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Athens in the Summer!
I often get asked by friends and visitors to make recommendations or even itineraries for things to do in Athens during the summer! You ...

Karitas Mitrogogos
Aug 8, 20225 min read


Girls Night In - Always a Great Idea!
This week in Reykjavik, Iceland I was really lucky to be invited to a fun and relaxing Girls Night In evening hosted by my friend and...

Karitas Mitrogogos
Aug 5, 20222 min read


Monemvasia - A Stunning Destination!
Following a most enjoyable visit to the idyllic mountain village of Kosmas, Monemvasia . . . a small but commanding island on the...

Karitas Mitrogogos
Aug 1, 20223 min read


Eggplant and Pepper Casserole
This is a really delicious and colorful vegetarian dish that can be made ahead of time that tastes even better the following day! It...

Karitas Mitrogogos
Jul 26, 20222 min read


Our Amazing Peloponnese Road Trip!
The Greek islands are always a great option for a holiday but if you want to experience the “real-Greece”, spend a week or two...

Karitas Mitrogogos
Jun 30, 20226 min read


Bacalao with Spicy Tomato sauce & Olives
In spring around the Greek National Day (25 March) when many locals enjoy the traditional dish of Bakalario Skordalia, (fried salted cod...

Karitas Mitrogogos
Apr 18, 20224 min read


A 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 Mitrogogos
Mar 21, 20222 min read


Steamed Broccoli with Yoghurt Tahini Sauce
Steamed or boiled broccoli is cleansing, healthful, high in vitamin C, as well as protein (45% of the calories in broccoli are from...

Karitas Mitrogogos
Feb 18, 20222 min read


The 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 Mitrogogos
Dec 15, 20212 min read


Gorgeous 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 Mitrogogos
Dec 6, 20213 min read


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 Mitrogogos
Nov 18, 20212 min read


Memorable 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 Mitrogogos
Nov 18, 20213 min read


Tasty 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 Mitrogogos
Oct 14, 20213 min read


Lamb 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 Mitrogogos
Sep 28, 20212 min read


My 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 Mitrogogos
Aug 28, 20213 min read


My 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 Mitrogogos
Aug 26, 20212 min read


My 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 Mitrogogos
Aug 24, 20213 min read


My 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 Mitrogogos
Aug 7, 20216 min read


Idyllic 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 Mitrogogos
Jul 17, 20214 min read


Lemon/Pea/Asparagus Risotto with Smoked Sea Bream
A 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 Mitrogogos
May 23, 20214 min read
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