These soft, crumbly Greek white butter cookies – known as kourabiedes – are a holiday favorite across Greece (and the world where Greek’s have settled). Traditionally dusted with clouds of powdered sugar, they melt in your mouth and fill your kitchen with the aroma of celebration. My grandmother’s version skips the nuts and brandy but […]
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These tiropita’s are literally my kryptonite. Pregnant or not – I crave them consistently. This savory cheese stuffed buttery pastry is the best appetizer, snack, or meal (to me) any time of year. To me, tiropita’s are more than just food – it’s memories of my grandmother and of being a child. Dreaming of those
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Chamomile is one of those herbs that feels like comfort itself. It’s known for its calming properties and is frequently “prescribed” for countless ailments. But did you know you can easily grow your own chamomile flowers and never have to buy from the store again? The advantages of chamomile tea are endless – from relaxation
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Garlic has been prized as both food and medicine for thousands of years. While most of us are used to tossing it into soups, sauces, and sautés (which is a fantastic way to get those benefits!), garlic can also be preserved in concentrated forms like tinctures. Garlic tincture is one of the simplest and most
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Perennial herbs are garden and culinary treasures. Once planted, they return year after year – saving you time, money, and effort. But when frosty nights roll in (sigh), even the hardiest herbs can suffer damage if left unprotected. The good news? With a few simple steps, you can help your perennial herbs survive the winter
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