Whipped Olive Oil Butter
I love butter and I don’t think I will ever eliminate it from my diet but being Greek, olive oil is in our daily cooking, used when children are baptized and used in Greek-Orthodox funerals. It’s big thing for Greeks. We used it in our daily cooking and when I saw my friend, Chef Manolis […]
Blistered Shishito Peppers With Feta
About a decade ago, while vacationing in Greece, my Mom came back from the “Laiki” (farmer’s market) with what they call “Pikantikes Piperies” or spicy peppers. These small green peppers were mild in heat, pan-fried and served as a meze. They are sweet, savory, a touch of heat…tolerable for even the most timid. Here in […]
Cheddar Cornbread Muffins
Before Covid-19, It was all rush, rush, rush. In North America, all I saw were people lining up at a coffee shop or waiting in the drive-thru lane to pick up a bagel, breakfast sandwich/burrito, donuts or muffins. In Europe, people actually sit in a cafe, order and leisurely have their coffee and treat. In […]
Greek Style Granola
Dried fruits such as figs, raisins, dates and apricots have been part of the Mediterranean diet for centuries. Drying fruit is one of the oldest forms of preservation and is still popular today. Use this recipe as a template, in that you can swap out dried fruit for the ones you like. I like granola […]
Frugal Cheese Ball
I’ve been sharing my love of Greek food (and beyond) since 2007. I’ve been privileged to be able to meet so many wonderful people. Other people fond of Greek food and many Greek chefs as well! One such friend is Dina Nikololaou – Chef, TV personality, restaurateur, caterer, consultant. She is also a friend. I […]
Cretan Dakos
Recipe Update from June 20, 2008 One of Crete’s most popular gifts to Greek cuisine is the Cretan Dakos. Dakos are a twice baked rusk made of whole wheat or barley flour. Dakos or Paximadi have been known in Crete since the Middle Ages. These rusk-like rolls are shaped into rings and baked once before […]
Strawberry Pretzel Dessert
I love desserts that are easy to prepare in the summer. Less time in the kitchen = more time outdoors. This strawberry dessert is traditionally called Strawberry Pretzel Salad but I’ll call it dessert. It’s a classic in southern US cuisine and adults and kids will love it! About the pretzel crust….it works…a wonderful balance […]
Ouzo Truffles
Try these easy and delicious Ouzo-flavoured chocolate truffles.
Phyllo Pies For Sale!
This is one of the most exciting moments since this blog first began back in May of 2007. After many hours of learning the craft of making homemade phyllo, I am confident enough to be able to make it on my own with consistency and some degree of speed. I am indebted to y Mother […]
Homemade Greek Yogurt
Today is your lucky day. I’m sharing my mom’s recipe for making homemade Greek-style yogurt. I’ve seen people lament that they cannot find good Greek yogurt or some have even invested in a yogurt maker. Forget about it! All you need is some homogenized milk, some plain yogurt and containers for your finished product. […]
