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I'm Suzy. My roots are the shores of the Mediterranean. The sea's riches, and my family's fondness for big gatherings, created in me a passionate cook. My easy and approachable recipes follow the values of the Mediterranean diet: eat with the seasons, use whole foods, and above all, share. Welcome to my kitchen!
Lebanese-Style Cinnamon Meatballs Recipe
This meatballs recipe is on the regular menu rotation for good reason. Melt-in-your-mouth tender meatballs, prepared Lebanese-style with notes of cinnamon and allspice in a tasty, thick tomato sauce. Not your average! This recipe is in partnership with ButcherBox, your neighborhood butcher online. Free shipping. Get $10 off + free product with your first order here.Italians are well-known … Read More...
Mediterranean-Style Grilled Zucchini Salad
Warm weather vibes going on here with this tasty Mediterranean-style grilled zucchini salad, and I won't apologize for it!T Koussa, or zucchini squash, is a love of mine since my early childhood. One of my mom's signature dishes was this amazing stuffed zucchini, and I do … Read More...
Easy Potato Casserole Recipe, Egyptian Style
A potato casserole recipe with an Egyptian twist. Healthier than your average potato casserole, but every bit as satisfying. The secret is in the sauce!The goal of a potato casserole is always comfort, am I right?My guess is, when we think "comforting potato casserole," the majority of … Read More...
Easy Asparagus Recipe with Mediterranean Salsa
So few dishes require as little work as this easy asparagus recipe with a Mediterranean twist. But there is so much to celebrate about this bright and flavor-packed asparagus! Be sure to see my tip for how to cook asparagus.This easy Asparagus recipe makes a glorious appetizer, salad or side … Read More...
Easy Greek Easter Bread Recipe
Easy recipe for Tsourike: Greek Easter Bread! Sweet yeast bread that is a bit brioche-like. A perfectly dense braided loaf that's adorned with red dyed eggs.Back in the spring of 2006, I was a part of a group tour to Turkey and Greece. And very fortunately, our time there coincided with the … Read More...
Herbed Couscous Recipe with Roasted Cauliflower
This tasty herbed couscous recipe easily turns into satisfying vegetarian dinner bowls with the addition of roasted cauliflower and a simple Mediterranean salad. Omit the feta for vegan option. Bonus: see my tips for perfectly roasted cauliflower! Dinner bowls have become a thing at … Read More...
Mediterranean Chickpea Egg Salad Recipe
Simple and satisfying chickpea egg salad recipe, prepared Mediterranean-style! Tons of texture and flavor.Take one look at this egg salad recipe, and you’ll immediately know it defies the rules (at least the rules as we know them here in America.) That’s not entirely a bad thing, I … Read More...
Mediterranean Wine-Lemon Poached Halibut
Easy and quick poached halibut recipe. So delicate and packed with Mediterranean flavors from spices to aromatics and fresh herbs.Of the fish options out there, Halibut is pretty easy to like. Firm-fleshed and mild in flavor. Plus, it's a good sustainable choice because it's readily … Read More...
21 All-Star Mediterranean Easter Recipes
What does a Mediterranean Easter feast look like? This list of 21 Mediterranean Easter recipes gives you a pretty good idea. There is something for everyone in this round up of recipes. Ready to give your Easter menu a delicious Mediterranean twist?!For people of the … Read More...
Easy Orange Harissa Lamb Chops Recipe
Quick pan-seared lamb chops recipe with a bit of a Moroccan inspiration! Tender, succulent, and packed with flavor from a special Mediterranean spice rub and an orange-garlic marinade. Great as an appetizer or dinner! (See suggestions for sides & salads.)Rack of lamb is a cut of meat … Read More...