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I love the idea of adding a little Greek flair to your Thanksgiving table! If you want something beginner-friendly and low-stress, I'd suggest either my Greek Orange Phyllo Cake (Portokalopita) recipe or my Greek Lazy Cake recipe. Both are easy to make and hold up beautifully if you prep them...

Hi! I always make my Yiayia's recipe for pie. She always used either pumpkin or butternut squash. I have lots of tips and step-by-step photos on my blog before the recipe card. You can check it out here. Let me know what you think!

Hi! I always use uncooked starchy, short-grain white rice (or Arborio rice), as it's what is traditional here in Greece. I have a great recipe for it here, if you'd like to try it, plus lots of tips in the post!

Hi! I have a post on Easy Baklava Rolls using this pan size, plus lots of different tips. What I found with the syrup is it depends on the dessert. When I make Galaktoboureko, because it has the custard, I always pour cooled syrup over it, but, when making baklava, I have found that gradually...

Hi! Here's my own traditional recipe that's been in my family for generations. You'll find lots of tips in the post, too. Let me know what you think!

Hi! I have a tried and trusted Portokalopita Recipe that has everything you're looking for! I have an easy method where I shred the phyllo dough, but don't layer it and the syrup is amazing! It's not too sweet. I have lots of tips and suggestions in my post to help you make it. You'll find the...

Hi! Bougatsa is very popular for breakfast in Greece, as are other handheld pies. I have lots of tips on how to make your own Homemade Bougatsa on my blog, it's very easy! The actual recipe is at the bottom of the post, but I suggest going through the post first to learn all the different tips...

Hi! One dessert I make for Easter is Greek Ekmek Kataifi! It's not as sweet as other Greek desserts and I think it's a perfect way to end the meal. I have a 2 different ways to make it on my blog, with lots of different tips, too. Melomakarona are Christmas cookies, but these Ladokouloura...

I have a really good guide on making Tsoureki at home 2 ways! It's really easy! I suggest going through the post first before trying the recipe out from the recipe card at the end. Let me know what you think!

I have a chocolate cake on my blog that has ouzo - it's really good! Check it out here and let me know what you think. ?

I make this Chocolate Salami (known in Greek as Kormo or Mosaiko) which has 2 options (one is vegan). It's so easy to make, too!

Hey there! If you want something impressive, you could try making Greek Ekmek Kataifi, which you could either serve in individual glasses or in a big pan. It's unique and absolutely delicious! I have lots of other Greek desserts on my blog, too! Check them out and let me know if you have any...

Hi! I have lots of authentic Greek recipes on my blog, some of which use olive oil as the main ingredient. Olive oil is great in baking, especially if it's light. Check out some of my recipes and let me know if you have any specific questions - I'd be happy to help!

Hi! I have all the tips and tricks you need about making the best homemade Tsoureki! In my post, you'll find lots of information, including how to get the perfect texture, shiny tops, and how to use mahlepi and mastiha (which I grind myself, but you can use pre-ground if you can find it) . I...

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Hi! I have a recipe on my blog for Galaktoboureko that's made without semolina and it has a wonderful, creamy texture. Also, I think that when the syrup is just right and not too much, the dessert isn't overly sweet. Check out my post, too, for lots of other tips that might help you out. Let me...

Hi! It looks like there could be a lot of different reasons as to why your halva is crumbling apart. When the liquid ratios are just right, you won't have any problems with the halva in a mold. Here's my Easy Halva Cake recipe that I've been making for many years. If you look at all the photos...

I've been living in Greece for over 30 years and almost everyone I know puts up Christmas trees at home, and they're decorated just like in other countries. They're usually taken down after New Year's or a little before January 6, which is Epiphany.

Hi! If you're just starting out, I suggest you make a cake version, which is a lot easier. I have a tried and trusted recipe for Vasilopita, and lots of tips, including when and how to hide the coin! Let me know how it goes!

HI! For my Baklava Rolls, and Melomakarona, I always use wildflower honey, which is amazing! I've also used forest honey, too, which is a little less sweet. There isn't that big of a difference in the end, though, as long as it's good, high-quality honey. I do find thick, organic honey to be...