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Garlic Rolls (Ukrainian Pampushki)

These garlic rolls (pampushki) are absolutely irresistible! Soft, fluffy dough with a golden, salty garlic crust and fragrant fresh herbs—just thinking about them makes my mouth water. A beloved staple...

Viktoria Urmach

August 8, 2025

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Megrelian Khachapuri

These Megrelian Khachapuri are absolutely irresistible. The warm, fluffy dough wrapped around rich, melted sulguni cheese is pure comfort food. A golden, crispy crust adds just the right crunch, while...

Viktoria Urmach

July 23, 2025

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Cheese Focaccia w/ Green Onions, Za’atar & Sumac

This focaccia is where Italian comfort meets Middle Eastern flavor. The dough bakes up soft and airy, with a slightly crisp, golden crust. Topped with chunks of cheese, fresh green...

Elena-Greta Apostol

April 8, 2025

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Cheese & Spinach Quiche

I’ve experimented with countless savory spinach tarts and pies, but this cheese and spinach quiche has truly won me over. The combination is not only delicious but also nutrient-rich, whether...

Elena-Greta Apostol

February 24, 2025

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Mediterranean Spinach & Egg Pie

Creamy spinach and eggs are a classic, well-loved pairing. This pie brings them together in a crispy, flaky puff pastry crust, with the addition of grated cheese for extra richness...

Elena-Greta Apostol

February 4, 2025

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White Chocolate & Pistachio Babka Rolls

These babka rolls are soft, buttery, and filled with a luscious blend of pistachio cream, white chocolate chunks, and roasted pistachios. Twisted into beautiful swirls and brushed with a light...

Diana Oana

November 11, 2024

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Zucchini Bread with Garlic Labneh

This zucchini bread has a dense texture but it is light and packed full of flavor. Alongside garlic labneh, it makes a great meal starter. Enjoy! Related: Easy Zucchini QuicheRelated: Creamy...

Mia Florea

October 30, 2024

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Savory Pesto Babka

If you’re thinking of adding a different kind of bread to the holiday table this year, I recommend this beautiful savory babka with pesto filling. It pairs wonderfully with appetizers,...

Elena-Greta Apostol

September 3, 2024

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Easy Zucchini Quiche

I love quiche and savory tarts of any kind, especially when they include cheese and colorful veggies. But this zucchini and goat cheese mix, flavored with green onions and garlic,...

Elena-Greta Apostol

August 1, 2024

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Salmon and Broccoli Quiche

Two healthy ingredients—smoked salmon and broccoli—make this quiche recipe a must for health-conscious quiche lovers. Add some high-quality mozzarella to the mix, and you’re in for a great treat. Enjoy!...

Diana Oana

July 10, 2024

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Savory Sweet Potato Pie

A delicious and extra-cheesy savory sweet potato pie recipe by Greek celebrity chef Giorgos Tsoulis. It’s a great comfort food that you can enjoy on its own or serve as...

Giorgos Tsoulis

July 8, 2024

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Greek Cauliflower Pie

Spanakotiropita, Tiropita, Hortopita – Greek cuisine is world famous for its delicious savory pies. And this Greek cauliflower pie is as good as it gets. Bonus: if you’re a cheese...

Giorgos Tsoulis

March 12, 2024

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Cannolis with Cream Cheese

These iconic Italian pastries, a symbol of Sicilian cuisine, make for a fantastic treat that everyone will simply love. Chef Giorgos Tsoulis has opted for a delicious, but super easy...

Giorgos Tsoulis

March 12, 2024

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Swedish Cinnamon Buns (Kanelbulle)

Cinnamon buns! Fluffy, flavored and sweet, they are perfect for serving with a strong coffee on chilly Sundays spent at home. In Sweden and Finland, October 4 has been a...

Diana Oana

February 28, 2024

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Easter Pastry Bunnies with Nutella and Mascarpone Honey Cream

Easter bunnies made with puff pastry filled with Nutella make a delicious dessert idea that the children absolutely adore! I told the kids I was going to prepare a surprise...

Diana Oana

February 22, 2024

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Kalitsounia: Sweet Cretan Cheese Pie

Lets dive into the flavors of Crete with a traditional recipe for Kalitsounia, also known as Lixnarakia . These delightful little pastries are a hallmark of Cretan cuisine, offering a...

Giorgos Tsoulis

February 6, 2024

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Greek Easter Bunny Bread

Have a little fun this Easter with this delightful Greek Easter bread recipe by Chef Giorgos Tsoulis that comes in a creative bunny shape. It’s the perfect recipe to make...

Giorgos Tsoulis

February 6, 2024

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Fogatsa (Sweet Easter Bread from Corfu)

Fogatsa, a beloved sweat Easter bread, originates from the Greek island of Corfu. With a history of Venetian rule spanning several centuries, Corfu’s culinary traditions bear the imprint of Venetian...

Giorgos Tsoulis

February 6, 2024

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Blueberry Banana Cheesecake

This blueberry banana cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion! Made with a creamy and tangy filling of cream cheese and Greek yogurt, this cheesecake is a delicious blend...

Razvan Stupar

April 20, 2023

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Beef and Oyster Pie

Pies are a great way to use the less expensive, yet full-flavoured meat cuts, such as flank and shin of beef, mutton shoulder and neck, and ox cheeks. Tucking in...

Mark Hix

March 16, 2023

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Mandazi (African Donuts)

Mandazi (also known as maandazi or ndao and sometimes mahamri or mamri) is a slightly sweet, famous snack that you can get on the roadside in most East African countries,...

Aderinsola Adeosun

March 8, 2023

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Croatian Easter Bread (Pinca)

Pinca is a sweet bread that’s a popular Easter treat in Croatia. They are similar to a brioche and super delicious. Enjoy this classic Croatian Easter bread recipe!

Chef's Pencil Staff

March 7, 2023

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Italian Easter Bread (Pane di Pasqua)

Italian Easter bread, called locally pane di pasqua, is a traditional sweet bread that’s prepared in Italy to celebrate Easter. The recipe is quite similar to cudduraci, also called colluraci, which...

Chef's Pencil Staff

March 3, 2023

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Portuguese Easter Bread (Folar de Páscoa)

This is a traditional sweet Easter bread which is hugely popular around Easter in Portugal. Similar to the Italian Easter egg cookies, it incorporates boiled eggs as the bread symbolizes...

Chef's Pencil Staff

February 27, 2023

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