Karitas MitrogogosApr 184 minBacalao with Spicy Tomato sauce & OlivesIn spring around the Greek National Day (25 March) when many locals enjoy the traditional dish of Bakalario Skordalia, (fried salted cod...
Karitas MitrogogosMar 212 minA Sun-Kissed Week-end Getaway! Sun, sea and good food was on our mind when a good friend and I found ourselves pining for a sun-kissed week-end and decided, on the spur...
Karitas MitrogogosFeb 172 minSteamed Broccoli with Yoghurt Tahini SauceSteamed or boiled broccoli is cleansing, healthful, high in vitamin C, as well as protein (45% of the calories in broccoli are from...
Karitas MitrogogosDec 15, 20212 minThe 20 & SJÖ Restaurant!The 20 & SJÖ mathús & bar, located in the outskirts of Reykjavik is a lovely, cozy restaurant serving tasty and well-presented food with...
Karitas MitrogogosDec 6, 20213 minGorgeous Tasting Baklava!This year in Iceland, I’m adding a touch of Greece to my festive baking for Christmas with yummy Kourabiedes and a gorgeous tasting sweet...
Karitas MitrogogosNov 17, 20212 min Smart Casual Dining at the Gastone Restaurant!The Gastone restaurant, located in Ieros Lochos Square in the heart of Athens’ shopping triangle where Euripides, Praxitelou, Agios...
Karitas MitrogogosNov 17, 20213 minMemorable Meals in Athens!Whether you’re looking for a memorable meal with an incredible view, a fine dining restaurant, brunch, high-teas, wine tastings, cheap...
Karitas MitrogogosOct 14, 20213 minTasty Icelandic/Greek Lamb Recipes that We Love!Icelanders and Greeks love their lamb and eat it frequently throughout the year. The traditional high season for lamb in Greece is...
Karitas MitrogogosSep 28, 20212 minLamb Shanks with Lentils or Beans!It doesn't get better than fall apart tender lamb shanks, braised with healthy veggies and lentils in a tomato broth sauce with herbs. ...
Karitas MitrogogosAug 28, 20213 minMy Westfjörds Adventure - 2021/4!On our fourth day in the Westfjörds, Haldóra and I left Isafjördur on a rather gloomy and cloudy day with a mystical atmosphere. Our...
Karitas MitrogogosAug 26, 20212 minMy Westfjörds Adventure 2021/3!After a good night’s sleep and a hearty breakfast Haldόra and I started the third day of our Westfjörds Adventure by driving to the...
Karitas MitrogogosAug 24, 20213 minMy Westfjörds Adventure – 2021/2!On the second day of our Westfjörds Adventure . . . following an early morning walk and an energizing breakfast in Heydalur . . . Haldόra...
Karitas MitrogogosAug 7, 20216 minMy Westfjörds Adventure - 2021/1!When I sit down to write this I am back in Iceland, the country of fire and ice with its unique landscape, hidden gems and endless...
Karitas MitrogogosJul 16, 20214 minIdyllic Kea Island!With the easing of the Covid-19 restrictions and being double vaccinated it was time to pack my suitcase and think about travelling...
Karitas MitrogogosMay 22, 20214 minLemon/Pea/Asparagus Risotto with Smoked Sea BreamA well prepared risotto is one of the tastiest and most satisfying dishes to cook and can be enjoyed any time of the year with various...
Karitas MitrogogosMay 7, 20213 minMushrooms in the Limelight!This year I have really become hooked on to edible mushrooms; particularly the Portobello and extra-large Champignons or “white button”...
Karitas MitrogogosApr 28, 20212 minOven Roasted Leg of Lamb for Greek Easter!With the Greek Orthodox Easter being celebrated this upcoming Sunday (May 2, 2021) many of us here in Greece are thinking about the many...
Karitas MitrogogosApr 1, 20213 minTreat Yourself to Milk Pie for Easter!It’s nearly time for Easter and I'm getting ready to make and celebrate with both savory and sweet treats . . . and I sure hope you are...
Karitas MitrogogosFeb 27, 20212 minComforting Greek Sausage & Pepper Stew!Spetsofai, a Greek sausage and pepper stew, can be found in many variations. In Pelion, a mountain area in the southeastern part of...
Karitas MitrogogosFeb 21, 20213 minWinter Warmer Cooking for One!Cooking for one can be a bit overwhelming for some, especially after a busy day at work but for somebody like be, who has been cooking...