Visiting Margarites and Moni Arkadi in Rethymno, Crete

Visiting Margarites and Moni Arkadi in Rethymno, Crete

In 2020, on our way from Panormos in the north to Spili located in south, we took a route via Margarites and Moni Arkadi. Not only was the drive incredibly scenic, but the two destinations en route were very much worth stopping by- and we’d recommend the same to any...
Sweet and sour ribs (Tang Cu Pai Gu)

Sweet and sour ribs (Tang Cu Pai Gu)

A delicious, mouth-watering dish that is sure to impress This is a great recipe to recreate these ribs at home- and is not too difficult. We would suggest making this as a starter or part of a banquet- and your guests will definitely crave more! Servings 2-4 Prep...
Hearty Chicken and Israeli couscous soup

Hearty Chicken and Israeli couscous soup

A tasty, nourishing and filling chicken soup This soup is perfect for fighting a cold if you’re feeling a bit under the weather. Quite straightforward to make, it is also very healthy with its combination of ginger, garlic and herbs. Servings 4 Prep time: 5min...
A day trip to Rethymno

A day trip to Rethymno

Rethymno has a lot to offer- a stunning fortress, beautiful (and delicious) baked goods, incredible architecture and quaint streets covered with flowering bougainvillea… This city is certainly worth visiting, and this post talks about our favourite places- both...
Chicken Cacciatore

Chicken Cacciatore

Delicious, tender chicken in a rich tomato sauce- perfect in a slow cooker or on the hob This is a simple yet very tasty Italian recipe, great for a mid-week dinner or even when entertaining. The recipe is  very flexible and can be tweaked depending on what you have...