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Strudel without the Stress!

In my most recent post, a couple of days ago, we 'traveled' to Vienna! So, no better time than the present to virtually taste some strudel. Strudel (a German word…
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Spanakopita & Tiropita …YiaYia approved!

With this post, I will stretch YOUR Greek table (and your waistline) a little bit more, because for Greeks it's never enough food 🤦‍♀️. Two tasty appetizers I am sharing…
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Sizzle up that Grill for Fajitas!

Having grown up in Buffalo, New York I occasionally ate "Mexican food" at restaurants with friends. I was familiar with tacos, enchiladas, chips, salsa, guacamole, and queso. But it wasn't…
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Shock your taste buds with Shakshuka!

If you are not yet familiar with this deliciously spicy dish, then you are really missing out. Shakshuka is a savory meal consisting of poached eggs nestled in a thick,…
Pastitsio, the “Greek Lasagna”
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Pastitsio, the “Greek Lasagna”

I'm not Greek but feel that I have earned the hard-sought title of an 'Honorary Greek', by being married to one for 27 years, regularly interacting with the MANY Greek…
Osso buco, a Milanese Classic!
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Osso buco, a Milanese Classic!

Osso buco is a popular northern Italian main course that originated in Milan in the 1800s. While sounding quite fancy, it is simply meaty veal shanks braised in yummy vegetables,…