The perfect traditional Greek veal Sofrito recipe straight from the island of Corfu!! With this step-by-step easy to follow Greek Sofrito recipe you can easily recreate this traditional delight from scratch! If you […]
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Lemony Greek Rice Pilaf (Pilafi) Recipe with Chicken legs
The perfect traditional Greek rice pilaf (pilafi) recipe! Fluffy, fragrant rice and crispy, tender, fall of the bone chicken legs with a delicious lemon kick! A very versatile and easy to prepare Greek dish perfect for your Sunday family dinner or quick mid-week meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, this is a traditional Greek rice pilaf recipe for you to easily recreate this delight from scratch.
Vegetarian Moussaka Recipe with Mushroom Sauce
An absolutely delicious Greek vegetarian moussaka recipe! Layers of sweet aubergine, comforting potatoes and bechamel with a delicious mushroom based sauce that could happily replace my lamb/beef moussaka on my family table. Discover how to make it to perfection with this delicious Greek recipe.
The easiest homemade Pita Bread recipe!
Our very best homemade pita bread recipe! And the best part, ready to bake in only 10 minutes. Discover all the secrets to bake them to perfection!
Greek Yogurt with Honey and Walnuts recipe (Yiaourti me meli)
A delicious Greek Yogurt with Honey recipe, drizzled with walnuts, infused with vanilla essence and sprinkled with fragrant cinnamon! If you are having a sweet tooth but looking for something more nutritious than your usual desserts this 2 minute no bake dessert will amaze you. Discover all the secrets to make it to perfection here…
Extra syrupy Tulumba recipe (Fried dough pastries)
My very best traditional homemade tulumba recipe for you to recreate these little bites of heaven from scratch! If you have a sweet tooth this mouthwatering extra syrupy bite-sized tulumba recipe […]
Crispy Greek Fried Eggplant recipe (Melitzanes tiganites)
Discover how to make the perfect Greek Fried Eggplant (Melitzanes Tiganites) with this traditional recipe! Silky, sweet eggplant coated with batter and deep fried to form an amazing, golden brown, extra crispy crust! A delicious Greek fried eggplant recipe that you just can’t miss out!
Greek Pork Chops Recipe with Roast Potatoes (Brizola sto Fourno)
The perfect greek pork chops recipe! Golden and crusty on the outside and perfectly tender and succulent on the inside. This is my favourite Greek brizola recipe (Greek pork chops recipe)! The […]
Mediterranean Sea Bass Recipe Stuffed with Tomatoes, Lemons and Olives
An amazingly tender Mediterranean flavoured oven baked stuffed sea bass recipe for the lovers of the Greek cuisine! To prepare this delicious baked stuffed sea bass recipe the fish is […]
Delicious Greek Lentil Salad Recipe with Feta cheese (Fakes Salata)
An absolutely delicious and super healthy Greek lentil salad recipe with feta cheese and fresh vegetables. Whether eaten as a snack, side or light vegetarian meal, this super easy feta lentil salad recipe never fails to impress! Discover how to make it to perfection here…
Lamb Kleftiko Recipe (Greek Lamb Cooked In Parchment Paper)
The very best traditional Greek lamb kleftiko recipe! Juicy and tender, melt-in-the-mouth lamb cooked in parchment paper with fluffy potatoes and a delicious white wine sauce, infused with the aromas of garlic, sweet onions, roast peppers and juicy tomatoes. Simply irresistible! Discover how to make it to perfection here…
Marinated Greek Lamb Souvlaki recipe (Skewers) with Pita and Tzatziki
A delicious, succulent lamb souvlaki skewers recipe! This is a delicious and super easy to follow Greek lamb souvlaki recipe with fluffy pita breads and creamy tzatziki sauce to make your own homemade juicy lamb souvlaki skewers from scratch.
Greek Shrimp Saganaki recipe with Feta cheese (Garides Saganaki)
If you have ever been to Greece it would be impossible to have missed out on this delicious Greek shrimp saganaki meze, served in every Psarotaverna (fish tavern)! This is a […]
Samali recipe (Extra syrupy Greek Semolina cake with Mastic)
A delicious Greek semolina cake recipe (samali) infused with the aromas and blends of mastic and garnished with a lemon and rosewater scented syrup! Samali is a traditional Greek dessert which falls under the category of ‘Siropiasta’, which means syrupy Greek desserts. Discover all the secrets behind this delicious dessert here…
Crispy Fried Zucchini – Courgette Fritters Recipe (Greek Kolokithakia tiganita)
A super simple fried zucchini recipe for the lovers of the authentic Greek cuisine! Fried zucchini (Tiganita Greek kolokithakia) is a favourite Greek meze that is served in every Greek tavern, so why not make it at home and bring back that summery holiday feeling!
Refreshing Watermelon Feta Salad recipe
An absolutely delicious watermelon feta salad recipe! Watermelon is with no doubt the fruit of the summer and this refreshing combination of juicy, chilled slices of watermelon and salty, creamy feta cheese make for a Greek salad summer favourite! Discover all the secrets behind this sweet and salty delight here…
Greek Ekmek Kataifi recipe (Custard and whipped cream pastry with syrup)
An absolutely delicious Ekmek Kataifi recipe! Discover how to make this traditional Ekmek dish to perfection with my extensive list of hints and tips and detailed preparation photos! Go ahead, indulge yourself!
Spicy minced Lamb Kofta Kebab Recipe (Giaourtlou)
A delicious traditional Greek Lamb Kebab recipe! These lovely homemade Kebabs will definitely become the talk of your next barbecue! And the best part? Made in only 20 minutes! Discover how to make them to perfection here.
Marinated Greek Lamb Chops with Roast Potatoes (Paidakia)
Discover all the secrets behind the very best Greek lamb chops with this traditional Greek recipe! Greek lamb chops (paidakia) are a staple dish at most Greek tavernas, where the chops are slow cooked over an open charcoal pit for that extra smokey flavor.
Easy Homemade Tahini Recipe
Discover how to make your own tahini paste with this super simple, two step homemade tahini recipe and save quite a bit of money too! Read more about this amazing superfood here…
Traditional Magiritsa recipe (Greek Easter soup)
A traditional Greek Magiritsa recipe (Greek easter soup) only for the lovers of the authentic Greek cuisine! Magiritsa is a unique and controversial Greek soup made from lamb offal and romaine […]
Koulourakia recipe (Greek Easter cookies)
The fluffiest and crunchiest Greek Easter cookies (koulourakia) you have ever tasted! These sweet little Greek Easter cookies are super quick to bake, so much fun to make and highly […]
Delicious Lenten Greek Honey puffs recipe (Loukoumades)
Greek honey puffs are little bites of heaven! An amazing Greek dessert that despite being an indulgent delight still complies with the dietary instructions of the Lenten season! These traditional […]
Greek Octopus and onion stew recipe (Octopus stifado)
The traditional Greek octopus stifado recipe! We all know and love the classic Greek rabbit or beef stifado, but this very easy and simple to prepare octopus stew is the perfect […]
Amazing Lenten Chocolate Sponge Cake!
The most moist and rich Lenten chocolate cake that despite being an indulgent delight still complies with the dietary instructions of the Lenten season! If you have ever tried making […]
Country-style Greek Potato stew recipe (Patates Yahni)
If you just love potatoes this rustic Greek potato stew is a definite must try! This classic Greek potato stew recipe (Patates Yahni) is the brightest example of how Greek cuisine takes […]
Greek Sesame Bread rings recipe (Koulouri Thessalonikis)
A traditional Greek sesame seed bread rings recipe! If you’ve ever found yourself walking the streets of  Athens or Thessalonikis then you can’t have missed on all the street vendors selling these popular sesame koulouria! Discover how to make your own with this original recipe here!
Greek Pasta Salad recipe
Take your taste buds to the refreshing flavours of the Mediterranean with every bite of this colourful Greek pasta salad dish! A delicious twist on the traditional Greek salad recipe, […]
Delicious Briam recipe (Greek mixed Roasted Vegetables)
Simplicity is perfection! This amazing traditional briam recipe (Greek roast vegetables) is the brightest example of how Greek cuisine takes the simplest ingredients and with literally no effort transforms them into a finger licking dish! Discover all the secrets behind this traditional delight here…
Crispy Fried Calamari recipe (Kalamarakia Tiganita)
Crispy and perfectly seasoned fried calamari (kalamarakia tiganita) recipe! A favourite Greek meze that is served in every fish tavern (Psarotaverna) and you should really give it a try at […]
Dyed Greek Easter Eggs recipe
Dying the Easter eggs is the brightest symbol of Greek Easter and making these vibrant and colourful Greek Easter eggs every year on Holy Thursday, always makes me realise that […]
Traditional Zucchini pie recipe with Feta cheese (Greek Kolokithopita)
Our very best Greek zucchini pie recipe (kolokithopita) for the lovers of Greek cuisine! Juicy zucchinis, tangy feta cheese and creamy Greek yogurt combined into a velvety delight wrapped with […]
Fluffiest Potato Balls Recipe! (Patatokeftedes)
These lovely homemade potato balls will definitely become the talk of your next party! Fluffy on the inside and with a wonderful golden brown crust on the outside, these mashed […]
Homemade Kataifi recipe!
Golden, crispy and amazingly moist! Kataifi is a delicious dessert which like baklava is very popular among Greek, Turkish and Middle Eastern nations. An amazing dessert made with roughly chopped walnuts (and […]
Taramasalata recipe (Greek Fish Roe dip or Taramosalata)
A traditional, creamy, smooth and absolutely delicious Greek Taramasalata recipe. While you can buy Taramasalata from your local deli, more often than not it will be of poor quality and has a very bright pink hue due to the addition of food coloring along with lots of unnecessary thickeners. So spare yourself the preservatives and make your own in less than 15 minutes with this super easy recipe!
Greek Dolmades recipe (Stuffed Vine/ Grape Leaves Dolmathes)
Little bites of heaven! This traditional Greek dolmades recipe (stuffed vine/ grape leaves) is the ultimate Greek vegetarian appetizer! Made from tender vine leaves wrapped into little rolls and stuffed with rice and fresh herbs, they are surprisingly simple to make. While you can get the canned version from supermarkets, there is nothing like having them freshly home-made! Find out all the secrets behind this little delight with detailed step by step recipe including all of the prep photos as well!
Tsoureki recipe (Traditional Greek Easter bread)
A traditional Greek Easter Bread (tsoureki) recipe! Making your own tsoureki can be challenging even for the experienced cooks, but experience has shown me, that it’s all about having the right recipe. Go ahead, find out all the secrets to make it to perfection!
Tsoureki Muffins!
A unique Greek inspired muffin recipe made with aromatic tsoureki dough! Tsoureki is a very popular Greek sweet bread, which texture resembles a brioche, only much better! If you haven’t tried Greek tsoureki before, then you are certainly missing out!
Greek Feta Cheese Pies Recipe (Tiropitakia)
A delicious traditional Greek ‘Tiropitakia’ recipe suitable for every time of the day, as starter or mid-day snack! To prepare this traditional tiropitakia recipe (Greek feta cheese triangles) we crumble the […]
Greek Spinach and Rice recipe (Spanakorizo)
A super healthy and delicious traditional Greek spinach and rice recipe! Spanakorizo (which is translated as spinach and rice) is a classic Greek vegetarian dish which can be served as […]
Greek Yogurt Cake Soaked in Syrup Recipe (Yiaourtopita)
A delicious Greek yogurt cake recipe, infused with the aromas and blends of oranges and lemons and garnished with a cognac scented syrup! Greek yogurt / yoghurt cake (yiaourtopita) is […]
Skordalia recipe (Traditional Greek Potato and Garlic dip)
If you love garlic, then you have to try this amazing traditional Greek skordalia recipe! A rich and hearty Greek potato dip, which takes its name by the basic ingredient used to prepare it and is of course skordo=garlic.
Greek rice Pudding recipe (Rizogalo)
Homely, comforting and extra creamy! Greek rice pudding (rizogalo) is a no butter, egg-free traditional Greek recipe, which looks more like a thick custard than a pudding and is flavored […]
Traditional Greek Green Beans recipe (Fasolakia Giahni)
Hearty, healthy, and bursting with fresh and vibrant colors and flavors. This traditional Greek green beans recipe (Fasolakia giaxni) will certainly amaze you! Green beans, sweet onions, and fresh, juicy […]
Spiral-shaped Greek Cheese pie recipe (Kichi Kozanis)
A unique and impressive traditional Greek cheese pie recipe from the region of Kozani! Crispy phyllo wrapped around a melty mix of feta with hard yellow cheese and baked till golden brown… Sounds yummy? Its because it is!
Traditional Greek bean soup recipe (Fasolada)
I can imagine of nothing better than a rustic and homely Greek bean soup (fasolada) for a cold winter’s day. Healthy, simple and extra comforting, fasolada is with no doubt the national Greek dish! This is the authentic recipe for Greek bean soup, a trademark dish that has nourished generations!
Traditional Greek Leek Pie recipe (Prasopita)
Discover this traditional Greek leek pie recipe (prasopita) with homemade phyllo for you to recreate this delicious vegetarian delight from scratch!
The traditional Egg-lemon sauce (Greek Avgolemono) recipe
Although the basic Greek Avgolemono recipe is relatively simple, experience has shown me that it can be really tricky. If you have ever tried making your own Avgolemono (egg lemon […]
Sumptuous Walnut Syrup Cake Covered with Chocolate Ganache
This is a recipe for all the chocolate lovers out there! Think of the signature fluffy and moist walnut cake infused with a cinnamon and clove syrup and covered with a crispy, thick chocolate glaze. Simply mouthwatering! Discover this little sin here.
Phyllo Triangle Pastries with Custard (Trigona Panoramatos)
Crispy, golden, buttery phyllo triangles soaked in syrup and filled with the most rich and creamy custard. This is a relatively easy, ‘homely’ version of the recipe of the so-called […]
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