Cretan Horta kaltsounia

There’s something truly special about Cretan cuisine — it’s simple, pure, and full of life. These little hand pies, known as kalitsounia, are one of Crete’s most beloved traditional foods.Made with homemade dough and filled with fresh seasonal greens, herbs, and a hint of olive oil, they capture the true taste of the island — ...

Olive Sourdough Bread

Few things feel more comforting than the smell of freshly baked bread filling your kitchen — especially when it’s your own creation. This olive sourdough bread is simple, rustic, and deeply flavorful, made with just a handful of ingredients: flour, water, salt, and naturally fermented starter. Every slice carries the essence of Mediterranean simplicity — a crisp ...

Strifti Bougatsa

A Taste of Thessaloniki in Every Swirl. Bougatsa is one of those iconic Greek pastries that everyone craves in the morning — flaky phyllo, sweet cream, and a dusting of powdered sugar and cinnamon. While you may have tried the square-cut versions sold in bakeries, there’s something special about the strifti bougatsa — the spiral-shaped pastry ...

Zambonotyropita

There’s nothing quite like a warm slice of zambonotyropita (ζαμπονοτυρόπιτα) fresh from the oven. This savory Greek pie, filled with layers of creamy cheese and smoky ham wrapped in golden pastry, is a comfort food classic you’ll find in bakeries, homes, and school lunches all across Greece. Perfect for breakfast, a quick lunch, or as part ...