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Banana beet greens detox smoothie with superfoods

This delicious banana and beet greens smoothie recipe is packed with fruits and superfoods that will help you cleanse and detox your body. What’s your new year’s resolution? No, drinking every morning this beet greens and superfoods detox smoothie is not my new year’s resolution! This year, I promised myself to give more attention to […]

Most popular recipes of 2017

Let's see which were my most popular recipes of 2017! And while we're at it, let's also see the ones I believe didn't get the credit they deserved! Happy new year my friends! I am not very good at speeches and things like that, but before everything else, I just want to take a moment […]

Mushroom & chestnut creamy risotto

This mushroom and chestnut risotto is a warm and cozy dinner, especially during winter! It's simple, easy, low-fat and gluten-free! Who else thinks that you can never have too many risotto recipes? If you answered “me!!!” then you’re my kind of people! This mushroom and chestnut creamy risotto recipe takes advantage of the warm and […]

Greek milk pie with phyllo (easy bougatsa)

This Greek milk pie is one of the easiest and most delicious phyllo recipes. It's perfect served for breakfast, brunch, or dessert! Just like this easy pumpkin pie with condensed milk, this Greek milk pie with phyllo also uses a can of sweetened milk for ease and for the best flavor. It is a favorite […]

Simple Greek Chickpeas Recipe (Oven Revithada)

Make any chickpea hater love chickpeas in 4 hours. This is how long this life-changing Revithada needs to bake in the oven. An out of the ordinary, but very easy and simple Greek chickpeas recipe that will rock your world.

Shaved fennel, orange & ouzo salad

This shaved fennel and orange salad gets mixed with some walnuts and drizzled with an ouzo-spiked dressing. Make it with any citrus you like! This shaved fennel and orange salad is the last dish of the holiday dinner menu I’ve been posting on the blog these days. So, in case you haven’t read my previous […]

Feta & beet mini tarts with yogurt - olive oil easy crust

These savory feta & beet mini tarts are a healthy and tasty appetizer for any occasion! The recipe can also be made as one large tart. These savory feta and beet mini tarts with yogurt and olive oil easy crust are the perfect appetizer for your holiday dinner menu. And why am I saying holiday […]

Chocolate & candied hazelnut mousse cake

This chocolate and candied hazelnut mousse cake is the perfect, decadent dessert for any occasion. Plus, it’s naturally gluten-free! Finally, it’s time for dessert! And what better dessert than this decadent chocolate and candied hazelnut mousse cake! This recipe is part of the Christmas menu I’m posting on the blog these days. Previously, I posted […]

Moist, fluffy olive oil & pumpkin dinner rolls

These fluffy dinner rolls are made with whole wheat flour, olive oil, and pumpkin puree to become extra moist, delicious and vegan! Hey guys! Since the holidays are just around the corner, I’ve decided to post a series of recipes as a holiday dinner menu and I’m starting with these fluffy dinner rolls because they […]

Easy Italian Crostata Recipe (Jam Tart)

Calling all Italian cuisine lovers! This easy jam tart recipe (Italian crostata di marmellata) is the perfect Italian dessert. With the easiest olive oil shortcrust pastry, this tart recipe comes together in less than 20 minutes and you don't even have to roll out the pie dough. Perfect for the holidays, especially Christmas!

Baked Greek chicken with halloumi and heirloom tomatoes

Mediterranean herbs, halloumi and heirloom tomatoes make this baked, juicy chicken the perfect (gluten-free) dinner! This baked Greek chicken with halloumi and tomatoes is one of the easiest and tastiest dinners you’ll ever try! It has some classic Mediterranean herbs like savory and thyme for a warm and peppery flavor, a bit of fresh lemon […]

Soy-free & protein-rich vegan Bolognese sauce for pasta

This vegan Bolognese sauce is soy-free and rich in protein with a taste very similar to the real thing! Perfect for a meatless dinner! This soy-free and protein-rich vegan Bolognese sauce is the closest thing to a real Bolognese I have ever tasted! It has a deep “meaty” taste, a warm spicy aroma and enough […]

Chewy olive oil and tahini chocolate chunk cookies

These olive oil and tahini chocolate chunk cookies are soft, chewy, delicious and full of healthy fats. They can also be made vegan! You don’t know how happy I am, sharing this recipe with you! I first made these big, soft and chewy olive oil and tahini chocolate chunk cookies some while ago, and they […]

Black garlic creamy linguini pasta with olive oil béchamel

This olive oil béchamel sauce is a healthy alternative to milk cream. It gets flavored with black garlic for a creamy and hearty pasta dish. This black garlic creamy linguini pasta with olive oil béchamel sauce isn’t just for those of us who like a plate of creamy pasta but without the saturated fat that […]

Mediterrasian stir fry green beans with garlic and noodles

These stir fry green beans with garlic and noodles or spaghetti is my go-to recipe when I want a quick, tasty, and easy meal. Chinese long beans are also known as yardlong beans or asparagus beans and are very similar in taste with the most common green beans we are familiar with, but longer and […]

Mayo-less potato & avocado salad with greens

This mayo-less potato and avocado salad is vegan, gluten-free, and a healthier option to your mayo-based salad but with all the taste! From what I understand, most potato salad recipes out there are mayo-based. The most obvious reason I can think of is that they’re tasty and easy to make (a winning combination). So why […]

Olive oil, apple & cocoa cake with caramelized white chocolate

This moist, fluffy, and flavorful olive oil, cocoa and grated apple cake gets drizzled with luscious caramelized white chocolate! This olive oil, cocoa and apple cake with caramelized white chocolate is the perfect, easy dessert you’ve been looking for! So, I’d suggest to seriously consider it for your next Thanksgiving (or even Christmas) dinner. This […]

Greek whole stuffed chicken with rice and chestnuts

This whole stuffed chicken with rice and chestnuts is usually made for Christmas but you can serve it for any other special occasion like a Thanksgiving dinner. This is one of my most favorite ways of preparing chicken! And though a stuffed chicken recipe may sound complicated, this is actually pretty simple and straightforward (oh, […]

How to make thick & velvety French hot chocolate (Chocolat Chaud)

This is my way to make thick, smooth and velvety French hot chocolate. Not with cocoa powder but with real, good quality chocolate. Is there anything better than a big cup of warm, smooth, thick and velvety French hot chocolate? Every time I make myself a cup (or two) I totally get why chocolate is […]

Creamy Italian mushroom soup with black garlic & porcini

This creamy mushroom soup with black garlic and porcini can be made with any mushrooms you love and is served with crispy onion rings. This creamy mushroom soup with black garlic and porcini is my latest obsession! Probably this has something to do with the season, and that’s because every fall I start to crave […]

Italian fried rice balls recipe (risotto arancini)

Learn how to make arancini di riso or Italian rice balls which are nothing more than fried risotto! You can use a leftover risotto or make a fresh one. Most of the times they're stuffed with mozzarella or another cheese but you can certainly leave them plain.

White chocolate and apple crumble muffins

The recipe for these apple crumble muffins with white chocolate in the filling is the most requested by my family and friends! So, what can I tell you about these white chocolate and apple crumble muffins? They’re pretty easy to make, with basic ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, they don’t even require […]

Creamy Pumpkin Risotto Recipe with Feta

Autumn calls for simple, hearty meals, and this creamy pumpkin risotto with feta is the perfect addition to your collection of easy-to-make fall recipes. In this article, we'll show you how to whip up this comforting dish with fresh or canned pumpkin (or butternut squash), highlighting the creamy texture and the savory flavor of feta cheese. So, if you're looking for a practical and delicious risotto recipe, stay with us for a step-by-step guide on how to make it!

Carob & whole wheat flour bread with walnuts

This carob and whole wheat bread is a delicious Greek traditional bread with a chocolaty flavor. Some added walnuts make it even healthier! One could claim that carob is the “Mediterranean chocolate” because of its mildly sweet and chocolaty flavor. And you may not be able to make this extraordinary easy chocolate mousse cake – […]

Whole chicken cacciatore stew with bucatini pasta

This whole chicken cacciatore stew is a traditional Italian recipe. The bucatini pasta is cooked in the tomato sauce for a complete dinner! This chicken cacciatore is a delicious stew recipe, straight from Italy! Cacciatore means hunter, so this is the hunter’s chicken! I don’t know about you, but when I think of a hunter’s […]

Juicy Greek fried meatballs (keftedes)

These juicy fried meatballs are Greece’s favorite finger food. With the tomato salsa and the black garlic chimichurri, they're even better! Juicy fried meatballs (keftedes) are probably the most favorite finger food in my country! Whether you‘re invited to a party, a simple gathering of friends, or planned a one-day trip in the country for […]

Mint and cinnamon creamy cheesecake with matcha ganache

This ultra creamy cheesecake recipe is inspired by traditional Mediterranean sweets. Cinnamon and mint pair perfectly with cream cheese! Hey, friends! Today I’m super excited to present you a classic American dessert but with a Mediterranean flair. This ultra creamy cheesecake is flavored with fresh mint leaves and grated cinnamon (HEAVENLY combination) and topped with […]

Roasted pepper and ouzo shrimp spaghetti

This flavorful recipe is the Mediterranean way to enjoy seafood! Use your favorite type of pasta and make a delicious, low-fat dinner. If you ask me, the star of this dish is ouzo. OK, shrimp plays a major role too, but without the ouzo, it’s just another shrimp pasta. But let’s take things from the […]

Olive oil & banana blender cake with tahini chocolate ganache

Super easy recipe for moist and delicious banana cake made with olive oil. The tahini chocolate ganache adds an extra level of richness! This cake is made in a blender. Yes people, in a blender! But even if you don’t have a blender, don’t worry, because it can also be made in a food processor, […]

Baked Sole with Mediterranean sauce

An easy and healthy way to cook sole or your favorite type of white meat fish. Serve with basmati rice for a delicious gluten-free meal. I have to admit I don’t eat fish as often as I should. Fish is a basic ingredient of the Mediterranean diet and a very good way to plenty of […]

Mediterranean Baked Frittata

This is an easy recipe for a simple, gluten-free dinner. You just chop all the vegetables and let the oven do the rest of the work! I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. Baked frittatas are my go to recipes for when I don’t know what to cook. They are easy to make, […]

Paximadia Recipe: Double—baked Greek cookies

A traditional recipe for double-baked olive oil cookies with almonds. These Greek Paximadia (or better yet, paximadakia) are similar to biscotti—tender, crunchy, delicious, and naturally vegan! You probably know them as Paximadia, but in Greece, we call them paximadakia (it's the diminutive form). These Cretan biscuits are very similar to their Italian cousins (biscotti), except […]

Greek Pork Skewers (Souvlaki)

Juicy pieces of pork are served with pita bread, some vegetables, and an amazing black garlic tzatziki for the ultimate dinner! Did you guys notice how quickly this summer passed? I had so many plans and dreams for this summer, but due to work-related reasons and a recent move to a new apartment, I didn’t […]

Watermelon margarita with feta on the rim

This is by far the best watermelon margarita you’ll ever have! Grated feta provides just enough saltiness and creaminess for a unique summer drink! What did I tell you in my last post? I told you that I had an extra special watermelon margarita recipe, just for you guys. So, here it is! After my […]

Watermelon gazpacho with feta cream

A refreshing (and gluten-free) watermelon and tomato soup that’s best eaten cold. The feta cream and fried capers make it truly spectacular! I can’t believe the end of summer is almost here and the only watermelon recipe I’ve posted so far is this Mediterranean watermelon and feta cheese salad! And speaking of things I can't […]

Easy Gemista: Greek stuffed peppers & tomatoes

This easy Gemista recipe is the traditional, vegetarian version of Greek stuffed peppers and tomatoes. And it comes straight from my yiayia’s kitchen! No need to cook the filling ahead of time! Just mix uncooked rice with fresh herbs, tomato juices, and a splash of olive oil, then stuff your veggies and let the oven do the rest. It’s simple, healthy, and full of that classic Mediterranean flavor.

Mediterranean bulgur & lentil lunch salad

This salad can be served on the side but can also stand on its own as a complete meal. It’s low-fat, vegan, and full of plant-based protein! Hey, you… Yes, you! Will you try some of my bulgur and lentil salad? It’s pretty amazing. I promise! But you can see that for yourself, don’t you? […]

Easy Skillet Chicken and Spinach Recipe with Feta

Inspired by Greek Spanakopita, this easy skillet chicken and spinach recipe with feta is the ultimate weeknight dinner cooked in 30 minutes. After this pappardelle à la spanakopita recipe, which turned out soooo good, I knew I had to play with the concept of spanakopita for one more time. And since chicken is a favorite […]

Greek meat pie recipe with phyllo crust (kreatopita)

This kreatopita is a delicious Greek meat pie recipe with ground beef and mushroom filling incased in flaky phyllo crust. Perfect for a simple dinner or a quick lunch. This Greek meat pie recipe (Kreatopita) is the perfect recipe for a Sunday dinner, not only because it’s so delicious, but because the next day you […]

Chickpea Starter Cretan Traditional Bread (Eftazimo)

This chickpea bread has no yeast, no baking powder or soda, and no sourdough starter. It rises solely with the power of bacteria found in chickpeas! I have already told you that I love the smell of a yeasty dough while it rises and the smell of freshly baked bread. But my favorite bread of […]

Salted dark & white chocolate olive oil magic shell

Two magic shell recipes, one with white and one with dark chocolate. The first is flavored with black pepper and the second with cinnamon. This salted chocolate magic shell recipe almost feels like cheating! It has 4 or 5 ingredients, and requires almost no effort, especially if you use chocolate chips instead of a chocolate […]

Turkish delight no-churn ice cream

This Turkish delight ice cream has a velvety texture and an amazing flavor from Turkish delights and rosewater. Plus, it’s made without an ice-cream machine! A few weeks ago I posted this bee pollen golden milk no-churn ice cream, which had some powdered milk to help the texture remain soft and velvety and minimize any […]

Mediterranean Octopus Stew

One pot traditional octopus stew with elbow macaroni pasta cooked in the sauce. An easy and low-fat recipe full of flavor! If you want to learn how to cook seafood like a Greek, you must learn at least three or four basic recipes that are the protagonists in Greek family dinners. No, I'm not going […]

Olive oil Baklava Fingers

This is the classic baklava recipe, but with olive oil instead of butter and in a different shape. Many traditional pastry chefs and cooks will be pretty angry if they happen to see this recipe. Why? Because the general rule is that baklava is made with good quality butter. ONLY. They may forgive you or […]

Rosebud syrup lemonade

This is a refreshing summer drink recipe with a middle-eastern twist. Use rosewater instead of rosebuds, if you can’t find any. Every time the weather gets hot and I ‘m waiting for some guests to arrive, I start to hear voices in my head. And no, we don’t have a history of mental illness in […]

Raisin water starter sourdough bread

A very interesting sourdough starter made from fermented raisins and a delicious whole wheat bread with olive oil and oregano. This post is about a delicious whole wheat bread with oregano and olive oil, and a simple method on how to make your own sourdough starter from raisin water. The bread recipe is very flavorful […]