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Greek fasoda (white bean soup) plated in a white round bowl with a piece of celery on top.

Authentic Greek Fasolada

Hello everyone, It’s the beginning of September, and for me that means one thing: I’m kicking it off with this Authentic Greek Fasolada (White Bean Soup), or as we call it in Greece, Fasolada. Fun fact: Fasolada isn’t just a beloved classic… It’s actually considered Greece’s national soup.   Oh wait, […]

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Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Bites (Quick Mediterranean Dinner)

Hey hey, I had some leftover fresh salmon, so I prepared my Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Bites this time, and I am so glad I did. Salmon Bites are one of those recipes that feel almost too easy for how delicious they turn out. Small cubes of salmon cooked in […]

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Good month – Kalo Mina

  Hello there, Kalo Mina, and Happy September to all. September always feels like a small fresh start and a gentle shift toward autumn. May this September bring steady energy, good news, and peaceful moments in your home. With everything happening around us, try to hold onto the small things […]

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Creamy Spinach Pasta with Salmon (Easy Mediterranean Weeknight Meal)

Hello there, This Creamy Spinach Pasta with Salmon recipe brings together the richness of salmon with the freshness of spinach. It’s the kind of recipe that works beautifully for busy weeknights but also looks elegant enough for a weekend dinner.  A while back, my Italian friend sent me a few […]

This Easy Greek Cheese Bread (Tyropsomo) is plated on a white round serving plate. A slice has been cut and placed on top of the fried bread. The filling is made with feta cheese and a salty Kefalotyri cheese.

Easy Greek Cheese Bread (Tyropsomo)

Hello everyone, This is an old recipe that I have updated. I hope you enjoy it! This week has been a little strange maybe the heat, maybe the planets, or maybe I’m just tired. The planets ohhh, the eclipse. What a week this has been!!  The first time I tried […]

Black-eyes pea salad with red pepper, cucumber and a sprinkle of oregano in a white rround bowl. The backdrop is a woooden table.

Black‑Eyed Pea Salad (Mediterranean Style)

Hello everyone, This is the last of the summer salads I had prepared, and honestly, it’s one of my favorites. Black‑eyed pea have always been that humble little ingredient I reach for when I want something fresh and simple. My mother used to prepare black‑eyed peas in soups, stews, and […]

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Greek Lentil Soup — Cozy Autumn Comfort for September

Hello everyone, The air has slightly begun to cool (emphasis on slightly) hahahha. I thought about what I wanted to make, and well, I chose the first wholesome Greek Soup. This Greek Lentil Soup recipe is my way of welcoming September. I always think of this soup as the bridge […]

Easy Spinach Gratin Recipe made with fresh spinach and ingredients and a crusty cheese topping

Easy Spinach Gratin Recipe

Hey hey friends, My Easy Spinach Gratin Recipe is one of those recipes that is rich and simple. It’s the kind of dish that makes you pause for a moment when you take it out of the oven, watching the cheese bubble and the edges turn crisp. I had fresh […]

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Authentic Greek Gemista – A Classic Summer Dish

Hi everyone, We had a break from this heatwave we have been having in Europe. So, I worked my oven!! What does Gemista mean for me? For me, Gemista Greek stuffed tomatoes and peppers means a whole lot of yummyness.  It fills the kitchen with the smell of herbs and […]

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Greek Chocolate Layered Pudding Cake

Hello, my foodie dessert friends, Some desserts come together not because you planned them, but because you looked in your pantry. This Greek Chocolate Layered Pudding Cake is easy and nostalgic.  The first time I tried this cake was once again when I was 12 years old. Hahaha, sorry guys, […]