Dessert

For this Milokaridopita, I’ve taken two of my favourite Greek cakes, milo meaning apple and karithia meaning walnuts and given them a new twist by combining the classic flavours with the rich sweetness of dates and a touch of brandy. The result is a moist, spiced cake that brings together the warm, comforting notes of…

Its Ontario peach season and we cant be more excited. Something about Ontario stone fruit that makes them sweet and so juicy! We love snacking on them but also love them in our breakfast muffins. These Peach and Basil Pistachio Streusel muffins are so moist and features the seasons flavours. The fresh basil pairs so…

Ontario cherry season has arrived and they are bursting with so much sweet flavour. Drunken cherries are my go to recipe every year and are so delicious and very versatile. In this recipe, I have paired them with a decadently moist dark chocolate loaf that you are going to absolutely love. It is made with…

Early summer is here and so is Ontario strawberry season and their flavour is at their peak. This custard tart brings me back to the flavours of Cyprus. Semolina custard and rosewater is a very popular combination in Greek Cypriot Desserts, especially nestled in crispy phyllo pastry. This Phyllo pie is filled with a warm coconut and…

This week it has been all about local farm sweet potato. I shared a savoury recipe of the Baked Sweet Potato Poutine with Mushroom Miso Gravy that is definitely a crowd pleasure. For a comforting bowl of soup, you can also enjoy my Sweet Potato and Pear Soup with Crispy Sage recipe which is perfect…

This has got to be one of the moistest delicious cakes and so rich in local flavours. I know, I know, it’s citrus season but since we have local apples, I couldn’t resist. Red Prince Apples are one of our favourite local Ontario winter apple. Located in Thornbury but also grown across Canada in Quebec…

What perfect way to cozy up for the holidays with a cup of hot cocoa and these Fluffy pillows of Cherry Peppermint Marshmallows for a special holiday treat. These are my girls favourite to make and to enjoy during the holidays. They are simple to make and can be made days ahead. Homemade Marshmallows also make perfect…

It’s Blueberry season here in Ontario and we are supporting our friends over at Blueberry Hill Farms. This week, we had breakfast for lunch and we all enjoyed Fluffy Ricotta Pancakes with Maple Blueberry Sauce. With so many blueberries, I have given our Greek Yogurt, Honey. Oats & Blueberry Breakfast bowl a twist and made…