On a sunny spring day, last week, my husband and I headed to the picturesque mountain town of Kalavryta on the northwestern side of the...

This is a truly simple dish that is really Easy2Make and always a big hit . . . as long as you are not allergic to shrimp! Here in...

While the Greek Orthodox tradition of Lent (19 February – 31 March 2017) is meant as a period of spiritual and physical cleansing, for...

Greek Bean Soup In Greece this soup is mainly served in winter with hearty bread, olives and hard boiled eggs. I also like to serve some...

Taramosalata, a creamy, richly-flavored fish roe spread and well-known Greek Lent specialty, is enjoyed throughout the year all over...

These Heart Healthy Muffins have no eggs or dairy products. It’s the olive oil, walnuts, brandy, spices and fresh orange juice + orange...

The octopus, a well-known delicacy and Greek cuisine staple, is a lot easier to cook than most people believe! My Way of preparing this...

Upon entering the Bournovalia Kebabzidiko in Nea Smyrni, an Athens neighborhood known for its many hidden foodie treasures, I was struck...

In the last couple of years the gyros and souvlaki scene in Athens has truly exploded . . . with shops serving these mouth-watering...

A luscious tasting, old fashioned bread pudding served fresh from the oven with tasty crisp edges, soft lightly spiced custard middle...

When Mama Roux first opened their doors in November 2011, I considered it as a welcome addition to the Athens downtown food scene. ...

Generally speaking I love all pulses but green or brown lentils are true favorites. These natural wonders have a hearty dense nutty flavor w

Lentils are easy to cook, versatile and make for nutritious, hearty cooked meals all year round. I and my Greek husband eat lentils, at...

The Greek olive oil is often considered the lifeline of the Greek cuisine. With its superior quality, fruity aroma and wonderful gutsy...

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If you love chocolates I am pretty sure you will succumb to the traditionally handcrafted delicacies of the Aristokratikon chocolate shop...

To make my holiday meals extra special I love to make these scrumptious tasting bread rolls. They are ideal for brunch and a lovely...

At the Juicy Grill, a small and unassuming restaurant in the Athens neighborhood of Cholargos, you will find a broad selection of tasty...

Gingerbread cookies are a must for me at Christmas! Every time I make them they bring back lots and lots of happy childhood memories...

O Psaras (The Fisherman), located on the east side of the Marathon Beach, about 28 km from central Athens, is one of my all-time favorite...