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Greek Halva | Pistachio and Almond Halva

It’s been an interesting week for us thus far. Jane and I have been talking a lot about the website, new ventures, and things we’d like to see happen. More than our normal talks, we’ve began to set...

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Cherry Spoon Sweet |Γλυκο Βυσσινο

Here in the states, we’re coming off a three day weekend. Jane and I love three day weekends (who doesn’t?) because it gives us a chance to decompress, unplug, and either do something grand or nothing...

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Pistachio Ice Cream

-Hi everyone, this is our second autopost. As you may know Jane and I are on vacation and will be back at the end of October- Let me tell you about this recipe right here. This recipe to date has been...

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Bougatsa | Lemon Orange Pie

Hi everyone! This is our last autopost. We’ll be back soon so things will get back to normal. We hope you enjoy today’s Greek dessert that’s rooted in the northern capital. Have you ever been to...

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Greek Pumpkin Pie | Kolokythopita

Every year Jane and I head to our local farm for their annual pumpkin patch. What’s cool about this location however, is that you get to pick your pumpkin right from the ground, still attached to the...

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Cinnamon Twist Bread

Jane and I were at a little bakery by our house the other day. We visit the place often, grab a coffee, a healthy lunch, and plan our lives. Sometimes is simple things like errands to run, other times...

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Pantespani | Lemon Sponge Cake

Well now that Epiphany day has passed, and the 12 days of Christmas are over, I guess it’s time to take down the decorations, pack up the Christmas music, and break down our fake tree. The corner of...

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Sfakianopita | Cretan Cheese Pie With Nuts And Honey

There has been a lot going on these past few weeks in our home. First off, the wedding planning is into the final stages. We’re finishing up the last minute details, and with only a few months away, I...

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Greek Almond Torte | Almond Muffins From Sifnos

This summer has been super busy for us. Not only have we been working hard on this blog (and a few projects for it), but we’ve also taken on the task of learning new skills in the hopes of growing and...

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Loukoumades | Greek Honey Donuts

We are back, and this time we’ve brought Loukoumades! Yay! It feels so good to be sitting down writing to all of you, and of course about Greek food! The extremely short story is that one of us not...

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Almonds With Honey | Pan Roasted Almonds With Honey

Coming from the blue domed island in the Aegean Sea, almonds with honey is a unique and delicious way to enjoy almonds all while satisfying your sweet tooth. As I write this, California is getting hit...

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Galaktoboureko | Greek Custard Dessert

Ah, the famous traditional galaktoboureko (γαλακτομπούρεκο). I firmly believe that while baklava is the most well-known dessert outside of Greece, once you have galaktoboureko, you’ll never forget this...

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