Greek baklava rolls (saragli) made to perfection! An amazing combination of crispy golden phyllo wrapped around flavourful nutty filling, bathed in syrup scented with the aromas of lemon cinnamon and […]
My favourite & recent recipes
Chocolate Cake Greek style (Sokolatopita)
A mouthwatering Greek style chocolate cake recipe (Sokolatopita) with ingredients you already have in your kitchen! Greek style Chocolate cake ingredients One thing all Greek chocolate cake recipes have in […]
Spanakopita recipe with homemade phyllo (Authentic Greek spinach pie)
The very best traditional Greek spanakopita recipe! Spanakopita (Greek spinach pie) is one of the most popular Greek dishes, that is known and loved around the world. A very versatile and delicious […]
Mini Spanakopita Triangles Recipe (Spanakopitakia / Greek spinach triangles)
A super versatile, traditional Greek spanakopita triangles recipe (spanakopitakia)! These little treats are perfect for every time of the day as delicious starter, mid-day snack or light dinner! Discover how to make them to perfection with this traditional Greek recipe 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!
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…
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 […]
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 […]
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!
Greek lemon Chicken Soup recipe (Kotosoupa Avgolemono)
The perfect dish for a cold winter’s day! Find out how to make the perfect hearty, delicious and bursting with Mediterranean flavors egg-and-lemon sauce chicken soup.
Traditional Greek Meatball Soup (Giouvarlakia/ Youvarlakia) in Egg-lemon sauce recipe
A hearty and delicious traditional Greek recipe, perfect for a cold winter’s day! Youvarlakia or giouvarlakia is a famous Greek meatball soup, full of Mediterranean flavors!
Gigantes Plaki recipe (Gigandes Greek Baked ‘Giant’ Beans)
Filling and super-healthy! Gigantes plaki (Greek baked gigantes) is a classic Greek recipe, consisting of ‘giant’ beans baked in a tomato sauce along with plenty of fresh herbs, which give […]
Traditional Greek Orange Cake with Syrup (Portokalopita)
Traditional Greek Portokalopita recipe. Find out how to make this tasty Greek phyllo yogurt cake infused with the aromas of fresh oranges and cinnamon here.
Greek Stuffed Eggplant (Melitzanes Papoutsakia)
If you’re looking for a simple, delicious meal that’s packed with flavor, then you’ve found it! This Greek stuffed eggplant recipe (aka Melitzanes Papoutsakia) is an easy meal you can […]
Giouvetsi recipe (Greek Beef stew with Orzo pasta)
A traditional Greek Giouvetsi (youvetsi) recipe made with orzo pasta and a delicious tomato sauce. This is the perfect dish for your Sunday family dinner!
Gemista recipe (Greek Stuffed Tomatoes and Peppers with rice)
Juicy, healthy and bursting with fresh and vibrant colors and flavors! Gemista (which in Greek means ‘filled with’) is a traditional recipe for Greek stuffed tomatoes and/or other vegetables that are baked in a herby tomato-based sauce, until soft and nicely browned. Feel free to experiment with the stuffing, with different types of herbs and varying amount of spices. Your imagination is your limit with this amazing Greek dish!
Traditional Greek Salad recipe (Horiatiki / Xoriatiki)
The traditional Greek salad recipe! Healthy, simple and absolutely delicious.. For the most delicious Greek salad, the secret is in the ingredients: find some juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy feta cheese, good quality extra virgin olive oil and some tangy black olives and you are basically done!
Greek Lemon Chicken Soup with Orzo (Avgolemono)
Greek lemon chicken soup with Orzo (Avgolemono) is a traditional Greek soup that combines the tangy flavors of lemon juice and eggs with the heartiness of orzo pasta. This comforting […]
How to make Greek Yogurt (Homemade Greek Yogurt recipe)
Unearth the magic of tradition in your own kitchen with this homemade Greek yogurt recipe! It’s thick, creamy, and heavenly refreshing! Packed full of probiotics and nutrients, it’s not just a […]
Greek Marinade for Chicken with Yogurt
All you need to take your chicken to the next level is a simple yet full of Mediterranean flavours marinade! And I have just the perfect Greek marinade for chicken […]
Greek Chickpea salad with Feta cheese
A super healthy, colourful and absolutely delicious Greek chickpea salad made with chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, olives, feta cheese and a homemade Greek dressing! The perfect side dish for grilled […]
Greek Stuffed Zucchini in Egg Lemon Sauce (Avgolemono)
Experience the classic flavors of Greece with this delicious and hearty Greek Stuffed Zucchini in Egg Lemon Sauce (Avgolemono)! This traditional Greek dish is a great way to enjoy zucchini, […]
Easy Beef Gyro recipe wrapped in Pita bread
Are you looking for a delicious, homemade meal that is easy to make and cooked in 20 minutes? Look no further than Greek beef gyro with the most flavourful marinade! […]
How to cook Halloumi cheese (Pan fried and Grilled Halloumi recipe)
If you love the taste of halloumi cheese, you’ll be pleased to know that you can cook it in various ways in no time! From pan fried halloumi to grilled […]
Easy Greek Potato Salad (Patatosalata)
Looking for a delicious and flavorful side dish or a light meal? This Greek potato salad (Patatosalata) is the answer! This classic Mediterranean dish is perfect for any occasion and […]
Imam Bayildi recipe
Imam Bayildi (stuffed eggplants) is a simple, delicious vegan dish, packed with so much flavor! An amazing combination of fresh aubergines stuffed with a juicy tomato based filling, caramelised onions, […]
Greek Honey cake (Melopita Sifnos)
If you are looking for a sweet treat, then this Greek Honey Cake (Melopita Sifnos) is a simple and delicious cake to make that will satisfy your craving. The sweetness […]
Lamb Stifado recipe (Greek lamb stew)
If you are searching for proper Greek comfort food then Lamb Stifado will be perfect! This Greek lamb stew is easy to make and is ideal for those cooler evenings […]
Vasilopita Tsoureki recipe (Greek New Years Bread/ Vasilopita bread)
Greek cuisine is full of recipes that have meaning and this Vasilopita Tsoureki (Greek New Years bread) is a perfect example. Vasilopita bread is a sweet treat that is served […]
Easy Greek Spanakopita with puff Pastry
Spanakopita (Greek spinach pie) is one of those delicious Greek dishes that you might think is a bit complicated to make. But the good news? It isn’t that hard to […]
Chocolate Baklava recipe
Are you a big fan of Baklava but can’t have a dessert without chocolate? Then you’ll love this recipe! This Chocolate Baklava is the perfect combination of the traditional dessert […]
Baklava Cheesecake recipe
Everyone loves Baklava but sometimes you want to go a little further with your dessert. That’s where this simple Cheesecake Baklava recipe comes in! It has all the flavors and […]
Greek Orzo Salad (Orzo feta salad)
Greek Orzo Salad (Orzo feta salad) is one of those super simple dishes that take just so little effort to prepare! Short cooking time, little preparation and you will have […]
Greek Meat Pie (Kreatopita)
If you are looking for a classic Greek meat pie, then this recipe for Kreatopita will be just what you need! Combining two different types of meat, it is a […]
Vegan Moussaka with Lentils
So you love moussaka but you are fasting for lent or you are a vegan? That doesn’t mean you have to miss out on your favorite dish anymore! This is […]
Vegan Tzatziki Sauce Recipe (dairy free)
This is my ultimate Vegan Tzatziki recipe! Deliciously creamy, refreshing and, best of all, even though its dairy-free, it tastes just like the original! Perfect if you are following a […]
Easy Tsoureki in Bread Machine
Who doesn’t love a deliciously soft tsoureki! This is my super easy tsoureki recipe made using a bread machine. It needs less than 10 minutes hands on time to prepare […]
Greek Olive Oil Cookies (koulourakia ladiou)
If you are looking for a classic Greek biscuit, then look no further than these Greek olive oil cookies or koulourakia ladiou. Cookies with olive oil are a little different […]
Greek Bifteki (Baked beef patties) with lemon potatoes
Greek baked bifteki (beef patties) with lemon potatoes! A staple dish in every Greek household! Juicy and well seasoned minced beef, infused with the flavours of parsley, garlic, onions and oregano, […]
Feta Saganaki (Pan fried Feta cheese)
Tangy feta cheese melting inside an extra crispy coating and finished with a touch of lemon! A super quick and easy Greek feta saganaki recipe to impress your guests and […]
Galaktoboureko with Kataifi (Greek Custard and shredded phyllo pie)
A mouthwatering variation of the traditional Greek galaktoboureko made with kataifi dough (shredded phyllo dough)! Golden crispy kataifi dough wrapped around fluffy aromatic semolina custard and bathed in syrup.. Well one […]
Grandma’s Tiropitakia (cheese pies) with flour made in 5 minutes!
Golden and crispy on the outside fluffy in the inside and amazingly fragrant! This super easy 5 minute recipe for Grandma’s tiropitakia with flour and feta cheese will become your […]
Easy Sourdough Bread recipe with starter (prozimi)
Who said homemade sourdough bread needs to be difficult? This is my super easy sourdough bread recipe with starter (psomi me prozimi) for you to make every day with minimal […]
Lazarakia bread recipe (Greek Easter Lazarus breads)
This Easter try out this super easy and aromatic little Lazarakia (Greek Lazarus breads) recipe and combine tradition with family cooking creating wonderful memories for your family! The tradition of […]
Greek Omelette recipe with Feta cheese
Add a mediterannean twist to your plate with this flavourful Greek omelette recipe with feta cheese, black olives and tomato! Greek omelette is a very versatile dish one can enjoy […]
Bread machine sourdough bread recipe
This is my go-to Bread machine sourdough bread recipe. Ever since I bought my bread machine, I was thrilled that I could prepare delicious bread with minimal effort every day. But I […]
Greek Beef Soup recipe (Kreatosoupa)
The perfect dish for a cold winter’s day! Hearty, simple, aromatic and extra warming Greek beef soup (Kreatosoupa) with vegetables and potatoes for the whole family to enjoy! As the […]
Greek Honey Sesame bars (Pasteli recipe)
If you are looking for a super easy and healthy sweet snack, then this Greek honey sesame bars recipe (Pasteli) will become a family favorite! Pasteli is actually a Greek […]
Greek Food ideas for Thanksgiving
If you are tired of preparing the same dishes every year for Thanksgiving, maybe it is time to mix things up a bit and try some of our ideas for […]
Greek coffee recipe – How to make Greek coffee (Ellinikos Kafes)
Greek coffee is a strong brew of coffee, which is served with foam on the top (kaimaki) and the grounds at the bottom of the cup. It is a style […]
Greek Moustokouloura recipe (Grape must cookies with petimezi)
An amazing super easy traditional Greek recipe for Moustokouloura (Grape must cookies) made in only 35 minutes from scratch! These Moustokouloura cookies are really delicious and fragrant. While baking them […]
Fanouropita recipe (Saint Fanourios cake)
An amazing moist aromatic Fanouropita / Phanouropita cake scented with the aromas and blends of cinnamon and ground clove, with sweet raisins and chopped walnuts! This is the traditional recipe for […]
How to make the Best Greek Frappe coffee (Iced coffee)
Greek frappe is with no doubt the most popular coffee throughout Greece especially at summer time, when you need a cold and refreshing drink. Some call frappe Greek National drink […]
Greek Bread recipe (Village bread/ Horiatiko Psomi)
A super easy Greek village bread recipe (Horiatiko Psomi) that will amaze you! This is a Greek rustic bread recipe, that I’m absolutely certain all you bread lovers will enjoy for its simplicity. For […]
Easy Homemade Pizza Dough for Beginners
A super easy pizza dough recipe that rivals even the best Italian restaurants! Over the years I’ve tried many homemade pizza dough recipes but none of them managed to give […]
Greek Okra stew recipe with Tomatoes (Bamies Laderes)
A delicious and super healthy Greek okra stew recipe (Bamies Laderes) with potatoes, cooked in rich aromatic tomato sauce! Okra is an ingredient that is often under appreciated, but if you cook it the right way it’s definitely worth giving it a try.
Amazing No knead Bread Recipe
An amazing no knead bread recipe for you to make your own homemade bread with literally no effort! This recipe requires no special equipment, mixer or technique. You will only […]
Christopsomo recipe (Greek Christmas Bread with Walnuts)
If you haven’t tried Christopsomo (Greek Christmas bread) before, then you are certainly missing out! Soft, fluffy, with a beautiful crust and unique flavour.. This is the most delicious Christopsomo […]
Greek Christmas Traditions and Customs
A mother’s melodic lullaby, granddad’s legends, Christmas carols, Cretan serenades, traditional dances and many others. Centuries old customs and Greek traditions that have accompanied us in every facet of our […]
Chocolate covered Melomakarona (Greek Christmas honey cookies with chocolate)
For all the chocolate lovers, this one is for you! Chocolate covered Melomakarona! Incredibly moist Greek Christmas cookies, soaked in an aromatic honey syrup and dipped in melted chocolate.. Who can really resist?
Talatouri recipe (Cypriot tzatziki sauce with mint)
Mint or no mint? Everyday we receive messages from our readers, asking if the traditional Tzatziki recipe is using mint or not, and if lemon juice or vinegar. So we decided to write about this traditional Cypriot dip, that is called Talatouri, which is also a yogurt based sauce very similar to Greek tzatziki.
Greek peas and potato stew with tomatoes recipe (Arakas laderos kokkinistos)
Healthy, delicious and comforting Greek peas and potato stew with tomatoes (Arakas laderos kokkinistos). A traditional Greek dish that is a staple in every household and with this super easy recipe you can recreate it from scratch, just like yiayia used to make it!
Greek style no bake cheesecake with yogurt
A delicious Greek style no bake cheesecake recipe! Creamy, rich and refreshing with a crunchy biscuit base and a delicious jam topping.. This quick and easy Greek cheesecake recipe with yogurt will become your newest favorite!
Traditional Greek lemon beef stew recipe (Moschari lemonato)
The very best traditional Greek lemon beef stew recipe (Moschari lemonato)! Juicy and tender, melt-in-the-mouth beef simmered in a delicious lemon and white wine sauce, infused with the aromas of garlic, onions and herbs. Simply irresistible! Discover how to make it to perfection here…