Rich & Creamy Porcini Mushroom Soup
If you love creamy mushroom soups, then this one with porcini (also known as penny bun or king bolete mushrooms) will be right up your alley. It’s so velvety and...
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Stuffed Pork Loin w/ Bacon, Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Mushrooms
This flavorful stuffed pork loin is packed with a savory filling of crispy bacon, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, and bell peppers, all seasoned with oregano and white wine. Coated with a...
Rosé-Infused Rice with Cashews & Raisins
This is a festive and elegant rice dish infused with the delicate flavors of rosé sparkling wine, caramelized onions, warm spices, and plump sultana raisins. Topped with roasted cashews, this...
Ham & Cheese Hasselback Potatoes
These baked Hasselback potatoes with ham and cheese will be your new favorite treat! These Hasselback-style potatoes are loaded with layers of smoky ham, melted Gruyère cheese, and fragrant herbs,...
Greek-Style Chicken Roulade
Discover Chef Giorgos Tsoulis’s recipe that fuses classic Greek spinach pie with a juicy chicken roll! Perfect for impressing guests at celebrations or elevating your family dinners, this dish transforms...
Mushroom-stuffed Cabbage Rolls
In Central and Eastern Europe, no holiday is complete without cabbage rolls, and any ordinary day feels like a celebration when sarmale (or sarma) is on the table, doesn’t it?...
Osso Buco with Apple Relish
Get ready to experience the perfect flavor combination with this Osso Buco paired with a zesty apple relish! As the tender, slow-braised meat melts in your mouth, the crisp, fresh...
Mediterranean-Style Whole Stuffed Chicken
Get ready to wow your guests with this Mediterranean-Style Whole Stuffed Chicken —a festive favorite from Chef Giorgos Tsoulis! This dish is all about cozy, comforting Mediterranean flavors: juicy roast...
Porchetta with Apple Sauce
Discover the ultimate taste of Italy with porchetta! This juicy, aromatic pork roast, infused with spices and herbs, offers a unique culinary experience. Porchetta is made with slowly roasted pork...
Sautéed Peppers with Cheese
If you are watching the thick autumn fog and long for warm summer days in the Greek sun, then this sautéed peppers recipe will definitely take you there! Not literally,...
Pork Roulade with Prosciutto & Mushrooms
This pork roulade with prosciutto and mushrooms is the perfect choice for your holiday table! Juicy, with a crispy crust and a rich filling, it will surely impress your family...
Garlic-Cinnamon Honey Glazed Ham
Discover the sweet and savory magic of caramelized holiday ham! This stunning recipe by Chef Giorgos Tsoulis invites you on a culinary journey, showcasing a harmonious blend of unique flavors...
Stuffed Chicken Roll with Leek, Tomato and Cheese
This stuffed chicken roll recipe with leek, tomato, and cheese is a fantastic choice for your holiday table! Juicy, packed with flavor, and featuring a perfect balance of ingredients, this...
Kohlrabi Fritters with Mango Lime Sauce
Kohlrabi, also called German turnip, tends to be a forgotten fall vegetable. But, in the right flavor combinations, it can be a star! In addition, kohlrabi is very healthy –...
Roasted Cauliflower w/ Mashed Potatoes & Garlic Roasted Tomatoes
Since we’re all trying to eat healthier, let’s not forget to make our healthy meals tasty and colorful. A serving of roasted cauliflower cooked with soy sauce and sesame oil...
Carbonara Tart
Imagine the creamy, rich flavors of classic pasta carbonara wrapped up in a perfectly crisp tart crust! Chef Giorgos Tsoulis has brought together the best ingredients to create this mouthwatering...
Orzo Rice Pilaf
This orzo rice pilaf is a flavorful Middle Eastern dish that works well as a side or main course. It combines rice (Baldo is my favorite) with golden-browned orzo for...
Greek-Style Braised Pork with Orange, Honey, and Peppers
Tender pork infused with the vibrant flavor of peppers, orange and honey that melts in your mouth! The sweet and tangy orange pairs perfectly with the succulent pork, delivering a...
Creamy Broccoli Soup
When it’s getting a little chilly, nothing goes down better after a long day than a bowl of hot, creamy soup. This creamy broccoli soup is one of my favorites....
Easy Cheese & Egg Pasta Bake
Did you make too much pasta for lunch or dinner? Or maybe you have a couple of leftover portions you’re not sure how to use? This savory egg and cheese...
Salmon in Creamy Tuscan Garlic Sauce
Tuscan sauce is creamy, aromatic with a wonderful garlic flavor and goes perfectly with salmon. And, as well as delicious, it takes just 30 minutes to prepare, and while it’s...
Syrian Chicken Shawarma
There’s only one way of having a shawarma and that is the Syrian way! And it’s all about the toum or “thumiye” meaning the delicious Middle Eastern garlic sauce! Of...
Canned Tuna Meatballs
Canned tuna is more versatile than just being used in pasta or sandwiches. You can, for instance, make these delicious tuna meatballs that go well with creamy mashed potatoes, mashed...
Chicken Schnitzels
The original Wiener schnitzels are made with veal, but chicken has overtaken veal and pork as Europe’s favorite meat and chicken schnitzels are just as popular—if not more so—than the...