicles

    Greek Yogurt Popsicles: A Refreshing, Healthy Treat

    January 8, 2025
    greek yogurt parfait

    Greek Yogurt Parfait: A Healthy and Easy Treat!

    March 14, 2025
    cauliflower fritters

    How to Make Kounoupidokeftedes: Greek Cauliflower Fritters

    October 3, 2025
  • Fluffy Greek Yogurt Pancakes: A Delicious and Healthy Breakfast Treat

    greek yogurt pancakes

    Start your day right with these fluffy Greek yogurt pancakes! These pancakes are healthy but also irresistibly soft and flavorful. You can enjoy them plain…

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    greek chocolate baklava rolls

    Chocolate Baklava Rolls That Are So Easy to Make

    August 12, 2025
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    March 13, 2025

    7 Authentic Greek Christmas Main Dishes to Elevate Your Holiday Table

    December 21, 2024
  • Leftover Spanish Tortilla: A Delicious Reinvention of Your Sunday Barbecue

    leftover tortilla

    Got leftovers from your Sunday barbecue? Don’t let them go to waste! This Spanish tortilla recipe transforms leftover sausage, potatoes, and peppers into a mouthwatering…

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    How to Make Authentic Baba Ganoush: Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip

    May 5, 2025
    cretan rustic bread with grated tomato

    Rustic Cretan Bread with Grated Tomato, Olive Oil, Garlic, and Oregano

    June 1, 2025
    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
  • Mediterranean Lemon and Almond Cake: The Perfect Sunday Treat!

    lemon and almond cake

    Some cakes just feel like a Sunday tradition. This Mediterranean lemon and almond cake is one of them: simple and fragrant, it’s the kind of…

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    GREEK YOGURT BAGELS

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

    August 10, 2025

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    February 19, 2025
  • 7 Greek-Inspired Recipes with Spinach (That Are Not Spanakopita)

    Spinach is a cornerstone of Greek cuisine, celebrated for its ability to shine in traditional and modern dishes. While spanakopita is the most famous spinach-based…

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

    Cretan Wild Greens

    Cretan wild greens are a delicious and nutritious part of the island’s natural heritage. With around 300 different types of edible greens and herbs, these…

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    CRETAN SWEETS

    Sweets from Crete, Traditional Cretan Sweets and Desserts You Will Love!

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    Cretan Pies

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

    November 13, 2024

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

    December 24, 2021
  • 7 Sweet and Savory Recipes with Apples You’ll Love To Try Now!

    recipes with apples

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    MEDITERRANEAN CHRISTMAS SWEETS

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  • Creamy Rizogalo (Greek Rice Pudding) Recipe: The Ultimate Cinnamon-Infused Delight

    rizogalo

    Rizogalo is Greece’s beloved rice pudding, known for its texture and subtle sweetness. The name combines “rizi” (rice) and “gala” (milk), reflecting its simple yet…

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  • Flaky Balkan Zelnik: The Ultimate Apple-Filled (or Pumpkin-Filled) Winter Pastry!

    zelnik

    Zelnik is a traditional Macedonian and Balkan pastry known for its flaky, golden layers and rich, spiced filling. It’s enjoyed in winter and is filled…

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  • 7 Delicious Recipes with Lentils You’ll Love Making Over and Over Again!

    recipes with lentils

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    greek yogurt popsicles

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    TZATZIKI

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    recipes with eggplants

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  • 7 Delicious Recipes with Beetroot You’ll Love!

    recipes with beetroot

    Beetroot isn’t just vibrant in color—it’s a nutritional powerhouse! Packed with earthy flavors and natural sweetness, this versatile ingredient shines in a variety of dishes.…

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  • Greek-Style Christmas Stuffed Pork Loin with Feta and Spinach

    stuffed pork loin with feta and spinach

    This Christmas stuffed pork loin with feta and spinach is a festive dish. The combination of pork, feta, and spinach makes it a standout recipe…

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    bechamel with olive oil

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    greek winter soups

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    January 2, 2025
  • 7 Salads with Halloumi Cheese You’ll Love!

    salads with halloumi cheese

    Crispy, creamy, and savory, halloumi cheese shines in these Mediterranean-inspired recipes for its flavor and incredible versatility. Halloumi is a traditional cheese from Cyprus, but…

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    January 11, 2025
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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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