Grilled Crostini With Ricotta, Sweet Peppers & Salsa Verde
Summer is my favorite season for entertaining. Longer days mean there is more time to gather with friends after a day spent under the sun. There is something so appealing…
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Greek Dolmades Pair Well with Aromatic Whites
What comes to mind when you think of Greek food? I’m guessing gyros. Those delicious pitas stuffed with lamb and beef roasted to perfection, freshly shaved off the spit. Then…
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Tortilla Española – A Simply Delicious Spanish Dish
The year was 2010. I was living in Florence, Italy with one of my best friends for a college semester abroad. When we weren’t devouring all that bella Firenze had…
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Strawberry Salad Recipe Perfect with Pinot Noir Rosé
As you may have noticed, whether reading my blog or following along on Instagram, I am holding on to summer as long as humanly possible. Partially because summer is my…
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Tzatziki – The Greek Girl’s Ranch Dressing
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I love tzatziki. If it was more socially acceptable, I would put tzatziki on just about anything. Kind of like some…
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Grougères & Crémant – A Perfect Pairing
To me, gougères are the perfect bite. Basically, a French cheese puff packed with flavor from fresh herbs and, well, cheese! Have you ever tasted gougères? Let’s be honest, the…
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3 Easy Tapas Inspired Recipes for Exquisite Cava Pairings
Cava is a popular sparkler with over 245 million bottles sold per year! The Champagne of Spain is produced under the same traditional method as the O.G. French bubbles. Cava…
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Making Pane Carasau
During my month-long stay in Sardinia, I have come to appreciate a few defining characteristics of the Sardinian culture. The rich history, deep culture, national pride, emphasis on family, and…
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Spanakopita – A Greek Dish perfect for Every Occasion
What Can I Say, I’m Greek! Growing up in a Greek family meant always having the most delicious food, both regularly at home and especially when the family all got…
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Grilled Artichokes with Citrus Shallot Vinaigrette
When summer rolls around, artichokes are always one of my favorite vegetables to make. I can never get enough! My typical artichoke prep involves steaming the artichokes with lemon, garlic,…
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