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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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    • Med Life
      • Cretan Diet
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  • Dietary Needs
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  • 7 Greek-Inspired Recipes with Chickpeas (That Are Not Salads)

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    Cabbage is a humble, versatile vegetable that plays an important role in Greek cuisine. From stews to baked casseroles, pies, and stuffed dishes, cabbage adds…

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    Syrup for Baklava

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    Octopus and squid are iconic ingredients in Greek seafood cuisine. They are commonly found in salads, stews, grilled dishes, and casseroles. Greek preparations often use…

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    MARINATED CHICKEN WITH GREEK YOGURT (2)

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  • Fresh & Nourishing Greek Yogurt Smoothie

    greek yogurt smoothie

    A Greek Yogurt Smoothie is a delicious and healthy drink that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack after the gym. Packed with protein and fresh…

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    October 8, 2025
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    February 15, 2025
  • Pumpkin Bread with Olive Oil, Honey, & Fresh Ginger

    PUMPKIN BREAD

    This pumpkin bread one isn’t your typical sugary loaf — it’s soft, lightly spiced, and has a little Greek twist with orange juice, olive oil,…

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    How to Make Avgolemono

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    December 21, 2024
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    March 4, 2025
    salad dressing for greek salad

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    December 12, 2021
  • Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins – Soft, Spiced & Perfect for Fall

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    Pumpkin season makes baking feel extra cozy. When the weather starts to cool down, these pumpkin muffins are one of my favorite things to make…

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

    December 14, 2025
    FANOUROPITA

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    August 26, 2025
    5 GREEK COCKTAILS

    5 Cocktails with Raki from Crete to Celebrate New Year’s Eve!

    November 21, 2024
  • 7 Greek-Inspired Pumpkin Recipes: Perfect for Thanksgiving or Fall!

    Pumpkin is a versatile and seasonal ingredient that shines in Greek cuisine. It can complement a tray of roasted vegetables, but it’s also great to…

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    greek yogurt cheesecake

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  • Greek Savory Pumpkin Pie

    Greek pumpkin pie

    Pumpkin is a star ingredient in Greek and Thanksgiving kitchens. With its natural sweetness, texture, and color, it lends itself perfectly to festive dishes. This…

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    CRETAN CHARCUTERIE BOARD

    How to Make a Cretan-Style Charcuterie Board That Will Impress Everyone!

    August 7, 2025

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

    July 30, 2025

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    December 24, 2021
  • How to Make Kounoupidokeftedes: Greek Cauliflower Fritters

    cauliflower fritters

    Kounoupidokeftedes, or Greek cauliflower fritters, are a beloved dish across Greece, or maybe just at home… but that’s enough to share this recipe with you.…

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  • 7 Fantastic Greek-Inspired Recipes with Potatoes

    recipes with potatoes

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

    pasta onion zucchini and peppers (1)

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    TURKISH FLAVORS IN CRETAN CUISINE

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  • Tuna Pie in Puff Pastry – Super Easy, Super Tasty

    tuna pie puff pastry

    This Tuna Pie in Puff Pastry is one of those recipes that never fails to impress while taking almost no effort at all: It’s the…

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  • How to Make Fanouropita: Greek Saint Fanourios Cake

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  • Fresh & Festive Thanksgiving Salads That Steal the Show

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  • How to Make Tomatokeftedes: Santorini’s Famous Tomato Fritters

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    WATERMELON ICE CREAM

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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.

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