I've made a version of this cookie for my show before. It's a traditional Greek Easter cookie that's usually rolled in sesame seeds. The first time I filmed this recipe for the show the cookies were pastel, which I thought were really pretty for Easter. Today I'm making a Cinnamon Sugar Koulourakia, another version of this sweet butter cookie. These cookies have a shortbread-like consistency and the dough is easy to prepare. They're great for dunking in tea or coffee at any

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

Today I’m making Easter Sugar Cookies. I don’t care how old my children get, I don’t think I’ll ever stop making specialized cookies for holidays. You’ve seen me bake all kinds of cookies for Christmas, and a few for Greek Easter, and here’s a new one for you. This recipe would work well for any holiday, all you have to do is change the cookie cutter shape you are using.  Making these cookies is very easy, but I do have some tips for you. First of all, don’t let the dough get

Today I’m making Avocado Lime Deviled Eggs. Yes, you read that right! These deviled eggs are made with the traditional method but have a little extra flavor and zest from the lime and heat. Yum! I start this recipe by making hard-boiled eggs using my tried-and-true cooking method. It makes my eggs come out perfectly every single time!  Then, I continue forward making the filling with extra flavor and heat from the avocado, lime, and pepper. I can’t tell you how good it tastes

Today I’m sharing how to make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs every single time. I love this method because you can make a large batch of hard-boiled eggs in just minutes. I use this when I make my Layered Spring Salad, Deviled Eggs, and when I make Egg Salad.   There are many reasons why you’d need a large amount of hard-boiled eggs at once. However, if you just want one or two hard-boiled eggs for a light meal you can easily use this method in a smaller pot and keep the times the

There’s something so satisfyingly perfect about deviled eggs. They’ve been served the world over since before I was born and the basic recipe hasn’t changed that much. Despite their ubiquity, they’re universally popular in every corner of the world. They manage to satisfy every time with their creamy texture, firm container, and spicy or sweet seasonings. I’ve made them all sorts of way for different parties I’ve catered. I think one of our favorite requests when I was asked

I’ve been meaning to share this recipe for years, but have talked myself out of it a few times because it’s so simple. However, I finally realized you’d probably appreciate it based on the fact I make it so regularly. It’s one of those rare recipes that’s so versatile you can make for just about any occasion! I call it my Simple Layered Spring Salad and it’s big enough to serve a crowd, or can be halved and served at your weekday family table.  I love this gorgeous salad beca

I love a good cupcake moment. Even though my kids are a little older they are totally down for cupcakes on special occasions. Needless to say, these Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting are ideal for Easter.   Carrot cake is a staple dessert and I absolutely love it any time of year. However, it can be tricky to have a huge cake at home because it doesn’t stay fresh for very long once you slice into it. This is why I like to make cupcakes, especially around the hol

Let’s think for a moment about deviled eggs. Almost everyone has had them a few times in their lifetime. There’s a likelihood you’ve also made them a few times for parties, especially in the spring during Easter season. I make them a lot because they’re always a popular addition to a party table and today I’m sharing a new variation I made recently that I love. Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs are a nice new take for when you’re ready to give the classic recipe a little update.   T

Today I’m making Easter Peanut Butter Blossoms. I love making these for all the holidays because I have so many fond memories of making them as a child with my mother. My mom used to use the recipe from the back of the bag because it always worked perfectly. These days I’ve added my own adaptations to add a little more flavor and holiday flair. Easter is the perfect time for these because everyone is indulging in so many sweets and these are so cheery on our Easter table.   S

I had to film this episode because Easter Popcorn is SO much fun to make. Yes, it is filled with junk food, so please banish any idea that I’m going to make this seem at all redemptive or part of a balanced diet. It’s not. It’s pure pleasure in the form of a salty, sugary snack that kids (and adults!) go crazy for because we all wish we could eat like this all the time. The key to making this really work is balancing the salty and sweet flavors. Salt and sugar go hand-in-hand

I had to make a Peep Martini to make you all smile this Easter season. While I don’t know if I’ll serve this at Easter at our house, I do know that I’ll serve it to friends when they swing by for some fun this spring. I don’t often have Peeps at my house, but I do buy them in April for the kids. They are fun for making S’mores and including in the lunchbox for a fun surprise. This martini tastes like marshmallows because of the specialty vodka flavors. They can typically be f

I love making Deviled Eggs for gatherings because they are always a crowd pleaser. I have so many memories of my mother making them when I was growing up! They were ideal for all kinds of events and she would often take a tray to a friend’s house or Church event when she had to bring a dish to pass. These days we frequently make these when we’re catering - they’re requested a lot! Over the years I’ve added new twists to my recipe to give it a slightly more modern flair. The m

Roasted Leg of Lamb is probably one of the most classic Greek recipes you’ll ever find. We eat a lot of lamb in Greece because the animals thrive in that climate. While a lot of people typically only eat lamb for holidays like Easter or Christmas, we eat it year-round and this is a recipe I often make when people are coming over for a celebration. Like most Mediterranean-inspired recipes, this one relies on high-quality ingredients that are easy to find. The purpose of the ga

When I share this recipe a lot of people think I’m making mashed potatoes. There are a lot of similarities, but this Garlic Potato Dip does not contain any dairy. In Greece this is typically served as a dip with pita and vegetables. At our Greek restaurant we served it as an appetizer and I’d always warn customers on dates that they didn’t want to eat this because it is quite garlicky! On Palm Sunday it’s frequently served with Fried Cod ( https://youtu.be/2uBo_uo6UDg ) to m

This recipe for fried cod is absolutely delicious. It’s a great method for making fried fish that is light, tasty, and versatile. On Palm Sunday I serve this with potato dip, but I also make this other times of year. I often use it to make fish tacos in the summer, and it is great served with homemade french fries (link), for a true fish-n-chips meal. Since this recipe is so simple it’s important that the fish is very high quality. I usually get mine at the fish market, or a

This is a really special recipe for me, because I walk you through exactly how I make kokkina avga, or red dyed Easter eggs for Greek Easter

Koulouraki are traditional Greek Easter cookies. This year I’m giving them a pretty Easter twist with some fun colors and playful topping.

This soup is traditionally served during Lent, the season preceding Greek Easter. It’s completely vegan and very nourishing.

These pretty eggs are dyed with natural products, so they are safe to eat. The spices, beets and cabbage dye them gorgeous hues!