Hello, my lovely friends, Although I don’t live in Greece, I’ve held onto this little tradition of posting Kalo Mina for the past six years, and I’m keeping it going! So from my kitchen to yours, I’m wishing you a Καλό μήνα – Good Month!  With Summer just around […]
Author: foodzesty
Greek Artichoke Dip Meze
Hello everyone, Spring and summer are meze season, Greek mezedes, to be exact. So, here is another delicious and yum yum Greek Artichoke Dip Meze. Longer days, sunnier skies, and any excuse to lay out a table. A table full of small plates, fresh flavors, and, of course, good company. […]
Savory Orzo Mushroom Bowl
Hey foodie friends, Mushrooms, mushrooms, and more mushrooms love’em!  If you’re anything like me, you can’t resist a savory, earthy mushroom dish, especially when it comes together in one cozy bowl. This Savory Orzo Mushroom Bowl is everything I want in a quick, comforting meal: tender orzo, loads of sautéed […]
Whipped Feta Party Bites
Hey foodie friends, So, I’m back with another feta recipe. But this time it’s Whipped Feta Party Bites, which are the ultimate party treats. These bites are creamy, tangy, and addictive. These are the kind of bites you make when you want to look like you spent hours in the […]
Cold Greek Lentil Salad
Hey there, Lentil fan or not? Okay, if you are, I will say this: lentils don’t get the love they deserve.  Sure, we have a bunch of lentil variations but let’s be honest for a sec… how often do you cook with lentils? I mean, they’re always there, sitting patiently […]
Weeknight Greek Pasta Dish
Hey there, Looking for a pasta dinner idea? Here is a Weeknight Greek Pasta Dish. Red Pepper Pasta. This pasta dish is a little smoky, creamy, and flavorful thanks to those gorgeous red Florina peppers (you know the sweet Greek ones!). I blended them into a smooth, velvety sauce with […]
Spanakorizo (Spinach Rice Recipe)
Hello everyone, I hope you are doing well. Spanakorizo (Spinach and Rice Recipe) is a big-time favorite in my house. It’s one of those Greek comfort foods that never lets you down. It has simple ingredients and loads of flavor, and it tastes even better the next day (if there […]
Traditional Greek Tzatziki Dip
Hello, Let’s get one thing straight, I love Greek food, I do… but tzatziki? Ehhh, it’s not my jam. I know, I know, why not blahh blahhh blahhh, because it’s too much garlic! That being said, I do make a mean tzatziki. But this time it’s the Traditional Greek Tzatziki […]
Potatoes with Creamy Feta Sauce
Hello there, Ok, so if you’ve ever traveled to Greece and found yourself island hopping through the Ionian Sea to places like Cefalonia, Corfu, or Zakynthos, to name a few, you’ve probably come across this Potato Salad with Feta sauce. If not, I’m here to share this deliciously simple recipe […]
Green Olives and Feta Meze
Hello everyone, I can count on one hand the number of people I’ve met who don’t love olives. Me? I’m the opposite, I’m all about olives, olives, and more olives! Any color, any shape. Well… maybe not the super spicy ones. My husband recently returned from Greece with a treat: […]