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Traditional Greek Lentil Soup (Fakes)

Hey there, This recipe instantly transports me back to my childhood: Greek Lentil Soup, known in Greece as Fakes.  Growing up in a Greek household, lentil soup appeared on our table regularly, especially during the cooler months. Gosh, I remember putting up a fight because I didn’t want to eat […]

Greek Meatball Soup in a black round soup bowl. Five meaballs with rice duncked in a light sauce.

Greek Meatball Soup (Giouvarlakia)

Hello friends, Have you ever heard of Greek Meatball Soup, also known as Giouvarlakia? If not, let me let you in on a little secret: it is one of those comforting dishes that has that little Greek magic touch. Giouvarlakia is a classic dish in Greek homes, especially when the […]

This Easy Rigatoni with Cheese is cooked in a rectangular ceramic grey baking pan. There is also a man's hand with a fork dipping into the pasta with melted cheese.

Easy Cheesy Rigatoni Bake (for Busy Weeknights)

Hello, There are a few dishes that bring people to the table faster, and that is a bubbling tray of oven-baked cheese rigatoni pasta. Golden, cheesy, and perfectly baked until the edges become slightly crispy, this hearty pasta bake is everything comfort food should be.  I think pasta dishes in […]

Chicken and a variety of red, orange, yellow and parsley cooked in a cast iron pan, with a light tomato sauce.

Greek Chicken with Peppers Spetzofai

Hello everyone, Have you ever tried traditional Greek stews?  If not, then you need to try this Greek Chicken with Peppers recipe.  Spetzofai is one of those rustic Greek recipes that proves once again that simple ingredients can create extraordinary flavours. Traditionally made with village sausage and peppers, this version adds […]

carrots, peas, corn and peas all combines and cooked in a large frying pan,

Easy Garlic Frozen Vegetables – with Herbs and Spices

Hey hey, I think we all have a bag of frozen vegetables in our freezer that’s tucked away, waiting for the right moment. The truth is, I haven’t been able to go grocery shopping these past few days, so this was my right moment.  I reached into my freezer and […]

this one pot chicken, mushroom orzo stew was cooked in a round ceramic pot. With red bell peppers and chicken thighs.

One-Pot Chicken Mushroom Stew

Hello everyone, Ok, so here’s the deal with this dish: the traditional way of making it is with chicken and orzo.  I went one step further and added mushrooms because I had a few left over from my last recipe.  This One-Pot Chicken Mushroom Orzo Stew also has sliced red […]

creamy spinach tagiatelles with salmon

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 […]

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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Roasted Tomato Magic — In Collaboration with Ellive Olive Oil

Hello everyone, Sometimes a single flavor can bring Greece right into your kitchen before the oven even warms up.  This time, my homemade roasted tomato sauce became something truly special.  I made it with Ellive and using their beautifully crafted Greek olive oil. Ellive is a company deeply rooted in […]