From Maria’s Kitchen

All Recipes

Loli from Sifnos
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Loli from Sifnos

A traditional sweet pumpkin pie from Sifnos, with orange, raisins, walnuts and a sesame crust. Episode 8 of exploring Greece through its regional recipes.

Kataifi Pie with Mushrooms, Leeks & Cheese
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Kataifi Pie with Mushrooms, Leeks & Cheese

A crispy kataifi pie filled with sautéed leeks and mushrooms, three cheeses and a creamy egg custard.

Kaparosalata from Syros
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Kaparosalata from Syros

A traditional meze from Syros: salty capers blended into a creamy potato spread with olive oil, onion and a touch of vinegar. Episode 7 of exploring Greece through its regional recipes.

Savory Pumpkin & Feta Muffins
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Savory Pumpkin & Feta Muffins

Soft savory muffins with grated pumpkin, plenty of feta and a sesame top. Best eaten slightly warm, while the inside is still soft.

Melekouni from Rhodes
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Melekouni from Rhodes

Honey and sesame bars with almonds, orange and spice — a long-standing tradition on Rhodes, made especially for weddings and baptisms. Episode 6 of exploring Greece through its regional recipes.

Butter Beans with Spinach & Pistachios
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Butter Beans with Spinach & Pistachios

Creamy butter beans in a bright green sauce of spinach, pistachios, garlic and lemon, finished with Parmesan. Creamy, fresh and nutty.

Riganada from Kefalonia
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Riganada from Kefalonia

Bread soaked in grated tomato, vinegar and olive oil, finished with oregano and feta — a traditional dish from Kefalonia, also found across the Ionian islands. Episode 5 of exploring Greece through its regional recipes.

Red Lentil Hummus
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Red Lentil Hummus

A little twist on classic hummus, made with red lentils instead of chickpeas. Perfect for dipping, spreading or serving as part of a meze. Keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Karpouzopita (Watermelon Pie) from Milos
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Karpouzopita (Watermelon Pie) from Milos

A traditional summer dessert from Milos made with juicy watermelon, cinnamon and sesame, with no added sugar — all the sweetness comes from the fruit. Episode 4 of exploring Greece through its regional recipes.

Tomato Puff Pastry Tart with Feta Mousse
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Tomato Puff Pastry Tart with Feta Mousse

A puff pastry tart topped with juicy summer tomatoes over a creamy ricotta filling, served with a whipped feta mousse.

One-Pot Chickpeas & Aubergines
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One-Pot Chickpeas & Aubergines

A simple meal of chickpeas, aubergines and fresh herbs, all in one pot. Perfect with crusty bread and a little feta on the side.

Zymaropita
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Zymaropita

A traditional pie from Epirus made without phyllo. Just a simple batter, with feta and olive oil, baked until golden.

Green olive & roasted red pepper loaf
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Green olive & roasted red pepper loaf

A fluffy olive oil loaf filled with green olives, roasted red peppers and fresh herbs.

Peach & ricotta tart
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Peach & ricotta tart

Flaky puff pastry topped with ricotta and mascarpone filling, juicy peaches and crunchy almond flakes.

Greek Potato Pie from Tinos
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Greek Potato Pie from Tinos

A traditional potato pie from the island of Tinos, made with potatoes, cheese, herbs and olive oil.

Crispy baked zucchini & aubergine fries
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Crispy baked zucchini & aubergine fries

Served with a lemon herb yogurt dip for an easy summer appetizer or meze.

Tirititim from Syros
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Tirititim from Syros

Simple, seasonal and full of Greek summer flavours

Honey Yogurt Muffins
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Honey Yogurt Muffins

Soft, fluffy muffins lightly scented with orange, honey and vanilla, with cream cheese for extra richness.

Pistachio, parmesan & lemon savory shortbread
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Pistachio, parmesan & lemon savory shortbread

Buttery in texture despite being made with olive oil, with salty parmesan, crunchy pistachios and a hint of lemon.

Croissant Shakshuka Pudding
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Croissant Shakshuka Pudding

Buttery croissants baked with a rich tomato and pepper base, feta, cherry tomatoes and eggs.

Ntomatokeftedes - vegan tomato fritters
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Ntomatokeftedes - vegan tomato fritters

Packed with ripe tomatoes, herbs and onion. Ideal as an appetizer or light summer meal.

Halloumi & caramelised onions loaf
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Halloumi & caramelised onions loaf

A fluffy savory olive oil loaf. Perfect to be served warm and shared around the table.

Fluffy asparagus oven omelette
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Fluffy asparagus oven omelette

An omelette with asparagus, feta, herbs and Greek yogurt. Light, fluffy and perfect for sharing.

Tiropita - cheese pie with puff pastry
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Tiropita - cheese pie with puff pastry

Puff pastry filled with a creamy béchamel and cheese, finished with sesame seeds and thyme.

Gluten-free vegetable tart with feta
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Gluten-free vegetable tart with feta

Inspired by briam — the Greek summer dish with vegetables, olive oil and herbs. A thin potato crust, Mediterranean vegetables & feta.

Burrata & Peach Sourdough Toast
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Burrata & Peach Sourdough Toast

Crispy, creamy, sweet & salty brunch toast with caramelised peaches, pistachios, edible flowers & hot honey.

Apricot olive oil upside-down cake
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Apricot olive oil upside-down cake

Soft olive oil cake with apricots, finished with a glossy honey cream glaze.

Baked Kolokythokeftedes with Feta and Tzatziki
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Baked Kolokythokeftedes with Feta and Tzatziki

Greek-style zucchini fritters, but made in the oven.

Mediterranean pull-apart puff pastry loaf
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Mediterranean pull-apart puff pastry loaf

Flaky puff pastry filled with feta, olives, sun-dried tomatoes & herbs.

Mini bougatsa
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Mini bougatsa

A classic Greek sweet with phyllo and creamy semolina custard inside.

Crustless Pie with Leeks & Feta
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Crustless Pie with Leeks & Feta

A spring-style crustless pie with leeks, carrots, zucchini & feta

Crispy feta phyllo fingers with sesame & hot honey
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Crispy feta phyllo fingers with sesame & hot honey

Crispy feta phyllo fingers with sesame & hot honey

Crispy caramelised onion & feta tray pie
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Crispy caramelised onion & feta tray pie

Thin layers of potato, sweet caramelised onions, crispy edges and creamy feta pockets.

Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Mascarpone
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Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Mascarpone

A moist lemon cake made with olive oil and mascarpone, topped with whipped mascarpone cream, crushed pistachios, and fresh thyme

Spanakopita Loaf
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Spanakopita Loaf

Stuffed brioche French toast with mascarpone & berry drizzle
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Stuffed brioche French toast with mascarpone & berry drizzle

Brioche French toast stuffed with mascarpone cream and topped with berry drizzle

Caramelized Oranges
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Caramelized Oranges

Sliced oranges with sweet paprika, olive oil. That is everything. The beauty is exactly in not adding more.

Vegan Tomato Loaf Bread
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Vegan Tomato Loaf Bread

No yeast, no waiting — flour, baking powder, tomato, olive oil and herbs. This is the fastest bread I make.

Tiropsomo (Cheese Bread)
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Tiropsomo (Cheese Bread)

A quick no-yeast loaf made with kefir, olive oil, feta and sesame. On the table in under an hour.

Ladenia Flatbread
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Ladenia Flatbread

The vegan flatbread from Kimolos island — tomato, onion, olive oil on a yeasted dough. One of the oldest recipes I know.

Briam Toast
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Briam Toast

Classic Greek baked vegetables — eggplant, zucchini, tomato — on toast with feta. A whole meal, minimalist effort.

Crispy Tahini Chickpeas with Yogurt & Roasted Carrots
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Crispy Tahini Chickpeas with Yogurt & Roasted Carrots

Crispy chickpeas, tahini, Greek yogurt, roasted carrots. Warm, filling and comes together in 30 minutes.

Savory Bread Puddings
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Savory Bread Puddings

Stale bread, cherry tomatoes, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, feta and heavy cream. My grandmother made something like this — I still do.

Spanakopita Grilled Cheese
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Spanakopita Grilled Cheese

Spinach, dill, peppermint, spring onion, feta and mozzarella between two slices of sourdough. All the flavours of spanakopita, faster.

Savory Dutch Baby with Zucchini & Burrata
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Savory Dutch Baby with Zucchini & Burrata

Cast iron, zucchini, burrata, pistachios and pistachio-feta pesto. Dramatic to bring to the table, easy to make.

Lemon Curd with Honey
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Lemon Curd with Honey

Butter-based lemon curd sweetened with honey instead of all sugar. Pairs with croissants, cookies or just a spoon.

Lemon-Miso Shortbread Cookies
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Lemon-Miso Shortbread Cookies

Oat flour, coconut sugar, white miso and lemon zest. The miso adds a quiet saltiness that makes you eat three before you notice.

Olive Oil & Walnut Loaf
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Olive Oil & Walnut Loaf

Coconut sugar, Greek yogurt, toasted walnuts and blood orange. Not too sweet — the kind you slice for breakfast.

Dog Treat Cookies (Barkies)
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Dog Treat Cookies (Barkies)

Oat flour, banana and peanut butter. Dog-approved, human-tested. A batch for the best kitchen companion.

Baklava-Inspired Stuffed Cookies
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Baklava-Inspired Stuffed Cookies

Brown sugar cookies with a cream cheese centre and a pistachio-walnut baklava topping. Everything you love about baklava, in cookie form.

Raspberry Pistachio Loaf
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Raspberry Pistachio Loaf

A Greek yogurt and kefir-based loaf with ground pistachios and raspberry purée swirled through. Cream on top.

Gluten-Free Chocolate Muffins
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Gluten-Free Chocolate Muffins

Cocoa, ground almonds, olive oil, three eggs and brown sugar. Dairy-free too. These are what I reach for every time.

Swirl Brookie Loaf
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Swirl Brookie Loaf

Fudgy brownie batter and soft cookie dough swirled together into one loaf. Ridiculous in the best way.

Red Lentil Fava
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Red Lentil Fava

Greek fava reimagined with red lentils, carrot, onion and a little ginger. Silky, warming and endlessly versatile.

Beet Pesto with Feta & Walnuts
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Beet Pesto with Feta & Walnuts

Roasted beetroot and garlic blended with feta, lemon and walnuts — works as a dip or tossed through pasta.

The Perfect Dip Trio
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The Perfect Dip Trio

Greek yogurt, pistachio-feta pesto and beet-walnut pesto together on one board. This is what a mezze table looks like.

Whipped Feta Dip
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Whipped Feta Dip

Feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil and lemon juice whipped until cloud-like, served with baked cherry tomatoes.

Pistachio + Feta Pesto on Toast
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Pistachio + Feta Pesto on Toast

Pistachios, basil, parsley, feta and lemon zest blended into the pesto I make most. Serve on toasted bread.

Buns with Feta & Mozzarella
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Buns with Feta & Mozzarella

Soft savory buns from a dry-yeast dough filled with feta and mozzarella, topped with sesame. Makes 6.

Kolokithopita (Zucchini Pie)
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Kolokithopita (Zucchini Pie)

Grated zucchini, spring onions, mint, dill, feta, Greek yogurt and eggs wrapped in phyllo. A summer classic.