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  • Meal Type
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    • Snacks & Appetizers
    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Desserts
    • Drinks & Beverages
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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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    JUICES AND SMOOTHIES

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    February 8, 2025
    MUSHROOM MOZZARELLA BRUSCHETTA

    Mushroom-Stuffed Bruschetta with Mozzarella, Tomato & Parsley

    July 10, 2025
  • 7 Greek Pasta Recipes That Are So Easy to Make!

    greek pasta recipes

    Pasta is a comfort food beloved around the world, and Greece has its own unique way of making it. By combining simple, high-quality ingredients like…

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    Quick Greek Lemon Pulp Cake (Using Leftover Lemon Pulp)

    July 2, 2025
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    14 Healthy and Tasty Greek Snacks for Everyday!

    February 15, 2025
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    October 3, 2025
  • Greek Apple Cake Perfect for Winter

    APPLE CAKE

    As the weather cools, I enjoy warm, spiced desserts, and this Greek apple cake has quickly become a favorite. Layers of cake alternate with cinnamon-spiced…

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    Christopsomo: Greek Christmas Bread (Ingredients & Easy Recipe)

    December 18, 2024
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    Bakaliaros Skordalia and Other Greek Recipes for Oxi Day (October 28)

    August 30, 2025
    FANOUROPITA

    How to Make Fanouropita: Greek Saint Fanourios Cake

    August 26, 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 Vasilopita: Greek New Year’s Cake!

    December 30, 2021
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    How to Make a Traditional Greek Moussaka That You Will Love!

    January 10, 2026

    Super Traditional Greek Baklava Recipe That You’ll Love!

    December 24, 2021
  • Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins – Soft, Spiced & Perfect for Fall

    PUMPKIN MUFFINS

    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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    zelnik

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

    January 31, 2025
    Thanksgiving side dishes

    Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dishes That Outshine the Turkey

    August 11, 2025

    Fall Pumpkin Hummus – Perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving

    September 26, 2025
  • Giouvetsi with Pork – A Greek Comfort Classic

    PORK GIOUVETSI

    Giouvetsi is a true Sunday dish — simple, slow-cooked, and worth every minute. While many make it with beef or lamb, here in Crete we…

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    5 Cretan Meze Recipes for Your Christmas Celebration!

    November 21, 2024
    GREEK PIE FILLING

    Irresistible Greek Pie Fillings: Traditional Recipes for Every Taste

    December 30, 2024

    Cheers to Greece: 7 Delicious Rakomelo Cocktails You’ll Love to Try!

    December 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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    January 29, 2025
    avocado spread

    Greek Style Avocado Spread

    April 27, 2025
    MARINATED CHICKEN WITH GREEK YOGURT (2)

    Chicken with Greek Yogurt Marinade

    July 18, 2025
  • 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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    SPINACH PIES

    How to Make Cretan Spinach and Cheese Pies: Kalitsounia

    May 16, 2025
    CRETAN DAKOS RECIPE

    Original Cretan Dakos Recipe That You Will Love!

    October 1, 2024
    Lentil stew

    Greek Lentil and Sausage Stew (Φακές και Λουκάνικα)

    September 24, 2025
  • Pumpkin Purée Recipe: Great For All Your Fall Dishes!

    This pumpkin purée is quick, smooth, and full of natural flavor — perfect as a side for roasted dishes, or to use in pies and…

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    The Only Tomato Sauce You Need (Especially When the Fridge Is Empty)

    August 3, 2025

    Cinnamon Swirl Cookies

    December 21, 2025

    Classic Soft Sugar Cookies That Are Perfect for Christmas!

    November 2, 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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    SALSA CRIOLLA

    Authentic Argentinian Salsa Criolla Recipe

    August 4, 2025
    FLANK STEAK

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    September 9, 2025
    chimichurri chicken casserole

    Chimichurri Chicken Casserole

    October 18, 2025
  • Cretan Bougatsa with Myzithra Cheese

    how to make bougatsa

    Cretan bougatsa is a flaky pastry filled with myzithra cheese and sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon. A favorite breakfast in Chania and Heraklion, this traditional…

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    Cretan Christmas Chocolate & Almond Cookies

    December 21, 2025
    6 WINTER GREEK RECIPES

    6 Delicious Greek Winter Recipes That You Will Love to Cook!

    November 26, 2024
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    Cretan Pies: Varieties & Traditions About Crete’s Baked Treats!

    November 13, 2024
  • 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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    rizogalo

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    January 31, 2025
  • Cretan Olive Oil Chocolate Cake: Tasty & Simple!

    Cretan Olive Oil Chocolate Cake: This rich, moist chocolate cake is full of flavor and crafted with Cretan olive oil instead of butter. It’s quick…

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    5 GREEK COCKTAILS

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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)

    A light, flavorful pasta dish that comes together in minutes, with fresh vegetables and a hint of spice. Perfect for a simple lunch or a…

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  • Fall Pumpkin Hummus – Perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving

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

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    Easy Chocolate Biscuits for Halloween (and Every Occasion!)

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  • Easy Greek Yogurt Pita Bread To Make in Under 5 Minutes

    GREEK YOGURT PITA BREAD

    If you’ve ever wanted a warm, soft pita bread but thought it was too complicated to make, this recipe will change your mind. With just…

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  • 17 Simple (Yet Delicious) Ways to Cook Pork Chops

    pork chop recipes

    Pork chops are one of those meals that never go out of style. They can be quick and simple on a weeknight or slow-cooked into…

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    December 21, 2025

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

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  • Soft and Chewy American Chocolate Chip Cookies – Easy Recipe

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  • Greek Lentil and Sausage Stew (Φακές και Λουκάνικα)

    Lentil stew

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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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