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Beef Stifado (Greek Stew) in the Slow Cooker 

Beef Stifado (Greek Stew) in the Slow Cooker 

Like most families, we are always super busy. Gone are the days when we would all eat dinner together. Between teaching Social Media classes in the evenings and the teens’ varied schedules, it just doesn’t happen anymore. However, I still want them all to have a decent home-cooked meal every night, and that’s where my slow cooker is a lifesaver and Beef Stifado (Greek Stew) a firm favourite. Beef Stifado (Greek Stew) in the Slow Cooker  Μοσχαρίσιο στιφάδο (ελληνικό στιφάδο) στην αργή κουζίνα Moscharísio stifádo (ellinikó stifádo) stin argí kouzína The history of stifado can be traced back to the…

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How To Make Sticky And Tasty Traditional Greek Baklava

How To Make Sticky And Tasty Traditional Greek Baklava

Last week David was appalled to find his Bosnian co-worker claiming that baklava was one of their national desserts.  To be fair they are both right! The history of baklava is a bit sketchy, to say the least, and many countries make their own versions or variations of baklava.  The Ottoman Empire controlled much of Greece, Turkey, the Middle East, and the Balkan States so it’s no surprise they share many cuisines, flavors, history, and architecture.  However, the oldest known ancestor to baklava is believed to be the Ancient Roman placenta cake, placenta is derived from the Greek word plakous,…

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Loukoumades Traditional Greek Doughnuts You Can Easily Create At Home

Loukoumades Traditional Greek Doughnuts You Can Easily Create At Home

It was Megan’s 14th birthday recently and what better way to celebrate than with a family get-together, smoked pork smothered in herbs we brought in Corfu and loukoumades? Loukoumades are delicious bite-sized fluffy doughnut balls that are deep fried until golden and crispy. Traditionally served soaked in honey syrup, sprinkled with cinnamon, and garnished with chopped walnuts.  David likes to mix it up a bit and served these with Greek yoghurt and pistachio nuts. Loukoumades Traditional Greek Doughnuts You Can Easily Create At Home: Παραδοσιακά ελληνικά λουκουμάδες Λουκουμάδες που μπορείτε να φτιάξετε εύκολα στο σπίτι. Paradosiaká elliniká loukoumádes Loukoumádes pou…

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5 Amazing Activities To Do In Benitses Corfu

5 Amazing Activities To Do In Benitses Corfu

We first fell in love with Benitses (Μπενίτσες, Mpenitses) back in 2018. Benitses is located on the main road which connects the south of the island to Corfu Town.  Nestled between the mountains and sea, this small Greek fishing village has its own unique charm.  Despite being a holiday hotspot in the early 1980s Benitses has somehow managed to retain its traditional charm and identity from the narrow streets of the old town to row upon row of tavernas cooking the most delicious fresh fish, seafood and Greek specialities imaginable. In 2018 we booked a super last-minute holiday on a…

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5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Corfu

5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Corfu

Corfu is a cornucopia of food, cultures, traditions and architecture, one of the main aims of Travel Corfu is to share the history, beauty and ultimately our love and passion for the island. Corfu is the second-largest of the Ionian Islands measuring 225 miles (585.3 km²) and is defined by its rugged mountain landscape and rich cultural heritage. Every year around 3 million tourists descend on the island, to swim in the blue seas, drink Mythos and gorge on souvlaki and loukoumades but here are 5 things you probably didn’t know about Corfu. 5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About…

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