Lovely Tinos Island!
Tinos, the fourth largest island of the Cycladic archipelago, with its fresh winds, enchanting sandy beaches and crystal clear waters,...
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KaritasM
May 31, 20183 min read
Nuts about Icelandic Ice-cream!
Everyone knows about Iceland's dramatic natural beauty but most people know very little about Icelandic food. Like in other Nordic...
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KaritasM
May 31, 20182 min read
Rye Bread Crumble Ice-cream!
Icelandic rye bread (rúgbrauð) is a staple of the Icelandic cuisine. There are endless ways to enjoy it but my absolute favorites are as...
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KaritaM
May 11, 20182 min read
Yummy Apricots!
With beautiful plump summer apricots beckoning us with their fragile golden orange velvety skin and juicy sweet-tart flesh, who can...
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KaritaM
May 11, 20183 min read
Captivated by Lemnos Island!
During the hot summer months in Greece many of us try and escape the heat by traveling to one of the Greek islands as often as possible. ...
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KaritaM
May 11, 20182 min read
Easy2Make Apricot Sponge Cake!
To satisfy your summertime sweet tooth try making this tasty and moist Apricot Sponge Cake . . . that is always a crowd pleaser and most...
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KaritasM
Apr 17, 20182 min read
Tasty Seafood in Piraeus!
Greeks have always been big fans of fresh seafood and most families have their favorite local joint that they enjoy whenever their...
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KaritasM
Apr 15, 20182 min read
It’s Time for Delicate Spring Flavors!
When I see bunches of fresh green asparagus at my local Farmer’s market I know it’s time to trade in my winter meal mainstays for lighter...
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KaritasM
Apr 15, 20182 min read
Easy2Make Asparagus Egg Salad!
Today’s Asparagus Salad recipe is a deliciously easy2make favorite of mine that takes less than 10 minutes to prepare . . . and even...
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KaritasM
Mar 22, 20182 min read
Greek Easter in Arachova!
Greek Easter (Pascha), always associated with Spring, is definitely my favorite Greek holiday. For the Greeks it’s a most sacred holiday...
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KaritaM
Mar 22, 20182 min read
Awesome Meat with a View!
Agios (Saint) Merkourios is a well-known tavern for meat lovers in Varimbombi with a beautiful view to Athens. Situated above the...
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KaritasM
Mar 22, 20184 min read
History, Beauty & Tasty Food in Kalavryta!
On a sunny spring day, last week, my husband and I headed to the picturesque mountain town of Kalavryta on the northwestern side of the...
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KaritasM
Mar 12, 20181 min read
Pasta with Jumbo Shrimp!
This is a truly simple dish that is really Easy2Make and always a big hit . . . as long as you are not allergic to shrimp! Here in...
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KaritasM
Feb 22, 20182 min read
Feast & Fast!
While the Greek Orthodox tradition of Lent (19 February – 31 March 2017) is meant as a period of spiritual and physical cleansing, for...
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KaritasM
Feb 22, 20183 min read
Greek Bean & Lentil Soups
Greek Bean Soup In Greece this soup is mainly served in winter with hearty bread, olives and hard boiled eggs. I also like to serve some...
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KaritasM
Feb 22, 20182 min read
Taramosalata - Creamy Fish Roe Dip
Taramosalata, a creamy, richly-flavored fish roe spread and well-known Greek Lent specialty, is enjoyed throughout the year all over...
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KaritasM
Feb 22, 20182 min read
Heart Healthy Muffins!
These Heart Healthy Muffins have no eggs or dairy products. It’s the olive oil, walnuts, brandy, spices and fresh orange juice + orange...
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KaritasM
Feb 22, 20183 min read
Octopus Fuss-Free!
The octopus, a well-known delicacy and Greek cuisine staple, is a lot easier to cook than most people believe! My Way of preparing this...
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KaritasM
Feb 10, 20182 min read
Addictive Kebabs & More!
Upon entering the Bournovalia Kebabzidiko in Nea Smyrni, an Athens neighborhood known for its many hidden foodie treasures, I was struck...
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KaritasM
Jan 31, 20182 min read
Gyros for your next Hunger Fix!
In the last couple of years the gyros and souvlaki scene in Athens has truly exploded . . . with shops serving these mouth-watering...
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