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Greek Hort (boled greens) plated in a white bowl with two slices of lemons

Greek Horta (Boiled Greens)

Hello there, Some dishes define a cuisine, and then there are dishes that define a culture. Greek Horta (Boiled Greens) belongs to the second category.  If you grew up in a Greek home, you already know the ritual: someone comes back from the market with a giant bag of greens, […]

authentic greek lentil soup plated in a white round bowl and garnish with oregano.

Authentic Greek Lentil Soup (Instant Pot)

Hey there, Well… we had a shift in the weather. One minute it was 22 degrees, full of sunshine, and we thought spring had officially arrived, then we were back down to 13 degrees, with a few more very cold days ahead. Classic March mood swings. And honestly, when the […]

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Spinach Feta Mini Rolls

When it comes to Greek flavors, few combinations are as iconic as spinach and feta cheese. It’s like the ultimate foodie combo: feta brings the salty, creamy tang. At the same time, spinach brings freshness and earthiness to this snack. These little Spinach Feta Mini Rolls are a fun twist […]

This Cold Greek Lentil Salad is vibrant and full of flavors. Fresh spring onions, cherry tomatoes and roasted peppers makes this a delicious surprise. All placed in a white round serving bowl.

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 […]

This Salmon with Light Cream Cheese on placed on a white serving plate. The salmon is garnished with the dill sauce and chopped dill is scattered around the salmon.

Salmon with Light Cream Cheese

Hello, my foodie friends, I stopped by the fish market the other day for some fresh salmon. It was pretty quiet, which didn’t surprise me, most people are still off enjoying their spring vacations. Do you like fresh salmon? Because I sure do! And if I’ve got your attention, get […]

This vegetarian pea and carrot stew is placed in a large white bowl. It consists of potatoes, peas, carrtos, herbs and delicious Greek olive oil

Lemony Pea Carrot Stew

Hey fellow foodies, Have you ever stared at a bag of peas? I do that sometimes, wondering what on earth to do with them. Sure, boiling is the easiest and fastest way out, but geeeez, that’s a little boring, right? The good news? Well, Greek cuisine has many tasty ways […]

Spinach and rice with herbs in a white bowl, along with a slice of lemon on the top left hand corner. The backsplash is a light green kitchen towel.

Greek Spinach and Rice (Spanakorizo)

Hey friends, Greek Spinach and Rice, otherwise known as Spanakorizo, is the ultimate comfort food. I mean, seriously, it doesn’t get more Greek than this! It’s one of those humble, everyday dishes that brings together simple ingredients most deliciously.  Packed with leafy spinach, generously poured olive oil (because let’s be […]

Strawberry smoothie in a tall wine glass.

Strawberry No Sugar Smoothie

Hey there, Strawberry Smoothie is in the house!! This refreshing Strawberry no-sugar smoothie is a creamy, naturally sweet drink that is packed with strawberries, a splash of my favorite milk, and Greek yogurt. Strawberries are slowly making their way into my local market, but they still seem a bit on […]

A creamy cucumber salad loaded with vegetables and a creamy greek yogurt dressing.

Creamy Cucumber Salad with Yogurt

Hello foodie friends, Looking for a tasty vegetarian salad or dip? This Creamy Cucumber and Greek Yogurt salad made with balsamic vinegar and dill is refreshing and flavorful. The crisp cucumber adds a cool crunch, while the slightly creamy Greek yogurt gives a smooth, rich texture. Adding balsamic vinegar enhances […]

This a quick avocado dip placed in the center of a serving dish. The dip is in a white bowl and chips are scattered generously around the dip.

Quick Avocado Dip

      Hello there, As we head towards St. Patrick’s Day I wanted to make a quick and festive green appetizer.  I had a few ripe avocados on hand so I made this Quick Avocado Dip that’s so simple you won’t believe it.  This 3-ingredient avocado dip is the […]