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Grilled Lamb Chops

Grilled lamb chops are incredibly simple to prepare and they are always a hit with family and guests!

Salmon Ambelou | Salmon wrapped in Grape Leaves

Ambelou means “vineyard” in Greek. The grape leaves act as a packet so the salmon cooks and absorbs all the flavors from the topping.

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How to Make Shrimp Saganaki | Greek Style Shrimp

Shrimp Saganaki is a traditional Greek dish that’s made with shrimp, tomatoes, and feta. It’s a wonderful one-pan meal that’s easy to make!

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Prassini Salad

In Greek the word prassini means green. This is a very common green salad found in Greece. It’s light and refreshing!

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Grilled Calamari the same way as they do it in Greece

In Greece Kalamari is typically grilled. It tastes incredible, and it makes the whole dish lighter and healthier.

Four Refreshing and Amazing Ouzo Cocktails

Ouzo is a clear liquor with strong notes of star-anise, fennel, and mastic. It was a staple in our Greek restaurant!

Ouzo Cocktail

At our Greek restaurant I had fun making Ouzo cocktails for our guests and today I’m sharing them with you.

Ouzo Mojito

At our Greek restaurant I had fun making Ouzo cocktails for our guests and today I’m sharing them with you.

Fried Kolokithakia | Traditional Fried Zucchini with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

Zucchini chips with garlic yogurt dips is just one of the many Greek dishes that feature zucchini!

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The Best Summer Salad | Watermelon Feta Arugula Salad

I know I always say the dishes on this show are my “favorite”, but this Watermelon Feta Arugula Salad is truly my favorite salad of all time

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How to make the best Frappe and Frappe Float

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

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How to make Easy Chicken Souvlaki

This classic Greek sandwich is popular the world over. This recipe uses it chicken because it’s the most popular way it is served in the US.

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Nikki's Favorite Hummus

Homemade hummus is beyond amazing. You can make it from scratch in the same amount of time it takes to get it from the grocery store.

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Tyrokafteri | Spicy Feta Dip

This delicious dip is perfect for serving at home or taking to a party. It is incredibly simple to make and you can adjust the heat!

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Greek Red Eggs

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

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Easter Koulourakia

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

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Fasolakia | Easy and Delicious Braised String Beans

This delicious green bean dish is made with stewed tomatoes and potatoes. I love serving it as a side dish with fish, chicken, or lamb.

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Fakies | Easy Greek Lentil Soup

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

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Delicious Traditional Greek Salad Horiatiki Salad

It is a delicious salad that is ideally enjoyed in the warmer weather, when you can pick the vegetables straight from your garden!

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How to Make Easy and Delicious Traditional Rizogalo (Greek Rice Pudding)

I’m so excited to share my favorite recipe for Rizogalo. This is a delicious Greek rice pudding recipe made with cinnamon and lemon.

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