Eleni Saltas
Food, Life, Fitness
Welcome to my website! I am a food blogger, personal trainer, outdoor enthusiast, and author of the cookbook All You Can Greek.
Recent Recipes
I’m always in the kitchen, trying and sharing recipes from all over the world, with special attention to my Greek roots. From quick and easy recipes to elaborate, you’ll find your new favorite dishes here.
Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
When I have guests over (pre-covid), there’s always that initial stress of palate pleasing. There’s always a vegan/someone practicing a Lenten fast, some keto guy or a finicky eater. Here’s what you serve them…
Boureki (Zucchini and Potato Pie)
Cretans are the masters of scores of hearty vegetable dishes. Boureki (zucchini and potato pie) is an example with its thick layers of thinly cut zucchini and potatoes. A hint of mint and…
Pumpkin Paximadia
Paximadia, a Greek twice baked cookie, gets a fall twist with loads of pumpkin flavor. Enjoy plain or with a cup of coffee…
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pumpkin spice makes everything nice. Especially in baked goods. These pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are a delicious combo of fall flavors…
Sour Cream Coffee Cake
A delicious sour cream coffee cake that can be enjoyed plain or with morning coffee. Hints of Greek coffee is infused throughout the cake…
Sweet Baked Feta
Though I do lean heavy towards spicy foods, it’s time to share a sweeter version of the classic baked feta. Using the similar technique of setting a brick of feta in a ceramic dish, this recipe calls for…
Life
My biggest joys come from sharing my life experiences with others and learning from theirs. I love to travel. Let’s learn, move around and share together.
Food
I love cooking and hearing from people when they try my recipes. Many of them are favorites from my childhood as well as new creations with foods I crave.
Fitness
Improve your quality of daily living through mobility, strength, and overall mental wellbeing. Fitness goes hand in hand with food. Look for meal plans and fitness programs coming soon.
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From My Kitchen to Yours
Mezes
Mezes (short for the Greek word mezedakia) are small plates of food served most often as shared appetizers. Whether simple or complex, mezes always make a great finger food for drinks like ouzo or beer.
Main Courses
Soups, stews, and hearty meals are best when they are homemade. Every host wants their meals to shout success. Allow your dinner table to stand out with easy to follow recipes made with simple and fresh ingredients.
Desserts
Greeks are world famous for their dessert from baklava to galaktoboureko so I have you covered there. But you’ll also find brownies and cookies that will make your meal complete no matter the style or holiday.