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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
    • Vegan – Vegetarian
    • Healthy Choices
  • Greek Apple Cake Perfect for Winter

    APPLE CAKE

    As the weather cools, I enjoy warm, spiced desserts, and this Greek apple cake has quickly become a favorite. Layers of cake alternate with cinnamon-spiced…

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    avocado spread

    Greek Style Avocado Spread

    April 27, 2025
    Greek pumpkin pie

    Greek Savory Pumpkin Pie

    October 8, 2025
    greek feta salad recipes

    7 Delicious Greek Feta Cheese Salads You’ll Love!

    December 19, 2024
  • Pumpkin Bread with Olive Oil, Honey, & Fresh Ginger

    PUMPKIN BREAD

    This pumpkin bread one isn’t your typical sugary loaf — it’s soft, lightly spiced, and has a little Greek twist with orange juice, olive oil,…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    greek yogurt popsicles

    Greek Yogurt Popsicles: A Refreshing, Healthy Treat

    January 8, 2025
    spanakopita recipe

    Spanakopita Recipe: How to Make a Traditional Greek Spinach Pie!

    February 5, 2025
    patates lemonates

    The Most Delicious Greek Lemon Potatoes: Patates Lemonates

    February 6, 2025
  • Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins – Soft, Spiced & Perfect for Fall

    PUMPKIN MUFFINS

    Pumpkin season makes baking feel extra cozy. When the weather starts to cool down, these pumpkin muffins are one of my favorite things to make…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    CHOCOLATE CAKES

    7 Irresistible Mediterranean Chocolate Cakes You Need to Try!

    February 4, 2025
    Thanksgiving side dishes

    Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dishes That Outshine the Turkey

    August 11, 2025
    thanksgiving bread

    Best Homemade Thanksgiving Bread: Warm, Fresh, and Festive

    August 11, 2025
  • 7 Greek-Inspired Pumpkin Recipes: Perfect for Thanksgiving or Fall!

    Pumpkin is a versatile and seasonal ingredient that shines in Greek cuisine. It can complement a tray of roasted vegetables, but it’s also great to…

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    Syrup for Baklava

    How to Make Syrup for Baklava: Fast & Easy Recipe

    November 27, 2024
    bechamel with olive oil

    How to Make Greek-Style Béchamel with Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    June 24, 2025
    how to make greek souvlaki

    Delicious Recipe for Homemade Greek Souvlaki You’ll Love!

    March 26, 2025
  • Greek Savory Pumpkin Pie

    Greek pumpkin pie

    Pumpkin is a star ingredient in Greek and Thanksgiving kitchens. With its natural sweetness, texture, and color, it lends itself perfectly to festive dishes. This…

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    Lentil stew

    Greek Lentil and Sausage Stew (Φακές και Λουκάνικα)

    September 24, 2025

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

    December 24, 2021
    cretan lamb tsigariasto

    How to Make Cretan Lamb Tsigariasto: The Most Traditional Recipe from Crete

    August 17, 2025
  • Pumpkin Purée Recipe: Great For All Your Fall Dishes!

    This pumpkin purée is quick, smooth, and full of natural flavor — perfect as a side for roasted dishes, or to use in pies and…

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    pork chop recipes

    17 Simple (Yet Delicious) Ways to Cook Pork Chops

    September 25, 2025

    Quick Cranberry Muffins From the Pantry (Plus a Chocolate Version for Kids)

    January 10, 2026
    HOW TO MAKE PIZZA DOUGH

    How to Make Pizza Dough: My Timeless Recipe

    August 4, 2025
  • Bakaliaros Skordalia and Other Greek Recipes for Oxi Day (October 28)

    bakaliaros skordalia

    On October 28, Greece celebrates Oxi Day, a national holiday honoring courage, unity, and history. Families gather across the country to watch parades and then…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    greek koulourakia

    Traditional Easter Cookies: Easy & Tasty Greek Koulourakia Recipe

    February 21, 2025
    SOFRITO FROM CORFU - photo 2 header

    Corfiot Sofrito Recipe: A Classic Dish from the Island of Corfu

    July 8, 2025
    Greek kariokes recipe

    Greek Kariokes – Irresistible Nut-Filled Chocolate Crescents

    August 18, 2025
  • 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 to make, comforting, and perfect…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    meatballs chicken and zucchini (3)

    Cretan-style Chicken and Zucchini Meatballs

    July 21, 2025

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

    January 9, 2026
    6 WINTER GREEK RECIPES

    6 Delicious Greek Winter Recipes That You Will Love to Cook!

    November 26, 2024
  • 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, and beyond who want to…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    double chocolate baklava

    Baklava Diamonds with Double Chocolate and Walnuts

    August 9, 2025
    Greek pumpkin pie

    Greek Savory Pumpkin Pie

    October 8, 2025

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

    January 14, 2026
  • 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 those leftovers into new meals!…

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

    February 2, 2025
    spinach and feta frittata

    Feta and Spinach Frittata Recipe: A Healthy Bite That’s Super Easy to Make!

    January 24, 2025
    recipes with chicken

    10 Delicious (& Quick) Greek Chicken Recipes You Will Actually Make

    September 22, 2025
  • 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, it’s the side dishes that…

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    taramosalata taramasalata

    Taramosalata Recipe: Greek Fish Roe Dip

    February 21, 2025
    How to make greek bougiourdi

    Greek Bougiourdi Recipe: A Spicy, Cheesy Delight

    March 26, 2025
    zucchini recipes

    7 + 1 Greek-Inspired Zucchini Recipes That You’ll Love!

    February 4, 2025
  • 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 balance typical autumn ingredients. These…

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    tuna pie puff pastry

    Tuna Pie in Puff Pastry – Super Easy, Super Tasty

    August 29, 2025
    greek yogurt smoothie

    Fresh & Nourishing Greek Yogurt Smoothie

    October 14, 2025

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

    December 18, 2024
  • 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 and whet everyone’s appetite before…

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    MUSHROOMS recipes

    Delicious Greek Mushroom Recipes to Try!

    March 13, 2025
    greek yogurt muffins

    Greek Yogurt Muffins: A Light and Delicious Breakfast Treat

    January 15, 2025
    taramosalata taramasalata

    Taramosalata Recipe: Greek Fish Roe Dip

    February 21, 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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    greek yogurt popsicles

    Greek Yogurt Popsicles: A Refreshing, Healthy Treat

    January 8, 2025
    Moroccan Ghoriba

    Delicious Moroccan Ghoriba: Buttery Almond and Semolina Cookies

    February 8, 2025

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

    December 24, 2021
  • Peanut Butter and Greek Yogurt Cheesecake

    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 Greek yogurt for a lush,…

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    SOFRITO FROM CORFU - photo 2 header

    Corfiot Sofrito Recipe: A Classic Dish from the Island of Corfu

    July 8, 2025
    baked beans gigantes plaki

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

    March 26, 2025
    Greek style snacks for christmas

    Savor Greece: 14 Greek-Inspired Snacks for Holiday & Parties!

    December 21, 2024
  • Greek Yogurt Oatmeal That’s Easy & Nutritious

    greek yogurt oatmeal

    This Greek Yogurt Oatmeal is a wholesome breakfast that combines creamy Greek yogurt and the heartiness of oats. It’s packed with protein and fiber, making…

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    spinach and feta frittata

    Feta and Spinach Frittata Recipe: A Healthy Bite That’s Super Easy to Make!

    January 24, 2025
    barley recipes

    7 Delicious Mediterranean Barley Recipes You Should Try!

    February 21, 2025
    CRETAN DAKOS RECIPE

    Original Cretan Dakos Recipe That You Will Love!

    October 1, 2024

 

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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