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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 22, 20214 min read
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Mushrooms 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 Mitrogogos
May 7, 20213 min read
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Oven 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 Mitrogogos
Apr 28, 20212 min read
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Treat 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 Mitrogogos
Apr 1, 20213 min read
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Comforting 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 Mitrogogos
Feb 27, 20212 min read
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Winter 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...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Feb 21, 20213 min read
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Christmas Baking with the Kids!
This week I’ve really had a great time getting into the seasonal spirit with the family and the kids joining me with the festive cookie...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Dec 22, 20202 min read
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Gingerbread Cake
I always make this cake during the pre-Christmas season and serve it with the traditional Nordic Glögg (mulled red wine) together with my...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Dec 22, 20201 min read
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Granny's Butter Cookies
In our family, these cookies were always made for Christmas but I like them so much that I make them all year round! They are delicious...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Dec 22, 20202 min read
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Mega Chocolate Chip Cookies
These cookies are easy to make and I often do them together with young children. Actually this week, week I included them in our...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Dec 22, 20201 min read
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Tempting Greek Cheese Pie!
It’s often said here in Greece that during some of the country’s historically tough times, pies have helped sustain its population...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Nov 13, 20204 min read
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Amazing Iceland - 2020/3!
On this year’s northern Iceland road trip I felt truly lucky to be travelling with my brother Rafn and sister-in-law, Anna Juliana. It...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Oct 29, 20203 min read
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Amazing Iceland – 2020/2!
After my arrival in Iceland and following two negative Covid19 tests + quarantine, it was time for an emotional get-together with family a
Karitas Mitrogogos
Oct 17, 20204 min read
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Healthy Oven Steamed Cod Loins with Potato Kale Salad!
As I promised in my blog post . . . Amazing Iceland 2020/1! . . . here are the recipes for the tasty Steamed Cod Loins that I cooked...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Sep 15, 20203 min read
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Awesome Iceland - 2020/1!
Every time I visit Iceland I’m always amazed at the country’s unique natural beauty with its many glaciers, rumbling volcanoes, black...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Sep 11, 20202 min read
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Easy2Make Crème Caramel
When I was a teenager living in Brussels, I learnt how to make Crème Caramel the traditional way by whisking eggs and sugar together and...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Aug 10, 20202 min read
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Exhilarating Lifetime Travel!
On a sunny Sunday morning in July I was invited to join a small group of friends for an exhilarating lifetime travel experience to the...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Aug 10, 20203 min read
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Indulge your Sweet Tooth with Dessert!
Summer is here and it’s time to keep things as cool as possible in the kitchen. I always try to avoid turning on the oven as much as...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Jul 12, 20202 min read
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Quinoa Salad with Veggies & Grapefruit
Quinoa is an incredibly versatile grain that is easy to prepare, high in protein and fiber and can be served for just about any meal...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Jun 26, 20202 min read
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Dutch Oven Pancake with Veggies!
This popover like Dutch Oven Pancake is as versatile as popular. Fill it with veggies and cheese like I have done for lunch or a light...
Karitas Mitrogogos
Jun 20, 20202 min read
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