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  • Meal Type
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    • Salads
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    • Drinks & Beverages
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  • 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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    Gabi Ancarola

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    Fall Pumpkin Hummus – Perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving

    September 26, 2025

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

    January 14, 2026

    Zucchini Pie with Herbs and Homemade Dough

    August 14, 2025
  • How to Decorate the “Happee Birthdae Harry” Cake (Hagrid Style)

    A little crooked, generously messy, and filled with love — this is how I decorate the iconic “Happee Birthdae Harry” cake, inspired by Hagrid, Harry…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    thanksgiving bread

    Best Homemade Thanksgiving Bread: Warm, Fresh, and Festive

    August 11, 2025
    thankgiving appetizers

    Best Thanksgiving Appetizers to Impress Your Guests from the First Bite

    August 9, 2025
    lemon and yogurt cake

    Greek Yogurt and Lemon Cake: A Zesty, Moist Delight

    February 5, 2025
  • Cinnamon Swirl Cookies

    Tiny cinnamon rolls disguised as cookies. Soft, fragrant, and filled with warm cinnamon sugar, these Cinnamon Swirl Cookies bring all the comfort of a classic…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    Super Easy No-Egg Tiramisu: The Creamy Classic Made Simple

    September 6, 2025

    Classic Soft Sugar Cookies That Are Perfect for Christmas!

    November 2, 2025
    MASCARPONE CHEESE CREAM

    Mascarpone Cheese Cream: Perfect for Cakes or a Simple Dessert

    September 10, 2025
  • Cretan Christmas Chocolate & Almond Cookies

    Soft, rustic cookies inspired by the flavors of Crete and dressed up for Christmas. These chocolate–almond Cretan cookies blend the warmth of traditional island flavors…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    meat filled finger rolls

    Cretan-Style Meat Appetizers (Kreatopitakia)

    June 1, 2025
    how to make bougatsa

    Cretan Bougatsa with Myzithra Cheese

    October 4, 2025
    meatballs chicken and zucchini (3)

    Cretan-style Chicken and Zucchini Meatballs

    July 21, 2025
  • Super Easy Christmas Cookies (A Family Favorite)

    christmas cookies

    Every Christmas, there’s one recipe I return to without hesitation. These cookies are that recipe. I started baking them years ago for my sons’ school…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    How to Make Vasilopita: Greek New Year’s Cake!

    December 30, 2021
    tyrokafteri

    Greek-Style Christmas Starter: Tirokafteri (Spicy Whipped Feta Dip)

    March 26, 2025
    stuffed pork loin with feta and spinach

    Greek-Style Christmas Stuffed Pork Loin with Feta and Spinach

    January 27, 2025
  • Easy Halloween Party Snacks: Spook-tacular Bites for Your Monster Bash

    Halloween snacks

    Keep your Halloween guests happily munching with these spooky party snacks! Ideal for casual gatherings or all-night festivities, these easy Halloween party snacks combine creepy…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    vegan taramasalata

    Lenten Recipe: Greek Vegan Taramosalata Dip That’s Super Tasty!

    February 21, 2025
    greek fava dip

    Greek Fava Dip: A Taste of Santorini in Every Bite!

    March 7, 2025

    5 Cretan Meze Recipes for Your Christmas Celebration!

    November 21, 2024
  • Dulce de Leche Cheesecake: Incredibly Easy to Make!

    dulce de leche cheesecake

    This Dulce de Leche Cheesecake is smooth, sweet, and easy to put together. With a simple biscuit base and that deep caramel flavor, it’s the…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    FLANK STEAK

    Oven-Baked Flank Steak with Chimichurri and Roasted Vegetables

    September 9, 2025
    chimichurri chicken casserole

    Chimichurri Chicken Casserole

    October 18, 2025
    chocotorta with greek yogurt

    From Buenos Aires to Athens: The Greek Yogurt Chocotorta Remix

    July 3, 2025
  • Soft and Chewy American Chocolate Chip Cookies – Easy Recipe

    Soft, chewy, and loaded with chocolate chips, these American cookies are a classic treat you can make at home with simple ingredients. American-style chocolate chip…

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    Apostolis (Tolis)

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    Zucchini Pie with Herbs and Homemade Dough

    August 14, 2025

    The Only Tomato Sauce You Need (Especially When the Fridge Is Empty)

    August 3, 2025
    christmas cookies

    Super Easy Christmas Cookies (A Family Favorite)

    December 21, 2025
  • Easy Chocolate Biscuits for Halloween (and Every Occasion!)

    Crisp, cocoa-rich, and perfect for decorating—these chocolate biscuits are the ultimate bake for Halloween, Christmas, or simply an afternoon coffee break. Halloween has a way…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    sweet and spicy chili chicken

    Sweet and Spicy Chicken with Vegetables

    August 26, 2025
    homemade tagliatelle

    Homemade Tagliatelle: How I Learned to Make Them in Italy

    January 10, 2026
    christmas cookies

    Super Easy Christmas Cookies (A Family Favorite)

    December 21, 2025
  • Spooky Halloween Monster Muffins (Made with the Easiest Chocolate Cake Base!)

    halloween muffins

    Looking for a simple yet delicious recipe to wow your kids this Halloween? These spooky chocolate monster muffins are made with the famous “wacky cake”…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    Super Easy No-Egg Tiramisu: The Creamy Classic Made Simple

    September 6, 2025

    Soft and Chewy American Chocolate Chip Cookies – Easy Recipe

    September 24, 2025
    homemade tagliatelle

    Homemade Tagliatelle: How I Learned to Make Them in Italy

    January 10, 2026
  • 14 Greek-Inspired Focaccia Sandwich Ideas That Are to Die For

    FOCACCIA SANDWICH SPINACH AND FETA

    Focaccia, with its airy texture and crust, is the perfect foundation for a good sandwich. When combined with Greek flavors, it becomes an irresistible fusion…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    HAM AND FETA PHYLLO PASTRIES

    Crispy Ham, Feta and Basil Phyllo Pastries

    August 2, 2025

    Fall Pumpkin Hummus – Perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving

    September 26, 2025
    7 greek spreads to prepare at home

    7 Greek Spreads You’ll Love: Bold Flavors of the Mediterranean

    December 21, 2024
  • 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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    Gabi Ancarola

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    pasta salad

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

    July 31, 2025
    upside down apple cake

    Fall Upside Down Apple Cake Recipe

    August 15, 2025

    Savory Ham and Cheese Rolls – Pinwheel Style

    August 20, 2025
  • Savory Ham and Cheese Rolls – Pinwheel Style

    These savory ham and cheese rolls are a delicious twist on the classic cinnamon roll style pastry. Soft, fluffy dough filled with melted cheese and…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    sweet and spicy chili chicken

    Sweet and Spicy Chicken with Vegetables

    August 26, 2025
    TZATZIKI

    Classic Greek Tzatziki: A Simple & Delicious Recipe!

    November 27, 2021

    Refreshing Watermelon and Peach Sorbet

    July 10, 2025
  • Myzithra and Parmesan Cheese Cookies: A Greek-Italian Appetizer with Flair

    Parmesan cookies

    A savory cookie that blends the sharpness of Italian cheese with the earthiness of Cretan tradition? Yes, please! These Parmesan and myzithra cookies are the…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    MUSHROOM MOZZARELLA BRUSCHETTA

    Mushroom-Stuffed Bruschetta with Mozzarella, Tomato & Parsley

    July 10, 2025
    PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS

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

    July 22, 2025

    How to Make Authentic Baba Ganoush: Middle Eastern Eggplant Dip

    May 5, 2025
  • How to Make Authentic Greek Soutzoukakia (Smoky Meatballs in Tomato Sauce)

    SOUTZOUKAKIA GREEK-TURKISH MEATBALLS

    Originally brought to Greece from Smyrna (modern-day Turkey), these cumin-spiced meatballs are shaped into oval logs, pan-seared, and then simmered in spiced tomato sauce. Served…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    Galaktoboureko without semolina

    Galaktoboureko Without Semolina (Greek Custard Pie)

    July 1, 2025
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    Fluffy Greek Yogurt Pancakes: A Delicious and Healthy Breakfast Treat

    February 3, 2025
    HOW TO MAKE MELOMAKARONA

    Melomakarona: Delicious Greek Christmas Cookies That You’ll Love!

    December 18, 2021
  • How to Make Pizza Dough: My Timeless Recipe

    HOW TO MAKE PIZZA DOUGH

    Easy, quick, and always a success — this is the dough I’ve used for over 20 years, ever since my time in Italy. It’s a…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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

    January 9, 2026

    Versatile Fig and Tomato Chutney with Thyme & Habanero Chili

    August 17, 2025
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    September 22, 2025
  • How to Make Authentic Greek Gyros at Home

    how to make gyros at home

    Juicy, flavorful, and wrapped in pita bread, these homemade gyros bring the taste of Greece right into your kitchen! Made with chicken, pork, or lamb,…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    Authentic Homemade Greek Lemonade (Spitiki Lemonada)

    July 2, 2025

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

    October 8, 2025
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    How to Make Authentic Greek Fasolada: A Timeless White Bean Soup

    August 26, 2025
  • Delicious Recipe for Homemade Greek Souvlaki You’ll Love!

    how to make greek souvlaki

    Souvlaki, one of Greece’s most famous street foods, is made of small pieces of marinated meat (pork, chicken, or lamb) grilled on skewers. It’s served…

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    greek pita bread recipe

    How to Make Authentic Greek Pita Bread at Home

    March 14, 2025

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

    January 9, 2026
    FOCACCIA SANDWICH SPINACH AND FETA

    14 Greek-Inspired Focaccia Sandwich Ideas That Are to Die For

    September 1, 2025
  • How to Make Authentic Greek Pita Bread at Home

    greek pita bread recipe

    Soft, fluffy, and slightly chewy, Greek pita bread goes well with tzatziki and wrapped around gyros, it’s also good for scooping up hummus and dips.…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    greek leek pie prassopita

    Chicken Prassopita: Greek Leek Pie with Feta & Chicken

    September 21, 2025
    chocolate baklava

    Irresistible Greek Chocolate Baklava: A Decadent Twist on a Classic Favorite

    January 3, 2025
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    Greek Yogurt Ice Cream: A Healthy Frozen Treat!

    March 7, 2025
  • Zesty Greek Lemon Ice Cream Recipe You’ll Love!

    lemon ICE CREAM recipe

    Lemon is a staple ingredient in Greek cuisine and is often used in summer recipes. One of the most delightful ways to enjoy its zesty…

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    Gabi Ancarola

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    dulce de leche cheesecake

    Dulce de Leche Cheesecake: Incredibly Easy to Make!

    October 8, 2025
    chocolate baklava

    Irresistible Greek Chocolate Baklava: A Decadent Twist on a Classic Favorite

    January 3, 2025
    valentine's day sweets

    7 Cretan-Inspired Valentine’s Day Sweets Your Sweetheart Will Adore

    January 8, 2025
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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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