Koliva (Memorial Dish) By: Eleni Saltas The tradition of offering Koliva, a wheat berry-based dish, is deeply rooted in Orthodox traditions. It is a staple at Orthodox Christian memorial services, most commonly for 40-day or annual anniversaries of a loved one’s...
Paximadia melomakarona inspired By: Eleni Saltas I’ve made it my mission to explore and create as many paximadia flavors as I possibly can, so I’m extra excited to present the fusion of two beloved Greek cookies—melomakarona and paximadia. Melomakarona, renowned honey...
Stuffed Mushrooms with turkey & gravy By: Eleni Saltas These Jalapeño Turkey and Brie Stuffed Mushrooms ingeniously transform the essence of a turkey sandwich into bite-sized delights. Ground turkey, velvety brie, and a touch of jalapeño nestle within tender...
Helen’s Homemade Spiked Eggnog By: Eleni Saltas Helen’s Spiked Eggnog is a cherished family tradition, lovingly crafted by my yiayia, Helen, for my papou’s name day celebration on Christmas day. Infused with a blend of spiced rum, brandy, sherry, and...
Paximadia with cranberries and almonds By: Eleni Saltas Caught up in a delightful paximadia (Greek biscotti) baking spree lately, I wouldn’t be surprised if coffee sales are on the rise, as these twice baked cookies practically demand a perfect dunking partner. This...
Deviled Eggs with a greek twist By: Eleni Saltas Being someone with a taste for Greek flavors, my kitchen often witnesses a lot of feta and yogurt get put to use. In this deviled egg recipe, I’ve opted for the creaminess of Greek yogurt, steering away from the...
Peppermint Paximadia By: Eleni Saltas I’ve been determined to reinvent the classic paximadia, those beloved Greek twice-baked cookies, by giving them creative twists. With the holiday spirit in full swing, my thoughts turned to the flavors of Christmas—the warmth of...
recipe Whipped Feta: Holiday Edition By: Eleni Saltas Building on the creamy perfection of my classic whipped feta and thyme dip, this seasonal rendition takes you on a festive journey with a delicious cranberry sauce that bursts with flavors. Spread this dip just...
Browned Butter Paximadia By: Eleni Saltas Paximadia is a Greek twice baked cookie that elevates your coffee dunking experience to new heights. On a mission to explore the vast realm of paximadia flavors, I’ve crafted a combination that stands out—brown butter and...
recipe Mom’s Thanksgiving Stuffing By: Eleni Saltas My mom’s stuffing is a Thanksgiving tradition I cherish—the simplicity of her recipe perfectly balances the hearty flavors of ground beef, pork, chestnuts, and aromatic herbs. I love it because, unlike...
