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  • Oven-Baked Portobello Mushrooms with Mozzarella, Tomatoes & Spanish Chorizo

    PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS

    Hearty, juicy portobello mushrooms baked with melted mozzarella, tomatoes, and smoky Spanish chorizo — an easy and satisfying dish full of Mediterranean flavor. Portobello mushrooms…

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  • Cretan Potato Salad with Smoky Garlic-Yogurt Sauce

    A rustic, creamy Cretan potato salad with a mayo made with smoky roasted garlic, Greek yogurt, and lemon — perfect with grilled meats, meze platters,…

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    June 30, 2025

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  • Cretan-style Chicken and Zucchini Meatballs

    meatballs chicken and zucchini (3)

    These juicy Cretan-style chicken and zucchini meatballs are packed with herbs, cheese, and a touch of raki — perfect with potato salad, yogurt, and a…

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  • Middle Eastern Muhammara Recipe

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    Muhammara is a deeply flavorful roasted red pepper and walnut dip that hails from the Levant. It’s rich, smoky, tangy, and slightly spicy, which makes…

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  • Everything About Greek Yogurt

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    In this article, we explore what makes real Greek yogurt so special, how it’s made, and why it has become beloved around the world. Greek…

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    Herbs in Cretan Gastronomy: Flavors & Traditions

    March 26, 2025
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    August 7, 2025
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    December 25, 2024
  • Chicken with Greek Yogurt Marinade

    MARINATED CHICKEN WITH GREEK YOGURT (2)

    This Greek Yogurt Marinade is the perfect way to add flavor and tenderness to your chicken! The yogurt, combined with garlic, lime, and spices, helps…

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    Low-Calorie Greek Food: Best Dishes to Try

    May 18, 2025
    SPANAKOPITA TRIANGLES

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    August 1, 2025
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    September 21, 2025
  • Healthy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad

    GREEK YOGURT CHICKEN SALAD

    This Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is a healthier twist on the classic chicken salad! Made with Greek yogurt instead of mayo, it’s perfect for a…

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

    February 16, 2025
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    March 13, 2025
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    December 19, 2024
  • Mushroom-Stuffed Bruschetta with Mozzarella, Tomato & Parsley

    MUSHROOM MOZZARELLA BRUSCHETTA

    Sometimes all I want is something simple but a little bit special, like these mushroom-stuffed bruschetta. I love how the garlicky, toasted bread pairs with…

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    February 9, 2025
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    January 19, 2025
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  • Refreshing Watermelon and Peach Sorbet

    Beat the scorching summer heat with this refreshing Watermelon and Peach Sorbet—a simple treat commonly enjoyed in Cretan homes when temperatures soar. Sweet, juicy, and…

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    December 24, 2021

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  • How to Make Sfakianes Pites from Crete

    sfakianes pites from crete

    Sfakianes Pites are a beloved specialty from Sfakia, in western Crete’s Chania region. These thin, cheese-filled pies, lightly fried and drizzled with thyme honey, are…

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  • Meat & Mountains: Traditional Ways Cretans Cook Meat

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    When most people think of Greek cuisine, their minds jump straight to seafood and island life by the sea. But Crete tells a different story.…

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

    SOFRITO FROM CORFU - photo 2 header

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  • Peanut Butter and Greek Yogurt Cheesecake

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    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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  • Authentic Homemade Greek Lemonade (Spitiki Lemonada)

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  • Authentic Italian Pesto: A Trusted Family Recipe

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  • Galaktoboureko Without Semolina (Greek Custard Pie)

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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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