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  • Meal Type
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    • Snacks & Appetizers
    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Desserts
    • Drinks & Beverages
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  • Best Thanksgiving Appetizers to Impress Your Guests from the First Bite

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    I always believe a great Thanksgiving starts with a thoughtful appetizer spread — it’s the perfect way to welcome guests and whet everyone’s appetite before…

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    Super Easy Greek Yogurt Dip for Veggies

    March 14, 2025
    PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS

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

    July 22, 2025
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    Greek-Style Christmas Starter: Tirokafteri (Spicy Whipped Feta Dip)

    March 26, 2025
  • Irresistible Sweets for Thanksgiving: 10 Festive Treats Everyone Will Love

    Thanksgiving Sweets

    Thanksgiving isn’t just about the turkey — for me, it’s also the excuse to indulge in warm, comforting sweets that capture the cozy flavors of…

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

    January 9, 2026
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    Spooky Halloween Monster Muffins (Made with the Easiest Chocolate Cake Base!)

    September 19, 2025
    ITALIAN TIRAMISU RECIPE

    Classic Italian Tiramisu Recipe (Make it the Real Way!)

    June 2, 2025
  • Opa! The Ultimate Greek Foodie Holiday Gift Guide

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    This guide is perfect for Early Birds: Shop Prime Day & Skip the Last-Minute Holiday Stress! Why wait until December to start your holiday shopping…

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    September 8, 2025
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    The Ultimate Guide to Essences, Flavors, and Extracts in Baking

    September 19, 2025
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    Spices That Bring Heat to Your Cooking

    September 9, 2025
  • Greek-Inspired 4th of July Food Ideas to Pair with Your Barbecue (Plus a Sweet Bonus Treat!)

    4TH JULY MENU

    Celebrate the 4th of July with a Mediterranean twist! These Greek-inspired barbecue sides and snacks are packed with fresh flavor and pair perfectly with gyros,…

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    14 Healthy and Tasty Greek Snacks for Everyday!

    February 15, 2025

    Greek-Style Thanksgiving Dishes: Bring a Mediterranean Island Touch to Your Holiday Table

    August 11, 2025
    CHOCOLATE CAKES

    7 Irresistible Mediterranean Chocolate Cakes You Need to Try!

    February 4, 2025
  • Baklava Cupcakes with Honey and Chocolate Glaze

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    Want a fun, bite-sized twist? These baklava-inspired cupcakes with a honey and chocolate glaze bring the nutty taste of baklava into a soft cupcake that…

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    Orange Recipes: Delicious Cretan-Inspired Dishes to Make with Oranges

    January 19, 2025
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    Homemade Tagliatelle: How I Learned to Make Them in Italy

    January 10, 2026
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    Fatay: Argentina’s Arab Empanadas

    September 5, 2025
  • Greek Yogurt Vanilla Cake: Moist, Fluffy, and Delicious

    GREEK YOGURT VANILLA CAKE

    This Greek Yogurt Vanilla Cake is a tender and subtly sweet cake. Made with Greek yogurt, the cake is naturally moist and soft without being…

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    Baklava Cupcakes with Honey and Chocolate Glaze

    February 21, 2025
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    7 Cretan-Inspired Valentine’s Day Sweets Your Sweetheart Will Adore

    January 8, 2025
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    Best Thanksgiving Appetizers to Impress Your Guests from the First Bite

    August 9, 2025
  • 14 Healthy and Tasty Greek Snacks for Everyday!

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    Adapting more complex recipes and using Greek-inspired ingredients, you can easily create light snacks to enjoy throughout the day or appetizers to share with friends.…

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    MARINATED CHICKEN WITH GREEK YOGURT (2)

    Chicken with Greek Yogurt Marinade

    July 18, 2025
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    How to Make Lahanodolmades: Greek Cabbage Rolls

    January 4, 2026
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    7 Greek Pasta Recipes That Are So Easy to Make!

    October 14, 2025
  • Delicious Moroccan Ghoriba: Buttery Almond and Semolina Cookies

    Moroccan Ghoriba

    The traditional Moroccan Ghoriba cookie has a buttery taste and a crumbly, rustic texture. It’s made either with almonds or semolina and has a slightly…

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    Light & Luscious: Greek Yogurt Tiramisu (A Guilt-Free Twist on the Classic)

    June 24, 2025
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    Irresistible Greek Chocolate Baklava: A Decadent Twist on a Classic Favorite

    January 3, 2025

    Scary Monster Halloween Chocolate Cheesecake

    October 27, 2025
  • Greek Yogurt and Lemon Cake: A Zesty, Moist Delight

    lemon and yogurt cake

    This cake is a refreshing dessert that combines the tang of Greek yogurt with a citrus touch of lemon. Moist, simple to make, and delicious,…

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    Fresh & Festive Thanksgiving Salads That Steal the Show

    August 9, 2025
    GREEK YOGURT VANILLA CAKE

    Greek Yogurt Vanilla Cake: Moist, Fluffy, and Delicious

    February 17, 2025

    How to Decorate the “Happee Birthdae Harry” Cake (Hagrid Style)

    January 9, 2026
  • 7 Irresistible Mediterranean Chocolate Cakes You Need to Try!

    CHOCOLATE CAKES

    These chocolate cakes take indulgence to the next level. They use olive oil, citrus, nuts, and spices, all ingredients that highlight the depth and complexity…

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    MEDITERRANEAN CHRISTMAS SWEETS

    26 Delicious Mediterranean Christmas Sweets to Add to Your Holiday Table!

    June 28, 2025
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    November 15, 2024

    Creamy Greek-Style Mango Ice Cream Recipe

    March 14, 2025
  • Creamy Rizogalo (Greek Rice Pudding) Recipe: The Ultimate Cinnamon-Infused Delight

    rizogalo

    Rizogalo is Greece’s beloved rice pudding, known for its texture and subtle sweetness. The name combines “rizi” (rice) and “gala” (milk), reflecting its simple yet…

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    March 26, 2025
    SPANAKOPITA TRIANGLES

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    August 1, 2025
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    Delicious Greek Salad Dressing That You Must Have in Your Fridge (+ 7 Tasty Variations)

    December 12, 2021
  • Flaky Balkan Zelnik: The Ultimate Apple-Filled (or Pumpkin-Filled) Winter Pastry!

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    Zelnik is a traditional Macedonian and Balkan pastry known for its flaky, golden layers and rich, spiced filling. It’s enjoyed in winter and is filled…

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    Exquisite Cretan Grape Spoon Sweet That’s Easy to Make in No Time!

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  • Sip on Romance: 7 Greek-Inspired Cocktails for Valentine’s Day!

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    Celebrate this Valentine’s Day with a taste of Greece! Check out these Greek-inspired Valentine’s Day cocktails you will love! Valentine’s Day is all about love,…

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    SPANAKOPITA TRIANGLES

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    Oven-Baked Moussaka: A Lighter Take on a Greek Classic

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    November 27, 2021
  • 7 Cretan-Inspired Valentine’s Day Sweets Your Sweetheart Will Adore

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    Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love, and what better way to express affection than by preparing delightful Cretan-inspired sweets for your beloved? These…

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    September 24, 2025
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    May 16, 2025
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    January 19, 2025
  • Cretan Gamopilafo: The Timeless Pilaf for Weddings and Everyday Feasts

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    Discover the rich, creamy delight of Cretan Gamopilafo, a traditional dish reserved for weddings that also adds a touch of celebration to any day. This…

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    December 24, 2021
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    May 7, 2025
  • Cheers to Greece: 7 Delicious Rakomelo Cocktails You’ll Love to Try!

    Rakomelo is a unique Cretan drink that combines the flavors of raki, honey, and spices to create a warm and sweet experience. In this post,…

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    March 7, 2025
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    August 14, 2025
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    January 8, 2025
  • 5 Cocktails with Raki from Crete to Celebrate New Year’s Eve!

    5 GREEK COCKTAILS

    New Year’s Eve is perfect for trying something unique and exciting. Cretan raki, also known as tsikoudia, can elevate your festivities with its versatile use in…

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

    July 30, 2025
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    December 21, 2025
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    Learn how to prepare Vasilopita, the Greek New Year's Cake.

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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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