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Continue readingOhhhh, I miss Greece too much! I have wonderful memories of this beautiful country. The delicious cuisine tantalizes my taste buds, but it’s the warm and welcoming culture that fills my heart with joy. Each visit brings me immense happiness. For me, Greece means family meals full of laughter and love around a table filles with colourful, mouthwatering dishes. The legendary hospitality turns every moment into something special, allowing us to focus on what truly matters: creating lasting memories away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Each Greek island has its own unique charm. Take Santorini, for example,…
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Continue readingReady for a Sunny Getaway? Let’s head to the Mediterranean with this delightful recipe for courgette fritters, known as “Kolokithokeftedes.” This Greek specialty, which I had the pleasure to taste during my trip to Naxos, is a celebration of the Greek summer. I can vividly picture myself in Eliniko with my family, savoring life and relishing an enchanting summer filled with memories. These courgette fritters, shaped into lovely quenelles, showcase the best of local Greek ingredients, making every bite an explosion of flavor. Imagine the perfect combination of fresh courgettes, aromatic herbs, and feta, all enveloped in a golden, crispy…
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Continue readingGreece is a place that wins everyone over with its stunning beaches, divine cuisine, and wonderful hospitality. I must admit that the island of Naxos, while less famous than its neighbors Mykonos, Santorini, or its twin sister Paros, holds a special place in my heart. It is the largest and most fertile of all the Cyclades islands, making it a hidden gem waiting to be explored! Where to Stay in Naxos? For the second year in a row, we’ve chosen to spend our summer holiday in Naxos. And once again, we opted for the same charming accommodation. The adorable “Sorokos…
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Continue readingRoasted Greek lamb shoulder is a dish often served at Easter. It’s so easy to make and incredibly delicious. The dish itself doesn’t require much work, but it does need slow cooking for flavourful, juicy meat that melts in your mouth, along with a creamy and divine sauce. For the herbs, you need nothing complicated: garlic, rosemary, thyme, oregano, and lemon. This blend goes perfectly with lamb and adds wonderful flavour.You might be wondering why I chose to share this roasted Greek lamb shoulder recipe with you. The answer is simple: we decided to spend our holidays in Greece again,…
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Continue readingIf you have visited Greece you’re certainly familiar with this classic dish “Greek stuffed vegetables yemista”. What is “Yemista” ? Go to any Greek taverna and you’ll find Yemista on the menu. Yemista in Greek means “stuffed” or “filled with”. It’s a traditional Greek dish of stuffed summer vegetables with rice, herbs and grated vegetables, then baked in a tomato sauce and plenty of olive oil. Tomatoes and bell peppers are the most popular but you can use any vegetables that you like. They may contain minced beef, but during my stay in Naxos I only had the vegetarian version…