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  • Meal Type
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    • Snacks & Appetizers
    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Desserts
    • Drinks & Beverages
  • Occasions
    • Christmas
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    • Med Life
      • Cretan Diet
      • Travel Foodie
  • Dietary Needs
    • Low Cal
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  • Winter’s Favorite Pumpkin Velouté Soup: Creamy, Comforting & Fast

    Nothing like a warm bowl of pumpkin velouté to make winter feel cozy!Smooth, slightly sweet, and utterly comforting, this soup comes together faster than you…

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    CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE (1)

    Decadent Peanut Butter Oreo Biscuit Cheesecake

    September 21, 2025
    pasta salad

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

    July 31, 2025

    Savory Ham and Cheese Rolls – Pinwheel Style

    August 20, 2025
  • Homemade Tagliatelle: How I Learned to Make Them in Italy

    homemade tagliatelle

    Fresh tagliatelle takes pasta night to the next level. Thin ribbons that cook in minutes and hold sauce perfectly — from a quick garlic-butter drizzle…

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    7 Greek-Inspired Recipes with Spinach (That Are Not Spanakopita)

    February 2, 2025
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    Simple Spaghetti with Onions, Red Pepper & Zucchini – Quick and Delicious

    September 26, 2025

    7 Greek Vegetarian Dishes You Will Enjoy Adding to Your Everyday Diet!

    December 21, 2024
  • The Gnocchi I Learned in Italy: A Simple, Soulful Potato Recipe

    how to make gnocchi

    For me, gnocchi are not just an Italian classic; they’re a reminder of how food travels, adapts, and quietly becomes part of your own kitchen…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    baked beans gigantes plaki

    How to Make Greek Gigantes: Baked Giant Beans in Tomato Sauce

    March 26, 2025
    falafel recipe

    How to Make Perfect Homemade Falafel

    April 1, 2025
    greek cabbage rolls

    How to Make Lahanodolmades: Greek Cabbage Rolls

    January 4, 2026
  • Quick Cranberry Muffins From the Pantry (Plus a Chocolate Version for Kids)

    Waking up with a craving you can actually satisfy without leaving the house… especially when coffee is involved? This recipe is for you!Cranberry muffins are…

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

    January 14, 2026
    halloween muffins

    Spooky Halloween Monster Muffins (Made with the Easiest Chocolate Cake Base!)

    September 19, 2025
    MASCARPONE CHEESE CREAM

    Mascarpone Cheese Cream: Perfect for Cakes or a Simple Dessert

    September 10, 2025
  • Greek Chicken Pita with Peppers & Zucchini

    A quick and colorful meal that brings the taste of Greek street food home — chicken, caramelized vegetables, and your favorite creamy sauce tucked into…

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    FANOUROPITA

    How to Make Fanouropita: Greek Saint Fanourios Cake

    August 26, 2025

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

    January 9, 2026
    SOUTZOUKAKIA GREEK-TURKISH MEATBALLS

    How to Make Authentic Greek Soutzoukakia (Smoky Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)

    August 6, 2025
  • Chimichurri Chicken Casserole

    chimichurri chicken casserole

    A bright twist on classic chicken casserole — this one gets its punch from Argentine chimichurri, a hit of lime, and just enough heat to…

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    HOW TO MAKE EMPANADAS

    From Buenos Aires with Love: Classic Argentine Empanadas Made Anywhere

    September 7, 2025
    SALSA CRIOLLA

    Authentic Argentinian Salsa Criolla Recipe

    August 4, 2025
    chimichurri

    Authentic Argentine Chimichurri Sauce – The Classic Steak Condiment from Argentina

    August 29, 2025
  • 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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    recipes with apples

    7 Sweet and Savory Recipes with Apples You’ll Love To Try Now!

    February 1, 2025
    CUCUMBER RECIPES

    7 Refreshing Greek-Inspired Cucumber Recipes You’ll Love

    February 20, 2025

    7 Greek-Inspired Pumpkin Recipes: Perfect for Thanksgiving or Fall!

    October 8, 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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    greek yogurt pancakes

    Fluffy Greek Yogurt Pancakes: A Delicious and Healthy Breakfast Treat

    February 3, 2025
    how to make easter tsoureki bread

    Easter Tsoureki: How to Make the Perfect Greek Sweet Bread

    February 19, 2025
    baked beans gigantes plaki

    How to Make Greek Gigantes: Baked Giant Beans in Tomato Sauce

    March 26, 2025
  • 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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    mediterranean meal prep

    Mediterranean Meal Prep Ideas (+ Downloadable Shopping List and More)

    October 9, 2025
    Fatay

    Fatay: Argentina’s Arab Empanadas

    September 5, 2025
    orange recipes

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

    January 19, 2025
  • 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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    Savory Ham and Cheese Rolls – Pinwheel Style

    August 20, 2025
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    Everything You Want to Know About Greek Bread Types!

    December 25, 2024

    Soft and Chewy American Chocolate Chip Cookies – Easy Recipe

    September 24, 2025
  • How to Make Spicy Harissa Sauce

    Harissa Sauce

    Harissa is a spicy North African chili paste that adds heat and depth to many dishes, from grilled meats to roasted vegetables and stews. Originating…

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    Parmesan cookies

    Myzithra and Parmesan Cheese Cookies: A Greek-Italian Appetizer with Flair

    August 6, 2025
    chocolate baklava cupcakes

    Baklava Cupcakes with Honey and Chocolate Glaze

    February 21, 2025
    WATERMELON ICE CREAM

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

    March 14, 2025
  • Mascarpone Cheese Cream: Perfect for Cakes or a Simple Dessert

    MASCARPONE CHEESE CREAM

    Prepare with My Cretan Recipe this luscious, velvety mascarpone cream that’s quick to make and perfect for chocolate cakes or served on its own in…

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    greek yogurt recipes

    10 Delicious Greek Yogurt Recipes for a Fresh, Healthy Twist

    January 6, 2025
    pineapple and coconut cheesecake recipe

    Tropical Dream: Pineapple and Coconut Cheesecake

    September 9, 2025
    recipes with figs

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    February 16, 2025
  • Authentic Argentine Chimichurri Sauce – The Classic Steak Condiment from Argentina

    chimichurri

    Roots in Argentina define me, even as I cook from Greece. I bring the bold herb-forward flair of chimichurri to my Cretan grill—it’s a bridge…

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    FLANK STEAK

    Oven-Baked Flank Steak with Chimichurri and Roasted Vegetables

    September 9, 2025
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    From Buenos Aires to Athens: The Greek Yogurt Chocotorta Remix

    July 3, 2025
    Fatay

    Fatay: Argentina’s Arab Empanadas

    September 5, 2025
  • How to Make Fanouropita: Greek Saint Fanourios Cake

    FANOUROPITA

    Moist, spiced, and deeply symbolic, Fanouropita is more than just a cake in Greece—it’s a sweet tradition baked every year on August 27th in honor…

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    December 19, 2024
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    July 8, 2025
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    January 31, 2025
  • Sweet and Spicy Chicken with Vegetables

    sweet and spicy chili chicken

    A delicious and quick dinner fix, this Sweet and Spicy Chicken with Vegetables is super tasty thanks to a sweet chili marinade. It’s fantastic for…

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    Refreshing Watermelon and Peach Sorbet

    July 10, 2025
    christmas cookies

    Super Easy Christmas Cookies (A Family Favorite)

    December 21, 2025
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    September 22, 2025
  • 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 busy cooks, last-minute planners, and…

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    5 GREEK COCKTAILS

    5 Cocktails with Raki from Crete to Celebrate New Year’s Eve!

    November 21, 2024
    4TH JULY MENU

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

    July 3, 2025
    FANOUROPITA

    How to Make Fanouropita: Greek Saint Fanourios Cake

    August 26, 2025
  • 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 you’ll ever make. Trust me,…

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    GREEK YOGURT PITA BREAD

    Easy Greek Yogurt Pita Bread To Make in Under 5 Minutes

    September 26, 2025
    peanut butter and greek yogurt cheesecake

    Peanut Butter and Greek Yogurt Cheesecake

    July 7, 2025
    Syrup for Baklava

    How to Make Syrup for Baklava: Fast & Easy Recipe

    November 27, 2024
  • 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 board is your answer. It…

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    SPANAKOPITA TRIANGLES

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    August 6, 2025

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    November 21, 2024
  • Authentic Argentinian Salsa Criolla Recipe

    SALSA CRIOLLA

    Though I live in Greece, my roots are firmly planted in Argentina. One of my favorite traditions to bring to the Cretan grill is salsa…

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    How to Make Cretan Zucchini Fritters (Plus Gluten-Free Version)

    May 1, 2025
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    September 26, 2025
    greek fasolada

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    August 26, 2025
  • The Only Tomato Sauce You Need (Especially When the Fridge Is Empty)

    This is one of those super simple, back-pocket recipes everyone should know. It’s basic, easy, and honestly kind of a lifesaver. You don’t need much…

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    dulce de leche cheesecake

    Dulce de Leche Cheesecake: Incredibly Easy to Make!

    October 8, 2025
    ITALIAN PESTO

    Authentic Italian Pesto: A Trusted Family Recipe

    July 1, 2025
    TZATZIKI

    Classic Greek Tzatziki: A Simple & Delicious Recipe!

    November 27, 2021
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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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