Struffoli

Orange scented fried dough balls, covered in honey, topped with toasted pine nuts and colorful sprinkles. The classic Italian holiday dessert from my childhood.

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Rosé Poached Pears

An easy recipe for poached pears in rosé wine spiced with cinnamon and cardamom, topped with cream and chopped pistachios. A foolproof method for poaching pears and making an elegant, quick, dessert.

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French Onion Soup

Classic French onion soup made with homemade beef broth, caramelized onions and topped with lots of melted Gruyère.

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Dakos

The traditional meze of dried barley rusk topped with juicy tomatoes and crumbled feta or mizithra cheese. It's not just Greek bruschetta.

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Prosciutto e Melone

The classic Italian prosciutto and melon. This version gets a little update using piel de sapo instead of cantaloupe—and it might just be better than the original.

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Braised Escarole

A simple braised escarole recipe with olive oil, garlic and fresh lemon. Plus, some thoughts on Cretan food, because it's amazing.

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Easy Homemade Tzatziki

Make the best homemade tzatziki with this easy recipe! Creamy Greek yogurt, fresh cucumber, garlic, and dill come together for a versatile dip or sauce. Perfect with grilled meats, veggies, or pita!

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