Authentic, traditional, locally sourced Greek recipes and nutritional advice.
The traditional recipe for semolina based Greek halva is often referred as “1:2:3:4”, as it calls for one unit oil, two semolina, three sugar and four water. So simple! So if you are looking for a delicious no-dairy, no-butter and egg-free dessert, that’s the one
Spice things up with this simple and extra tasty Greek feta cheese dip (tirokafteri)! A very rustic, ethnic Greek dish, great for every occasion and the perfect dip to go […]
If, like me, you love food and have hungry mouths to feed when you get home after a long day at work you are always faced with a dilemma. Takeaway, […]
Creamy, extra cooling and with a crunchy bite! Ready in less than 10 minutes, this yogurt dessert is the perfect way to finish off a hearty meal. A light and smooth […]
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 Portokalopita recipe. Find out how to make this tasty Greek phyllo yogurt cake infused with the aromas of fresh oranges and cinnamon here.
Delicious, traditional Greek cookies recipe infused with orange zest and vanilla! The best part? Ready to bake in 10 minutes and ready to eat in less than 30!
Golden brown and extra crispy; whether used soaked with aromatic syrup for desserts, or filled with creamy, juicy fillings, phyllo dough always gives a rustic touch to our homemade pies […]
With the festive season upon us there is nothing better than a perfectly made roast for that special family dinner! Read more as we uncover the best-kept secrets behind the perfect roast…
Feta cheese pizza – A unique Greek inspired pizza recipe! A unique Greek inspired feta cheese pizza recipe made with -what else- feta cheese! Have a bite and let the […]
Juicy and moist, there is nothing better than a homemade stuffed burger! A lot of recipes use bacon or yellow cheese for the stuffing but with this recipe we go […]
Ever since I remember baking, I always wondered whether I can make self raising flour bread. Conventional baking wisdom would dictate that you always need yeast and strong bread flour to make bread. But sometimes you just don’t have any laying around. So I made this amazing bread with only four ingredients and with its preparation lasting less than the walk to the nearby bakery store! Only 10 minutes!
Feta cheese is a delicacy, fried, baked, used for stuffing, or accompanying a nice glass of white wine. But did you know it can provide substantial health benefits as well?
A delicious and relatively easy recipe for a Greek beef stew, perfect for a large family dinner! Discover all the secrets to make it to perfection!
A mouthwatering veggie dish, that will amaze you! An extraordinary combination of juicy, salty fried feta covered with crispy, golden-brown sesame seeds with sweet honey sauce! …sounds complicated? Well, it […]
A traditional, creamy, healthy and delicious Greek lentil soup recipe. Discover how to prepare your lentil soup the traditional Greek way; with some fresh herbs, extra virgin olive oil, a splash of red wine vinegar and top with crumbled feta cheese!
The most delicious and unique pie, with an amazingly creamy filling, wrapped in crispy golden brown kataifi dough! Prepare it for a dinner party and amaze your guests with it’s […]
A delicious Greek bifteki (burgers) recipe topped with spicy feta cheese and a deliciously juicy grilled tomato! Some people, prefer their burgers neat, but Greeks enhance the flavor of their burgers (bifteki) with fresh herbs, like oregano, spearmint and parsley giving them a unique taste.
Try the fluffiest and crispiest cod fritters ever! Served with an amazing garlicky mashed-potato dip. Discover all the secrets behind this amazing dish here…
For all the cheese lovers! A simple and beloved traditional Greek Saganaki recipe, made with only two ingredients and ready in less than 10 minutes!
In a hurry? This awesome Strapatsada dish from Peloponnese is made in only 20 minutes and using four ingredients, perfect for a quick, light meal! If you’re like eggs, check […]
Extra crispy and extra tasty! Kontosouvli is an extra large pork souvlaki traditionally slow roasted on a spit over an open charcoal pit. But, I hear you say, its not […]
Revithokeftedes (Greek chickpea fritters) is a very healthy and delicious appetizer from the island of Sifnos! In Greece these delicious revithokeftedes are usually served as part of a meze platter, […]
The most yummy Greek chicken pie (Kotopita) with an amazingly moist filling, wrapped in crispy golden-brown phyllo dough! Savory pies are part of every Greek household and come into different […]
Our very best recipe for Kourampiedes! Traditionally made to celebrate Christmas, these sweet little butter cookies will definitely set you on a festive mood! Click here to discover the secrets behind this irresistible Christmas treat!
The very best traditional Greek jam tart recipe! Find out how to make a delightful pasta flora using your favorite kind of jam and wake up the whole family with its amazing smell!
Juicy and full of flavors! Surprise your guests with this dish and let them wonder what is hidden inside these cute little pouches! Recipe image gallery:
There is nothing better than a perfectly cooked roast for a large family dinner. And this traditional Greek lemon chicken recipe never fails to impress! ‘Kotopoulo lemonato’ is a traditional […]
A mouthwatering chocolate and biscuit cake! Crunchy and creamy with an amazing praline chocolate ganache.. And ready in only 15 minutes, without using an electric mixer or an oven! Enjoy!
Simplicity is perfection! Ready in only 20 minutes, a delicious veggie pasta dish with aubergines and feta cheese, perfect for a light meal!
The most easy and delicious feta cheese pie with some extra crispy homemade phyllo! It is very common in Greece to make homemade phyllo dough, but it requires a lot […]
An absolutely delicious orange peel preserve recipe! Bright, colorful, sweet and syrupy, this the perfect way to preserve the essence of this delicious fruit all year round!
The juiciest, extra tender stuffed pork tenderloin with an amazingly creamy wine sauce! This is the perfect roast dinner for a hearty Sunday family meal. Spice it up using some […]
Our tasty take on the traditional sponge cake! Garnish with vanilla sugar glaze and enjoy the perfect dessert! Recipe image gallery:
A delicious traditional Greek ‘Tiropita’ recipe suitable for every time of the day, as a main dish, starter or mid-day snack! To prepare this traditional tiropita recipe (Greek cheese pie) […]
Discover our very best recipe for the crispiest homemade chicken gyros with fluffy pita breads and tzatziki sauce. An authentic Greek street food that is known and loved around the world!
For all the chocolate lovers out there, this mouthwatering all-weather Greek chocolate and biscuits dessert (Mosaiko) is made for you! Deliciously soft, creamy and with a crunchy bite. And best […]
Traditional Greek tzatziki sauce recipe. Find out how to prepare this cool and creamy sauce the traditional Greek way as served in the very best taverns!
The perfect recipe for one of the most popular Greek dishes, Greek roast lamb shank! Greeks love their lamb dishes and they love them well done. But never dry, rather […]
Less is more! Made with only four ingredients, this baked feta recipe (feta bouyiourdi) is a very simple and delicious appetizer that will amaze you! Discover the secrets behind this amazing recipe here…
Try something different! Who says a risotto can’t be Greek? Prepare your risotto, using some good quality tomatoes, feta cheese and fresh oregano and enjoy a quick and summery meal! […]
There’s nothing better than a well cooked burger! Try our healthy, tasty take on this popular dish that will bring the taste of the Aegean to your plate! And if […]
Discover this traditional Greek kolokithokeftedes (zucchini/ courgette balls) recipe. Find out how to make this fried feta and courgette delight the authentic Cretan way.
Fluffy and extra syrupy! A mouthwatering Greek walnut cake recipe, scented with the aromas and blends of cinnamon and grounded clove. This is the traditional Greek walnut cake recipe which calls […]
Discover this amazing crunchy, buttery, phyllo and feta cheese rolls recipe, perfect as an appetiser or side dish for a hearty family meal! And remember, make a few extra! Your loved ones will be coming back for more!
If you have ever been to Greece you can’t have missed out on this delicious Greek appetizer, served in every Psarotaverna (fish tavern)! This is a very easy Mussels saganaki […]
Healthy and absolutely delicious Horta recipe (Boiled Greek Wild Leafy Greens) for the lovers of Greek cuisine! Horta is a very popular salad one can find almost everywhere in Greece. The […]
The perfect way to cook roast pork! Amazingly juicy and tender, covered in a delicious slightly sweet honey-mustard based sauce with the aromas and blends of oranges, lemons, fresh rosemary […]
A super tasty and super easy traditional dish from Cyclades islands! Froutalia can be made with a variety of ingredients, depending on the season: green beans, artichokes, onions, zucchini, etc. […]
An authentic Soutzoukakia recipe as introduced to the Greek cuisine in the beginning of the 20th century. These baked meatballs are infused with the aromas of cumin and soaked in a tasty and rich tomato sauce, making them the perfect comfort food!
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