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Greek Orzo and Shrimp Risotto

Greek Orzo and Shrimp Risotto

  Helloo all, Greek comfort food is simple, rustic, and satisfying, and this Greek Orzo and Shrimp Risotto is a perfect example.   The Greek cousin of risotto is lighter, brighter, and infused with different flavors. The dish blends creamy simmered orzo with sweet shrimp in a yummy tomato sauce.   […]

greek potatoe salad

Creamy Greek Potato Salad

  Hello friends, I am back with a tasty, simple salad made with cream cheese instead of mayonnaise.  Sound good to you?  Greek Potato Salad with Cream Cheese is fresh and creamy without being heavy.  You will need to read further down and see why it’s a much lighter version. […]

potatoes and eggs

Easy One-Pan Breakfast Recipe

  Hello everyone, How are you these days? Are you starting to prepare for Easter? I’d love to know what dishes you’ll be making for your Easter table: ).  As for me, not yet, I still have an extra week before my Easter celebration. But one thing I have decided […]

Authentic Greek Olive paste in a small white round bowl. Two slices of toasted bread on the left hand side. One slice has a bit of olive spread on it.

Authentic Olive Paste with Oregano

Hello, my friends, Today I want to talk to you about something simple, bold, and deeply Greek: Authentic Greek Olive Paste. Have you ever tried Greek Olive Paste before? If you haven’t, then you’re absolutely in the right place. 🙂 For me, Olives are my go-to thing, and so Greek […]

creamy avocado feta dip in a ceramic bowl. A piece of bread on the top left side of the bowl.

Creamy Avocado Feta Dip

Helllo there, friends, I bet you never knew that you could combine avocados with feta and make it work! Well, you can 🙂 Avocados are smooth and buttery, while feta is salty, peppery, and sometimes so crumbly. And when you blend them, something very magical happens. The avocado gives a […]

Greek inspired Spinach and feta lasanga with a rich tomato sauce

Greek Spinach Feta Lasagna

Hello everyone, Here’s a nice twist on the delicious Italian lasagna recipe we all know and love. Instead of the usual ricotta-and-meat sauce, this Greek spinach-feta lasagna brings a Mediterranean vibe to your table.  It’s everything comforting about traditional lasagna, but with a lighter, brighter flavor that feels similar.  Are […]

gnocchi with spinach

Gnocchetti Spinach Mushroom Dish

Hey there, This Gnocchetti Spinach Mushroom dish feels like it carries a little piece of someone else’s kitchen with it. It was shared with me by my dear Italian friend who lives in Italy.  And like all good Italian home cooks, she believes deeply in the magic of simple ingredients. […]

greek pasta bolognese

Greek Style Spagetti Bolognese

Hey, hey my foodies friends, There are dishes that feel like home, no matter where you grew up. And this Greek Style Spaghetti Bolognese is one of them. But in Greek kitchens, this classic comfort food takes on a personality of its own. It’s richer, warmer, and full of Mediterranean […]

greek chicken oroz recipe

Greek Chicken Orzo Giouvetsi

Hello, 🙂 Ok, so here’s the deal with this recipe: chicken, orzo (small pasta), Greek food boom!  If you have both ingredients at home, then go ahead and start cooking.  This Greek Chicken and Orzo Giouvetsi is one of those dishes that is comforting. This version is lighter and super […]

spanakorizo in white bowl

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 […]