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  • Meal Type
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    • Snacks & Appetizers
    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Desserts
    • Drinks & Beverages
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    • Med Life
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  • Dietary Needs
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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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    Refreshing Watermelon and Peach Sorbet

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    ITALIAN PESTO

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  • 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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    zelnik

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    January 31, 2025
    VALENTINE's DAY COCKTAILS FROM GREECE

    Sip on Romance: 7 Greek-Inspired Cocktails for Valentine’s Day!

    January 20, 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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    Easy Chocolate Biscuits for Halloween (and Every Occasion!)

    September 21, 2025

    Versatile Fig and Tomato Chutney with Thyme & Habanero Chili

    August 17, 2025

    Savory Ham and Cheese Rolls – Pinwheel Style

    August 20, 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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    May 7, 2025
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    June 1, 2025
    cretan pilafi

    Cretan Gamopilafo: The Timeless Pilaf for Weddings and Everyday Feasts

    January 6, 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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    htipiti roasted pepper dip

    Greek-Style Christmas Starter: Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Dip (Htipiti)

    March 26, 2025
    PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS

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

    July 22, 2025

    Cheesy Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Bread (or Anytime Pull-Apart Delight!)

    December 14, 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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    Savory Ham and Cheese Rolls – Pinwheel Style

    August 20, 2025
    skordalia recipe

    How to Make Authentic Greek Skordalia

    April 7, 2025
    lagana

    How to Make Lagana: Traditional Greek Flatbread Recipe

    February 21, 2025
  • 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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    SALSA CRIOLLA

    Authentic Argentinian Salsa Criolla Recipe

    August 4, 2025
    FLANK STEAK

    Oven-Baked Flank Steak with Chimichurri and Roasted Vegetables

    September 9, 2025
    Fatay

    Fatay: Argentina’s Arab Empanadas

    September 5, 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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    HOW TO MAKE PIZZA DOUGH

    How to Make Pizza Dough: My Timeless Recipe

    August 4, 2025

    Cheesy Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Bread (or Anytime Pull-Apart Delight!)

    December 14, 2025
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    September 22, 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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    pasta salad

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

    July 31, 2025
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    Spooky Halloween Monster Muffins (Made with the Easiest Chocolate Cake Base!)

    September 19, 2025
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    17 Simple (Yet Delicious) Ways to Cook Pork Chops

    September 25, 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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    Easy Chocolate Biscuits for Halloween (and Every Occasion!)

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    TZATZIKI

    Classic Greek Tzatziki: A Simple & Delicious Recipe!

    November 27, 2021
  • 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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    SPINACH PIES

    How to Make Cretan Spinach and Cheese Pies: Kalitsounia

    May 16, 2025
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    Lenten Recipe: Greek Vegan Taramosalata Dip That’s Super Tasty!

    February 21, 2025
    CRETAN CHARCUTERIE BOARD

    How to Make a Cretan-Style Charcuterie Board That Will Impress Everyone!

    August 7, 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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    Gabi Ancarola

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    ITALIAN PESTO

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    July 1, 2025
    CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CHEESECAKE (1)

    Decadent Peanut Butter Oreo Biscuit Cheesecake

    September 21, 2025
    dulce de leche cheesecake

    Dulce de Leche Cheesecake: Incredibly Easy to Make!

    October 8, 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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  • 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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  • 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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    GREEK PIE FILLING

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  • How to Make Pizza Dough: My Timeless Recipe

    HOW TO MAKE PIZZA DOUGH

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    COCOA CAKE

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  • How to Make Authentic Greek Gyros at Home

    how to make gyros at home

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    GREEK ISLANDS FOOD

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    Quick Greek Lemon Pulp Cake (Using Leftover Lemon Pulp)

    July 2, 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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  • 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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    PUMPKIN BREAD

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  • Zesty Greek Lemon Ice Cream Recipe You’ll Love!

    lemon ICE CREAM recipe

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    Super Traditional Greek Baklava Recipe That You’ll Love!

    December 24, 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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