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    • Cretan Recipes
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    • Basic & Easy Recipes
    • Made in Argentina
  • Meal Type
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch & Dinner
    • Snacks & Appetizers
    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Desserts
    • Drinks & Beverages
  • Occasions
    • Christmas
    • Easter
    • Celebrations
    • Med Life
      • Cretan Diet
      • Travel Foodie
  • Dietary Needs
    • Low Cal
    • Vegan – Vegetarian
    • Healthy Choices
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  • Versatile Fig and Tomato Chutney with Thyme & Habanero Chili

    Sweet, tangy, spicy, and herby in one jar!This fig and tomato chutney is one of those recipes that feels both…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Fall Upside Down Apple Cake Recipe

    upside down apple cake

    Fall is here, and nothing says cozy like a warm slice of apple cake. This upside-down apple cake is easy…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • How to Make Cretan Anebata (Kalitsounia from Heraklion)

    homemade anebata crete - kalitsounia

    Some sweets steal your heart the first time you taste them. For me, anebata are one of those rare treasures—soft,…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Zucchini Pie with Herbs and Homemade Dough

    This zucchini pie is the kind of recipe that surprises you twice—once when you realize how easy it is to…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Chocolate Baklava Rolls That Are So Easy to Make

    greek chocolate baklava rolls

    Here in Crete, baklava isn’t just a dessert—it’s a little piece of tradition wrapped in layers. I’ve always adored its…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Ultimate Thanksgiving Recipe Hub

    thanksgiving recipe hub

    Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, gratitude, and — most importantly — great food. This complete guide brings together everything…

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

    Celebrate Thanksgiving with recipes that honor your Greek roots while embracing this special holiday—perfect for Greeks in the US, Canada,…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Cozy Cakes for Thanksgiving and Fall

    Cakes for Thanksgiving and Fall (1)

    Fall cakes are all about warm spices, seasonal fruits, and textures. This post focuses on those kinds of cakes that…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • 8 Quick and Easy Thanksgiving Recipes to Save Your Holiday

    easy thanksgiving recipes

    Thanksgiving doesn’t have to mean spending days in the kitchen. These 8 quick and easy Thanksgiving recipes are designed for…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Best Homemade Thanksgiving Bread: Warm, Fresh, and Festive

    thanksgiving bread

    Nothing beats the smell of freshly baked bread filling the house, especially on a special day like Christmas or Thanksgiving.…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • 7 Delicious Recipes with Thanksgiving Turkey Leftovers

    thanksgiving turkey leftovers

    Thanksgiving means plenty of turkey leftovers — don’t let them go to waste! Here are seven tasty recipes to transform…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dishes That Outshine the Turkey

    Thanksgiving side dishes

    As you may have guessed, Thanksgiving isn’t just about the turkey — the same goes for all celebrations. For me,…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Super Easy New York Style (kind of) Bagels Made with Greek Yogurt

    GREEK YOGURT BAGELS

    Soft, chewy, and packed with flavor — these New York-style bagels with Greek yogurt are the easiest, most satisfying bagels…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Baklava Diamonds with Double Chocolate and Walnuts

    double chocolate baklava

    Baklava is a timeless dessert soaked in syrup. It’s luscious, crunchy, and often found in Greek cuisine. This version brings…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Fresh & Festive Thanksgiving Salads That Steal the Show

    thanksgiving salads

    Thanksgiving is all about comforting dishes, but I always love adding a fresh touch to my table with salads that…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Best Thanksgiving Appetizers to Impress Your Guests from the First Bite

    thankgiving appetizers

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

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • 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…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • Baked Tomato and Feta Farfalle with Basil (Φιογκάκι): A Greek Twist on Comfort Food

    Baked farfalle feta and tomato with basil leaves

    Pasta, but make it Greek. This dish brings together feta, sweet tomatoes, and fresh basil in a light, aromatic sauce…

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    Gabi Ancarola
  • How to Replace Myzithra (When You Can’t Find It) and Still Keep That Cretan Soul

    Myzithra

    Yia sou! Here, Tolis and Gabi are writing together (yeah, one of those unique occasions). And when we share the…

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    Apostolis (Tolis)
  • How to Make a Cretan-Style Charcuterie Board That Will Impress Everyone!

    CRETAN CHARCUTERIE BOARD

    A Taste of Crete on One Platter!If you’re looking for a beautiful and delicious way to entertain, a Cretan-style charcuterie…

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    Gabi Ancarola
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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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