Venezuelan Arepas
For any Venezuelan, there’s much to be said about arepas; first and foremost, let’s make it clear that they meet all the criteria to be considered “bread.” Yes, arepas are...
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Home Cooking Recipes
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Quatre Quarts: French Pound Cake
Quatre quarts, the French pound cake, gets its name from the four essential ingredients that are used in equal quantities: eggs, sugar, butter and flour. This makes it very simple...
Easy Feta Beetroot Dip
Colorful, healthy, seasonal – it is a joy to behold! This beet and feta cheese dip is a delicious pink madness spread on a slice of sourdough toast. The result:...
Harira: Moroccan Chickpea & Tomato Soup
Harira is a traditional Moroccan soup that is enjoyed all year round and it’s especially popular to break the fast during the sacred month of Ramadan. Harira is a delicious...
Savory Sweet Potato Pie
A delicious and extra-cheesy savory sweet potato pie recipe by Greek celebrity chef Giorgos Tsoulis. It’s a great comfort food that you can enjoy on its own or serve as...
Creamy Zucchini Orecchiette
This creamy zucchini orecchiette recipe is a reliable choice for a delicious, light, and quick lunch. Orecchiette are a type of pasta originating from Southern Italy, particularly from the region...
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...
Salt-Crusted Sea Bream (Dorade) with Yogurt Sauce
Sea bream, also known as dorade or gilthead bream, is a staple food in Mediterranean countries from Greece to Spain. It’s a white fish with a delicate flavor (not too...
French Bread Pizza (Baguette Pizza)
If you’re in the mood for pizza but don’t have the time to knead and bake a proper pizza dough, this French bread pizza recipe is a real lifesaver. It’s...
Baba Ganoush
A delightful Eastern Mediterranean dip, and one of the most popular Middle Eastern dishes, baba ghanoush holds its own without needing to be part of the meze – a selection of...
Blood Orange & Lemon Mousse Cake
So, if it’s blood orange season, this red orange and lemon mousse cake is a must. It’s sweet and sour, with a crunchy base and a fine lemon mousse, while...
Cheesecake w/ Caramelized Figs
If you love caramel, figs, and cream cheese-heavy cakes, then this is a must-try recipe. I promise you won’t get enough of it. It’s perfect as a summer cake, but...
Greek Okra Strew in Tomato Sauce (Bamies Latheres)
This is a Greek okra stew recipe known locally as bamies latheres. It’s a traditional dish cooked in a rich tomato and olive oil-based sauce. It’s easy to make and...
Raspberry Brownies with Raspberry Foam
This is probably one of my favorite brownie recipes, and it’s a must-try if you love brownies and have fresh raspberries on hand. The brownies are dense and slightly moist,...
Blueberry Lemon Bundt Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
This recipe for Bundt cake, dotted with purple blueberries and infused with the sublime flavor of lemon, topped with a delicious cream cheese frosting, has been loudly praised by neighbors,...
Raspberry Lemon Loaf Cake
If you love sweet and sour desserts, with a sublime lemon flavor and delicious pieces of raspberry, you’re in the right place! If you don’t, you’re still in the right...
No-bake Cranberry Energy Bites w/ Peanut Butter
This is a guilt-free and easy-to-make sweet treat loaded with vitamins and healthy fats. It’s the perfect snack to boost your energy while on the road, hiking, or any other...
Greek Eggplant & Potato Stew (Yahni)
This classic Greek eggplant and potato stew, known as yahni, can be enjoyed with or without feta cheese. Make sure to cut the eggplants slightly larger than the rest of...
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....
Greek Watermelon Pie
Combining the natural sweetness of watermelon with a touch of Mediterranean flair, this pie is the perfect treat for warm weather and a wonderful way to enjoy the flavors of...
Whipped Cream & Raspberry Ice Cream
Making ice cream at home is not difficult at all. If you have an ice cream machine, it can be even easier. One of the secrets to making good ice...
Chocolate Truffles with Peanut Butter
When it comes to chocolate-based treats, truffles are the most decadent and chocolatey dessert ever. While these peanut butter truffles don’t have as much chocolate as classic chocolate truffles, the...
Vegan Banana & Mango Cakes
These vegan mango cakes are a simple, flavorful recipe that will satisfy any sweet tooth. They also double up as a dessert for those who fast or are on a...