I was so excited to film this Greek Tsoureki recipe because it's something I've enjoyed my entire life. Making it for this episode conjured up so many happy Easter memories. Easter is such a big holiday in Greek culture, we've always spent it with big groups of family and friends and they're the meals I cherish most. Tsoureki is a traditional Greek sweet bread. It's typically enjoyed throughout the day and evening on Easter day. People slice pieces for breakfast or a quick sn

I like to bake for my family, and sometimes I try to make recipes that aren’t too dessert-like so they’re good snacks to enjoy during the school week. These Greek Yogurt Peanut Butter Muffins with Chocolate Chips are one of these recipes. They aren’t made with any oil or butter, instead I use a protein-packed Greek yogurt for moisture and fat. Then I add in flavor with peanut butter and a little honey for sweetness. If you want more sweetness, you can add more honey or sugar!

These delicious Gingerbread Pancakes with Holiday Spiced Syrup are exactly what you’re going to want on your table this season. They are as delicious as they sound, perfectly fluffy pancakes filled with gingerbread flavor and drizzled with warm, holiday spiced maple syrup!  The key to making these is using fresh spices and making the batter from scratch. I don’t recommend adding spices to store bought pancake mix because you won’t quite get the flavors you want. Then, use the

There's something magical about making fresh fig jam right in my own kitchen, especially when that kitchen is in my new home in Chios, Greece. This recipe for Classic Fig Jam is particularly special to me because the figs are picked straight from the tree in my backyard. It's a true taste of the Mediterranean summer, and I’m so excited to share it with you!  Moving into my new house in Chios has been a dream come true, and one of the first things I did this summer was explore

Christmas morning is so exciting in our house. We love waking up and running downstairs to gather around the tree with each other and our extended family. As you’d expect, the energy of the season is bar none and I plan ahead when it comes to preparing food that will fuel us through every event. On Christmas morning I make this delicious quiche recipe. It comes together really easily and is the perfect protein-packed bite to enjoy while we unwrap our stockings. If you want to

Nikolas has a list of favorite foods and these Breakfast Corn Dogs are near the top! It’s so much fun to make them because he can help out. I always love getting my children into the kitchen with us, it helps them learn how to cook and appreciate eating together as a family. The jist of these corn dogs is fairly simple. They are breakfast sausages dipped in pancake batter and cooked to perfection. I keep the ingredients very easy when we make these. Pre-cooked breakfast sausa

There is nothing as awesome as a slice of Avocado Toast in the morning. I know it seems a little basic to share, but I swear, the way I make it is so good that it must be enjoyed this way at least once! Since this recipe contains very few ingredients it is key that these ingredients are of the highest quality. I always use the freshest bread I can find because that’s what will toast up nicely. Then, there’s the matter of getting the avocado as fresh and ripe as possible. I kn

The range of recipes I share with you represent the range of recipes I cook for my family. Obviously, most of what we cook has a Mediterranean origin, but I also cook plenty of classic American family foods. Banana & Blueberry Pancakes can be found in many cultures in different variations and we really like the thick, hearty American version. I make them with Greek yogurt for extra flavor and because it creates a denser texture. Plus, the yogurt adds a nice shot of protein to

Banana Pumpkin Chocolate Chip bread is my favorite quick bread recipe for fall. It is easy to make, tastes fantastic, and is perfect for children. I always have a lot of bananas in my kitchen because my kids grab them whenever they need a quick snack. When I’m making this bread, I always use the two that are the most overripe because they are easy to mash, and this way they won’t go to waste and get thrown out. The pumpkin I use comes from a can. We love to carve pumpkins, bu

Breakfast is not a big meal in Greece. We also don’t do a lot of “breakfast for dinner”, something you hear about a lot in America. However, we do cook a lot with eggs, and we often eat egg dishes at lunch and dinner. Tomatoes and Eggs is a great dish that is served frequently at meals and is sometimes accompanied by meats on the side, or just served as a heavy snack. Fresh bread is typically bought daily in Greece. It is used for dipping, being eaten with spreads, or made in

Today I’m sharing two popular recipes from the smoothie bar I own. The Banana Royal and the Daily Greens Smoothie are ordered all day long and for very different reasons. The Banana Royal is protein packed and is perfect for before or after a workout. A lot of people order it first thing in the morning to get their day off to a healthy start. The Daily Greens smoothie is the best for people looking to get their greens when they don’t have time for a salad. This is one of my p

These Lemon Poppyseed Muffins are made with Greek Yogurt, which makes them a tangy, tasty breakfast treat. Muffins are one of those great recipes you always need around. You can make them for the breakfast or brunch, to take to school in lunchboxes, for friends, or even to stock the freezer. I like making these for my kids because they often eat breakfast on-the-go. At least if they are getting these muffins in the morning, I know they are getting something good in their stom

I know traditional Greek omelets are hugely popular and I’ll make one diner-style in the future. Today I’m making an amazing full pan omelet that you'll find served all over Greece, and I used to serve at our Greek restaurant for brunch. I like this omelet because it is so hardy without being too heavy. It’s very filling and tastes incredible. If you can’t find the Greek sausages you can use whatever you have that is similar.. This omelet is made in a large pan and served sli

I couldn’t let another month go by without sharing my method for making Homemade Greek Yogurt with you. To say this is a staple in my house is a huge understatement. I make it all the time because, well, we eat a lot of yogurt! Here’s the thing about yogurt – everyone buys it, but it is actually super simple to make at home. I don’t think the yogurt companies want you to know that. I like making it because it is, of course, a great way to save money. It is also a great way to

Our holidays are a little different each year depending on which one of us my parents are visiting. When my mother is with us she is always in charge of Christmas morning breakfast. However, this year she is visiting my sibling so I plan to make this Overnight Eggnog French Toast. I love this recipe because it is really easy for me to pull together the night before and pop in the oven on Christmas morning. There is always so much going on during the holidays I need something

The Pancake Muffin recipe is taking on a life of its own in my house. The method is so easy and it is so versatile that everyone is asking me to make these for almost any occasion. In this episode I’m making Apple Pancake Muffins, but last year I made these as Birthday Pancake Muffins (link) for Christina’s birthday party. I also made a more basic recipe on television during the pandemic. There is no end to the way these can be adapted. This recipe was born out of all the app

Frappe are the most ubiquitous coffee beverages in Greece and there is no shortage of them everywhere you go.

CINNAMON BUN FRENCH TOAST This recipe came about to settle a debate in my house about the best possible breakfast: cinnamon bun or french toast? This cinnamon-y delight is drizzled with a yummy glaze once it’s baked and tastes like both! Makes 8 Servings Timing: 15 minutes, plus baking and resting. Equipment needed: baking dish (9’’X13’’) Ingredients 1 loaf challah bread 2 ¼ cups whole milk 1 dozen eggs 1 cup brown sugar, packed and divided into ½ cup portions 1 tbsp vanilla

The perfect birthday breakfast!