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Chicken with Greek Yogurt Marinade
This Greek Yogurt Marinade is the perfect way to add flavor and tenderness to your chicken! The yogurt, combined with…
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Healthy Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad
This Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad is a healthier twist on the classic chicken salad! Made with Greek yogurt instead of…
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Mushroom-Stuffed Bruschetta with Mozzarella, Tomato & Parsley
Sometimes all I want is something simple but a little bit special, like these mushroom-stuffed bruschetta. I love how the…
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Refreshing Watermelon and Peach Sorbet
Beat the scorching summer heat with this refreshing Watermelon and Peach Sorbet—a simple treat commonly enjoyed in Cretan homes when…
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How to Make Sfakianes Pites from Crete
Sfakianes Pites are a beloved specialty from Sfakia, in western Crete’s Chania region. These thin, cheese-filled pies, lightly fried and…
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Meat & Mountains: Traditional Ways Cretans Cook Meat
When most people think of Greek cuisine, their minds jump straight to seafood and island life by the sea. But…
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Corfiot Sofrito Recipe: A Classic Dish from the Island of Corfu
Corfiot Sofrito is a traditional Greek dish from Corfu. It is a flavorful and comforting dish made with just a…
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Opa! The Ultimate Greek Foodie Holiday Gift Guide
This guide is perfect for Early Birds: Shop Prime Day & Skip the Last-Minute Holiday Stress! Why wait until December…
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Peanut Butter and Greek Yogurt Cheesecake
A decadent yet healthy twist on cheesecake: this Peanut Butter & Greek Yogurt Cheesecake combines rich peanut butter and tangy…
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From Buenos Aires to Athens: The Greek Yogurt Chocotorta Remix
Enjoy the iconic Argentine Chocotorta (torta de Chocolinas) with a Greek twist! Creamy Greek yogurt replaces the usual cream cheese,…
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Greek-Inspired 4th of July Food Ideas to Pair with Your Barbecue (Plus a Sweet Bonus Treat!)
Celebrate the 4th of July with a Mediterranean twist! These Greek-inspired barbecue sides and snacks are packed with fresh flavor…
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Quick Greek Lemon Pulp Cake (Using Leftover Lemon Pulp)
Want to make a quick, tasty sweet to enjoy with friends? This cake comes to the rescue! Check out this…
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Authentic Homemade Greek Lemonade (Spitiki Lemonada)
A traditional Greek lemonade syrup made with fresh lemon juice, sugar, and fructose, meant to be diluted when served. Refreshing,…
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Authentic Italian Pesto: A Trusted Family Recipe
A quick and flavorful homemade pesto that captures the essence of Italian simplicity—perfect for busy nights or Sunday meals. After…
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Galaktoboureko Without Semolina (Greek Custard Pie)
A crisp phyllo pie filled with a velvety vanilla custard and finished with a bright lemon syrup—Galaktoboureko is Greek dessert…
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Cretan Ingredient Substitutions & Other Useful Tips
Cooking Cretan recipes at home, but can’t find all the local ingredients? No problem—we’ve got you covered! You might be…
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Cretan-Style Kolokythopita (Zucchini Pie with Phyllo Dough, Herbs, and Feta)
Kolokythopita — zucchini pie — celebrates the abundance of Cretan summer. Unlike its more widely known cousin, spanakopita, this humble…
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26 Delicious Mediterranean Christmas Sweets to Add to Your Holiday Table!
The Mediterranean is home to incredible holiday traditions, many of which center around sweet, irresistible treats. Think of the honey-drenched…
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How to Make Greek-Style Béchamel with Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Béchamel sauce, known in Greece as “besamel,” is a cornerstone of many beloved dishes like moussaka, pastitsio, and papoutsakia. Traditionally…
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Papoutsakia: Greek Stuffed Eggplants with Meat & Béchamel
In the heart of Greek cuisine lies a dish that embodies comfort and tradition: Papoutsakia, which translates to “little shoes”…
