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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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    meat filled finger rolls

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  • Middle Eastern Muhammara Recipe

    muhammara

    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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    December 21, 2024
    MUSHROOM MOZZARELLA BRUSCHETTA

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    July 10, 2025
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  • 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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    February 21, 2025
  • 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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    cretan rustic bread with grated tomato

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

    June 1, 2025
    mediterranean meal prep

    Mediterranean Meal Prep Ideas (+ Downloadable Shopping List and More)

    October 9, 2025
    homemade tagliatelle

    Homemade Tagliatelle: How I Learned to Make Them in Italy

    January 10, 2026
  • The Viral 3-Ingredient Microwave Brownie You’ll Be Making Again and Again

    3 ingredient brownie

    There’s something magical about discovering a dessert so easy and so delicious that it immediately becomes part of your weekly rhythm. Enter the viral 3-ingredient…

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    greek yogurt parfait

    Greek Yogurt Parfait: A Healthy and Easy Treat!

    March 14, 2025
    nicoise salad

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    February 9, 2025
    SPINACH PIES

    How to Make Cretan Spinach and Cheese Pies: Kalitsounia

    May 16, 2025
  • Low-Calorie Greek Food: Best Dishes to Try

    low calorie greek recipes

    Greek cuisine is famous for using fresh ingredients and healthy staples. But many people don’t realize that it also offers delicious low-calorie dishes to eat…

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    stuffed pork loin with feta and spinach

    Greek-Style Christmas Stuffed Pork Loin with Feta and Spinach

    January 27, 2025
    Loukoumades recipe

    Loukoumades Recipe & Everything About Greece’s Most Beloved Dessert

    November 15, 2024
    greek winter soups

    10 Greek Winter Soups to Warm Up & Regain Your Ideal Shape After the Holidays!

    January 2, 2025
  • Village-Style Cretan Dolmadakia Recipe: Stuffed Wine Leaves

    how to make dolmadakia

    Small and delicately wrapped, dolmadakia—also known as dolmades—are a favorite dish in Crete. These stuffed vine leaves can be served as a first course, a…

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    Greek style snacks for christmas

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

    December 21, 2024
    taramosalata taramasalata

    Taramosalata Recipe: Greek Fish Roe Dip

    February 21, 2025
    avocado spread

    Greek Style Avocado Spread

    April 27, 2025
  • How to Make Cretan Spinach and Cheese Pies: Kalitsounia

    SPINACH PIES

    Flaky, fragrant, and filled with the green freshness of herbs and soft cheeses, Cretan spinach and cheese pies—kalitsounia—are a cherished staple of the island’s home…

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    7 Days of Mediterranean-Inspired Breakfasts: Kickstart Your Day the Right Way!

    January 27, 2025
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    February 16, 2025
    greek feta salad recipes

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    December 19, 2024
  • Delicious Beetroot Dip with Greek Yogurt, Walnuts & Feta Cheese (Egyptian Beet Dip)

    Beetroot dip

    This creamy, earthy, and tangy beet dip, topped with crunchy walnuts and crumbled feta, is a Middle Eastern classic turned modern party favorite. Serve it…

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    WATERMELON ICE CREAM

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    March 14, 2025
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    January 31, 2025

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    May 5, 2025
  • Authentic Chaniotiko Boureki: Cretan Summer Pie

    boureki

    Crete, the largest Greek island, is a mosaic of stunning landscapes and culinary traditions shaped by centuries of history. Among Crete’s many specialties, Chaniotiko Boureki…

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    RECIPES WITH LEMONS

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  • How to Make Authentic Baba Ganoush: Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip

    Baba ganoush is a creamy, smoky eggplant dip that has become popular around the world. This delicious dish comes from the Levant region in the…

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    ITALIAN PESTO

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    July 1, 2025
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    January 28, 2025
  • How to Make Authentic Melitzanosalata: Greek Eggplant Dip Recipe

    Melitzanosalata is a traditional Greek eggplant dip holding a special place in Crete’s culinary landscape. As a key component of the Cretan diet, eggplants prepared…

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    SOUTZOUKAKIA GREEK-TURKISH MEATBALLS

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  • How to Make Cretan Zucchini Fritters (Plus Gluten-Free Version)

    Kolokythokeftedes (Greek: Κολοκυθοκεφτέδες) are the most delicious zucchini fritters, especially popular in Crete, where local ingredients and several herbs give them a distinct regional flair.…

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  • Greek Style Avocado Spread

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    skordalia recipe

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  • How to Make Perfect Homemade Falafel

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

    baked beans gigantes plaki

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  • Super Easy Greek Yogurt Dip for Veggies

    greek yogurt dip

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  • Greek Yogurt Oatmeal That’s Easy & Nutritious

    greek yogurt oatmeal

    This Greek Yogurt Oatmeal is a wholesome breakfast that combines creamy Greek yogurt and the heartiness of oats. It’s packed with protein and fiber, making…

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  • Greek Yogurt Parfait: A Healthy and Easy Treat!

    greek yogurt parfait

    This Greek Yogurt Parfait is the perfect breakfast or snack. It’s layered with creamy Greek yogurt, fresh fruit, and crunchy granola. Start your day with…

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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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