Crispy, Cheesy Potato Fritters
This crispy potato and cheese fritters recipe is inspired by a traditional Romanian recipe called tocinei, which are a part of every Romanian’s childhood. They are a round and crispy...
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Oven-baked Breaded Olives
What’s your favorite snack? I just discovered my favorite one: baked breaded olives. They’re so good they’re addictive, really. Soft and juicy on the inside, these oven-baked breaded olives have...
Avocado Hummus with Spinach
The green spinach and well-ripened avocado give this delicious hummus an intense green color. And since this hummus includes mashed avocado, why not call it guacahummus?🥑 For any hummus and...
Pear & Gorgonzola Tartlets
There is no other fruit, or vegetable even, that better complements the spice and bitter taste of gorgonzola like pears and grapes! It’s likely they only exist to be enjoyed...
Piyaz: Turkish White Bean Salad
Legume salads, featuring ingredients like white beans, kidney beans, chickpeas, broad beans, and black-eyed peas, are essential for anyone looking to familiarize themselves with Turkish salads. When seasoned with olive...
Çoban Salata (Turkish Sheperd’s Salad)
The most popular of Turkish salads is Çoban salad (literally translated to shepherd’s salad). It’s a light and wonderful summer salad made with roughly chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, peppers, and...
Easy Feta Dip w/ Roasted Tomatoes
How fast can you make a quick lunch? 20 minutes on the clock 😊. Serve this feta cheese dip as an appetizer to guests, and you have guaranteed mega excitement....
Walnut Skordalia (Greek Garlic & Bread Dip)
Skordalia is a traditional Greek dip made from toasted bread, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar. It’s a great accompaniment to fried fish, vegetables, or you can use it as a...
Tomatokeftedes (Fried Tomato Balls) with Yogurt Sauce
Tomatokeftedes is one of our favorite Greek dishes and is a traditional appetizer on the island of Santorini. Made with diced tomatoes, onions, mint, and feta cheese, these small bites of...
Ladenia (Traditional Greek Pizza/Flatbread)
Ladenia is a traditional Greek dish originating from Kimolos, a beautiful island located on the southwest of the Cyclades. Ladenia is a type of flatbread topped with a mixture of...
Pink Deviled Eggs
These vibrant and flavorful deviled eggs are sure to add a pop of color and excitement to your table. They are easy to make and super delicious! Related: Easy Deviled...
Mortadella, Burrata and Pesto Focaccia Sandwich
This is an amazing sandwich with some of the best traditional Italian ingredients: mortadella, burrata, pesto, balsamic vinegar, arugula and focaccia. You can make it with store-bought focaccia and pesto...
Mushroom Arancini
Arancini is an Italian appetizer which was invented in Sicily, but are now highly popular throughout Italy. These golden, crispy orbs are filled with a savory mixture of mushrooms, creamy...
Cheese & Bacon Filled Puff Pastry Carrots
If you’re looking for something creative for this Easter look no further than this. These puff pastry carrots filled with a delicious cheese, bacon & chives cream are simply amazing....
Flaounes: Cypriot Easter Cheese Pastries
Flaounes (singular: flaouna) are traditional Cypriot pastries typically enjoyed during Easter. They are made with a rich yeast dough filled with halloumi along with mint, honey, raisins and spices such...
Strawberry Risotto
This is a fantastic strawberry risotto recipe that works great as an appetizer, or even as a light lunch or dinner. It can also work as a side dish for...
Vegetable Dumplings
Loved by everyone, these bite-sized treats are the perfect option for any meal or occasion. The preparation time when making everything from scratch is 2 hours, but trust us, it’s...
Smoked Salmon Kimbap
Introducing a modern twist on a classic favorite – our smoked salmon kimbap recipe. Delicately rolled in seaweed, the combination of succulent smoked salmon, crisp vegetables, creamy cream cheese and...
Spicy Sausage Quesadilla with Fresh Tomato Salsa
This quick and versatile Mexican dish is perfect as a starter or a satisfying breakfast or brunch. The spicy sausages and the vibrant colors of red and hot peppers mingle...
Chicken Fingers with 6 Mayo Dipping Sauces
If you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing party food that’s easy to make and incredibly delicious, look no further than these chicken fingers with six delicious mayo dips. The variety of...
Fried Okra Recipe
Okra is a nutritious vegetable that is rich in fibers and vitamins, but low in calories. It’s great for soups, stews, but you can also make some great okra appetizers...
Homemade Veggie Chips with 6 Yogurt Dips
If you’re looking for a healthy and flavorful snack, these homemade baked vegetable chips with yogurt sauces are just perfect! This recipe combines a variety of colorful and tasty vegetables,...
Deep Fried Zucchini with Greek Yogurt Sauce
This is a an easy-to-make deep fried zucchini recipe served with a delicious side of Greek yogurt sauce. Recipe by Greek celebrity Chef Giorgos Tsoulis. You can also serve the...
Best Fried Calamari Recipe with Tartar Sauce
This is the quintessential Mediterranean seafood recipe. Whether you’ve been to Greece, Croatia, Italy or Spain, fried calamari have been on almost all seafood restaurant’s menus. But we’ve had the...