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22 August 2023
I am constantly amazed by the incredible versatility of Greek ingredients, from cheeses and Greek yogurt to fresh veggies, and today, I’m looking at them in sandwiches. I have 5 mouth-watering Greek-inspired sandwich recipes that will not only satisfy your cravings for fresh, light, and healthy Mediterranean diet foods, but also promote a healthy overall lifestyle with the goodness of ...
11 July 2023
When summer arrives, it’s time for slow eating with friends, seafood served up on tables set right next to the sea, and Greece’s iconic summery slow-drinking beverage: ouzo!
16 May 2023
Lots of people ask me if I can suggest a weekly Mediterranean diet or Ikarian diet meal plan, and while I don’t have something per se, mostly because I am not a dietician (and therefore think more like a cook), I can certainly offer up a few tips and ideas for adding variety to your weekly recipe roster, all in ...
7 February 2023
Super Bowl Sunday is coming up! And whether you’re an avid sports fan, or you’re staying tuned just for the commercials, or you think of the whole event as a buildup to a Rihanna concert, everyone can agree on one thing: there should always be good food. When it's healthy and Greek-Mediterranean, all the better!
4 January 2023
FALAFEL 101: The origin of falafel is highly debated. Most likely, it was born in Egypt and then spread throughout the region of the Middle East. It’s believed that the word falafel could come from the word fūl, which means fava beans, as this was its first main ingredient. In modern times, falafel has been considered the national dish ...
19 December 2022
During the holidays, I always look for ways to bring healthy plant-based dishes to the table. But I know it’s not easy to create a vegan menu that doesn’t lean on processed foods; a menu that is real and satisfying, and delicious for vegans and non-vegans alike. That’s what today’s blog is all about: vegan recipes with robust flavors that are perfect for Christmas, New Years, and any festive table!
28 November 2022
When the weather turns cold, I start looking for ways to create delicious, hearty, warming soups with Greek pantry items and classic Greek ingredients. The good news is, it’s easy to do! You might think of Greece as a year-round warm weather destination, but the Mediterranean diet is actually chock-full of many excellent soups that are sure to keep you warm in the coldest weather.
7 November 2022
One of the keys to my Thanksgiving table is versatile and interesting dips that can go with anything. It’s not only because they’re delicious, but it’s also because Greek dips are one of the most important aspects of the Greek diet, and an important component of the Mediterranean diet as a whole, representing both seasonal and regional flavors.
12 July 2022
When you imagine a Greek island getaway, what usually comes to mind? Beaches with crystal-clear water, white rocks and sand, those iconic blue domed roofs on cliffsides that descend abruptly into the sea? If so, you’re not alone, and you’re most likely picturing Santorini, one of Greece’s most famous (and breathtakingly beautiful) islands. But besides caldera views that won’t quit ...
26 April 2022
When you think of Greek produce, what comes to mind first? Probably tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers – all the basics of a horiatiki, right? Yes, those vegetables are all great, and particularly wonderful when grown from the Greek earth! But there is so much more to the Greek table, especially in springtime, when gardens on the islands start to transform into ...
