Spanakopita Salad Recipe (Spinach, Feta & Crispy Phyllo Salad)

Spanakopita Salad Recipe

Enjoy a modern twist on classic Greek cuisine with this Spanakopita Salad recipe! Inspired by traditional spanakopita, this healthy Greek salad features baby spinach, authentic Greek feta cheese, fresh dill, scallions, and golden, crunchy baked phyllo pastry. Perfect as a vegetarian Mediterranean salad, mezze, or light lunch. This recipe is featured in Diane Kochilas’ highly […]

Smashed Chickpeas on Toast

Smashed Chickpeas on Toast

Smashed Chickpea Toast is a popular, protein-packed Mediterranean diet meal that’s quick, versatile, and deeply satisfying. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner, and can be kept vegan or topped with eggs for extra protein.

Greek Chicken Salad Recipe

Greek Chicken Salad Recipe

This Greek Chicken Salad is packed with bold Mediterranean flavors and features dried Greek oregano, rich Greek olive oil, and briny Kalamata olives—plus a medley of fresh, vibrant ingredients that are trending and visually stunning. Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or sharing on social media!

Greek Pesto with Walnuts, Olive Oil, and Feta

Greek Pesto with Walnuts, Olive Oil, and Feta

This Greek-inspired pesto swaps the traditional pine nuts and parmesan for walnuts and feta, creating a creamy, tangy, and nutty spread or sauce. It’s perfect tossed with pasta, spread on toast, or drizzled over roasted vegetables.

Baked Feta with Olive Oil and Honey

Baked Feta with Olive Oil and Honey

This baked feta is a classic Greek-inspired appetizer that’s creamy, savory, and sweet—all in one irresistible bite. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, it’s perfect for entertaining or an easy, impressive snack. Enjoy this warm, creamy, and sweet-savory baked feta as a show-stopping appetizer or part of a mezze spread! Ingredients

Number One Longevity Ingredient: Beans!!

Number One Longevity Ingredient: Beans!!

These spiced Greek gigantes are simple and delicious. You can check out all my great BEAN dishes HERE! If there’s one ingredient that embodies both health and tradition, it’s beans. They’re not just a staple in Greek cooking—they’re the #1 longevity food across the Blue Zones, regions where people live exceptionally long and healthy lives. […]

Street Food Snacks in Athens

Street Food Snacks in Athens

STREET FOOD SNACKS in ATHENS…can mean anything from a flaky phyllo cheese pie to fresh fruit from countless street stands! 

Athens is an amazing food city and home to some of the best street snacks in the world. Today’s missive is devoted to a few of my personal favorites, plus one “snack” — dolmades — that make for one of the most iconic Greek recipes.

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