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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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  • Dietary Needs
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  • 7 Simple Greek Recipes with Cabbage

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  • My Go-To Summer Pasta Salad: A Hearty Caprese-Inspired Classic

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    Fresh, fast, and full of Mediterranean flavor—this is my go-to summer pasta salad, inspired by my time in Italy and still a favorite here in…

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    Three Greek-Inspired Recipes with Salmon You Will Love!

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    WATERMELON ICE CREAM

    Refreshing Watermelon Ice Cream: A Sweet and Healthy Summer Treat!

    March 14, 2025
  • 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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    Cretan Olive Oil Chocolate Cake: Tasty & Simple!

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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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    Greek Yogurt Parfait: A Healthy and Easy Treat!

    March 14, 2025
  • 7 Refreshing Greek-Inspired Cucumber Recipes You’ll Love

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    Cool, crisp, and summery, cucumbers are a staple in Greek cuisine, bringing crunch and subtle sweetness to several dishes. While Greek salad is a classic,…

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    Midia Saganaki: Delicious Greek Saganaki Mussels Recipe!

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  • 7 Irresistible Greek Recipes with Figs That Capture the Essence of the Mediterranean

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    Sweet, luscious, and deeply rooted in Mediterranean history, figs are a staple in Greek cuisine. Fresh or dried figs add a naturally sweet depth to…

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    Greek-Style Christmas Starter: Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Dip (Htipiti)

    March 26, 2025

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

    January 9, 2026
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    Bring the Magic of a Greek Christmas Table to Your Home with this E-Book

    December 5, 2025
  • Niçoise Salad: A Mediterranean Classic You Can Make at Home

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    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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    December 18, 2024
  • 7 Delicious Recipes with Lentils You’ll Love Making Over and Over Again!

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    Lentils are the ultimate comfort food, packed with protein, fiber, and endless versatility. You can use them to cook up a hearty stew or to…

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  • 7 Delicious Recipes with Beetroot You’ll Love!

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    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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    March 14, 2025
  • 7 Salads with Halloumi Cheese You’ll Love!

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    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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    FANOUROPITA

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  • 7 Greek-Inspired Salads with Chickpeas

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

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  • 5 Refreshing Mediterranean Salads to Lighten Up After the Holiday Feasts (+ 1 Bonus Cretan Salad!)

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  • Cretan Salad with Dakos: A Taste & Different Version of Dakos You Will Love!

    Check this original Cretan dako salad recipe without potatoes!

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  • Delicious Greek Salad Dressing That You Must Have in Your Fridge (+ 7 Tasty Variations)

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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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