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  • Meal Type
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch & Dinner
    • Snacks & Appetizers
    • Side Dishes
    • Salads
    • Soups & Stews
    • Desserts
    • Drinks & Beverages
  • Occasions
    • Christmas
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    • Med Life
      • Cretan Diet
      • Travel Foodie
  • Dietary Needs
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  • 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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    Greek Fava Dip: A Taste of Santorini in Every Bite!

    March 7, 2025

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

    October 8, 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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    easy thanksgiving recipes

    8 Quick and Easy Thanksgiving Recipes to Save Your Holiday

    August 11, 2025
    Moroccan Ghoriba

    Delicious Moroccan Ghoriba: Buttery Almond and Semolina Cookies

    February 8, 2025
    thanksgiving salads

    Fresh & Festive Thanksgiving Salads That Steal the Show

    August 9, 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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    saganaki cheese recipe

    How to Make Saganaki Cheese: A Show-Stopping Appetizer!

    February 16, 2025
    Syrup for Baklava

    How to Make Syrup for Baklava: Fast & Easy Recipe

    November 27, 2024
    greek yogurt recipes

    10 Delicious Greek Yogurt Recipes for a Fresh, Healthy Twist

    January 6, 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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    How to Make Crete’s Favorite Ekmek Kataifi (Greek-Style with Custard and Whipped Cream)

    January 9, 2026
    valentine's day sweets

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

    January 8, 2025
    Myzithra

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    August 7, 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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    Cheesy Christmas Tree Pull-Apart Bread (or Anytime Pull-Apart Delight!)

    December 14, 2025
    MASCARPONE CHEESE CREAM

    Mascarpone Cheese Cream: Perfect for Cakes or a Simple Dessert

    September 10, 2025
    halloween muffins

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

    September 19, 2025
  • Fall Pumpkin Hummus – Perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving

    This super easy pumpkin hummus spread is a smooth, seasonal twist on classic hummus, made with roasted pumpkin and pecan nuts, that’s perfect for fall…

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    Zucchini Pie with Herbs and Homemade Dough

    August 14, 2025
    pineapple and coconut cheesecake recipe

    Tropical Dream: Pineapple and Coconut Cheesecake

    September 9, 2025
    christmas cookies

    Super Easy Christmas Cookies (A Family Favorite)

    December 21, 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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    CRETAN SWEETS

    Sweets from Crete, Traditional Cretan Sweets and Desserts You Will Love!

    November 27, 2024
    6 WINTER GREEK RECIPES

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

    November 26, 2024

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

    December 24, 2021
  • Ultimate Thanksgiving Recipe Hub

    thanksgiving recipe hub

    Thanksgiving is a time for gathering, gratitude, and — most importantly — great food. This complete guide brings together everything you need for a flawless…

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    Moroccan Ghoriba

    Delicious Moroccan Ghoriba: Buttery Almond and Semolina Cookies

    February 8, 2025
    PUMPKIN MUFFINS

    Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins – Soft, Spiced & Perfect for Fall

    October 14, 2025
    thankgiving appetizers

    Best Thanksgiving Appetizers to Impress Your Guests from the First Bite

    August 9, 2025
  • 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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    Loukoumades recipe

    Loukoumades Recipe & Everything About Greece’s Most Beloved Dessert

    November 15, 2024
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    Greek Yogurt Muffins: A Light and Delicious Breakfast Treat

    January 15, 2025
    recipes featuring feta

    7 Delicious Recipes Featuring Greek Feta Cheese (Beyond Salads)

    January 30, 2025
  • Cozy Cakes for Thanksgiving and Fall

    Cakes for Thanksgiving and Fall (1)

    Fall cakes are all about warm spices, seasonal fruits, and textures. This post focuses on those kinds of cakes that capture all the flavors of…

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

    December 14, 2025
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    September 10, 2025

    Quick Greek Lemon Pulp Cake (Using Leftover Lemon Pulp)

    July 2, 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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    Thanksgiving Sweets

    Irresistible Sweets for Thanksgiving: 10 Festive Treats Everyone Will Love

    August 9, 2025

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    December 30, 2021
    valentine's day sweets

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    January 8, 2025
  • 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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    Zucchini Pie

    Cretan-Style Kolokythopita (Zucchini Pie with Phyllo Dough, Herbs, and Feta)

    June 30, 2025
    pork chop recipes

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    September 25, 2025

    7 Greek-Inspired Recipes with Chickpeas (That Are Not Salads)

    January 14, 2026
  • 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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    February 6, 2025
  • Fresh & Festive Thanksgiving Salads That Steal the Show

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    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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    CUCUMBER RECIPES

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    February 20, 2025
  • Best Thanksgiving Appetizers to Impress Your Guests from the First Bite

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    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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    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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    Refreshing Watermelon and Peach Sorbet

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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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