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Greek Spanakorizo (Spinach – Rice)

Hello everyone, This Greek Spanakorizo (Spinach – Rice) is a recipe that I post at least once a year. Since we’ve all eaten so much over the holidays, most of us are now most likely eating a bit healthier. And honestly, Spanakorizo could not come at a better time, a […]

This Easy orzo and tuna salad plated in a white round bowl, backdrop is black, and a transparent bowl iwth more salad above the white bowl.

Easy Orzo Tuna Salad

Hey foodie friends, Salads are eaten in Greece all year round, and in my home. Each season has its own special salad that we add to the table. Here’s an example: This Easy Orzo and Tuna Salad.  Simple and so delicious! Orzo (or kritharaki, as we call it in Greek) […]

february 2026

Kalo Mina – Good Month

Hello everyone, So as we welcome a new month, I’m wishing you all health, warmth, and many moments of joy, as difficult as the situations are around the world. May February bring lighter days, comforting food, and fresh energy to your kitchens and homes. Kalo Mina, everyone.  🙂   Sophie […]

Two pieces of easy moist coconut cake are plated on a white plate. Topped with coconut flakes.

Easy Moist Coconut Cake

Hiii!, I was craving something with coconut in it. I was tired of the syrupy traditional Greek cakes and cookies that we had over the holidays. As I was searching for something in my pantry, I found coconut flakes.  I had some coconut flakes leftover from some cookies I had […]

Greek Spanakopita Dip in a small round white bowl. Placed on a wooden board, behind the bowl there are a few pieces of greek pita bread.

Greek Style Spanakopita Dip

Hello there, If there’s one Greek dish that never fails to disappear first at the table, it’s spanakopita. That crispy phyllo, the creamy feta, the spinach, the herbs… And while I will never say no to a proper slice of spanakopita, sometimes you want all those flavors without the rolling […]

Thes Rustic Potatoes & Bacon Bites are cooked in a cast iron with olive oil.

Rustic Potatoes & Bacon Bites

Hello everyone, Potatoes, can you name a few potato recipes?  There are so many, so I am going to add one more. 🙂  Do you like potatoes?  Yes, No? Well, it doesn’t matter. I am still going to share these Rustic Potatoes & Bacon Bites with you anyway.  Ingredients that […]

A slice of Greek Leek Pie made with phyllo, vegetables and herbs.

Greek Leek Pie Recipe

Hello again, There’s something incredibly comforting about recipes that come from the mountains. The kind of food that feels humble, nourishing, and made to warm you from the inside out. This Greek Leek Pie (Prasopita) comes straight from Pelion, a region known for its stunning landscapes and stone-built villages. This […]

this Fluflly Greek Lemon Cake is plated on a transparent serving plate garnished with a lemon glaze and chopped almonds.

Fluffy Greek Lemon Cake

Hey there, my friends, It’s dessert time again, and I am sure you will absolutely love this Fluffy Greek Lemon Cake.  So simple and yet soooo irresistible. :). After the holidays, I always feel the need to slow things down a bit. The house gets quieter, the meals get simpler, […]

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Baked Greek Fasolada

Hey there foodie friends, Happy New Year!!  I hope that this new year brings you and your families happiness! Most of us enjoyed plenty of rich dishes and more meat than usual. Ok, so let’s get started with my first recipe for 2026.  I thought there was no better way […]

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Mediterranean Village Salad

The start of the new year with a healthy Greek Salad! I am reposting it 🙂 Hello there, I am officially done with holiday recipes for this year! I posted my final holiday cake a few days ago, and I just want to say a huge thank you for all […]