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Ultimate guides for all things Maria. Whether it's travel tips, health tips, or guides on how to make the best food, we've got you covered.

Lifestyle

Ultimate Guide

Watermelon skewers on a plate, a great summer appetizer

Seasonal Greek Eating 🌱

Stuffed Olives

Mediterranean Mezze for Every Mood: Healthy Greek Snacks & Appetizers

Tomato Season 101: Picking, Storing & Cooking 🍅

A well-seasoned roast, being sliced with a knife. The roast rests on a bed of roasted potatoes and garnished with cherry tomatoes and herbs. A bowl of salad and some dinnerware are visible in the blurred background.

Spice of Life: Greek Herbs & Spices That Promote Longevity

Hands scooping out greek cabbage salad with serving spoons

The Ultimate Guide to the Mediterranean Diet

A plate of colorful Mediterranean salad with ingredients like gnocchi, red peppers, onions, olives, lentils, and feta cheese. A larger dish with the same salad is partially visible above the plate.

The Secret to the Greek Blue Zones

A wooden spoon in a dish of cooked stuffing mixed with fresh red cranberries, onions, and herbs, creating a colorful and textured appearance.

50 Vegetarian Christmas Recipes

banana bread muffins on a counter next to a knife

Vegan Mother’s Day Brunch Ideas

20 Valentine’s Day Dessert Recipes

Food blogger, Maria, climbing a ladder in a kitchen to reach a pan.

Money Mindset for Food Bloggers

Maria, the food blogger behind FoodByMaria laughing

Why Using a Food Blogger Media Kit Will Land You Your Next Client

30 Must-Make Soup Recipes

10 Ingredients Or Less

Chicken gyros on a plate with a hand reaching for the wrap

30 Minute Meals

Appetizers

Blue Zone

Yummy loaded vegan everything bagel sandwich being cut by a knife for serving.

Breakfast

Budget Friendly

Comfort Food

Vegan Cinnamon Bun Bread sliced on cutting board

Desserts

Dips, Sauces & Spreads

Gluten Free

Greek Recipes

Close-up of BBQ salmon kebabs

Grilling and Smoking

Holidays

How To's

Kid Friendly

Main Dishes

Greek chicken souvlaki on skewers on a plate

Meat

One of the many vegan comfort food recipes - creamy orzo - in a bowl.

Pasta Dishes

Raw Food

Salads

Sandwiches, Burgers & Toasts

Seafood

Smoothies & Drinks

Soups

Stuffed

Sweet potato casserole in a casserole dish that is perfect for vegan easter dinner

Vegan

Vegetarian

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🫒 Move over, taco dip! This Greek Layer Dip stacks homemade hummus, tzatziki, seasoned lamb, and colorful Mediterranean toppings for a show-stopping appetizer that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe!

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This delicious Greek Lemon Chicken Soup (also known as Avgolemono) is the perfect comfort food. It’s creamy, lemony, and hearty. 🍋

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This homemade Greek Apple Cake, also known as Milopita, is soft, flavorful, and perfect for dessert or breakfast. Pair it with a hot coffee or tea for the ultimate cozy treat.

It’s simple, delicious, and filled with comforting apple goodness.

#foodbymaria #greekapplecake #milopita #applecake #easybakingrecipes #cozyrecipes #fallbaking #bakingfromscratch #dessertideas

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If you haven’t made Muhammara before… prepare to fall in love. This bold and flavorful dip blends roasted red peppers, walnuts, garlic, and pomegranate molasses into the most deliciously creamy spread. It’s a staple in Syrian and Lebanese cuisine, and it’s surprisingly easy to make at home!

Dip it with pita, drizzle it on bowls, or spoon it onto grilled meats — however you use it, you’re going to want to lick the bowl clean.

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#muhammara #mediterraneandiet #syriancuisine #lebaneserecipes #redpepperdip #homemadedips #easyrecipes #mezzerecipes #mediterraneanrecipes #healthyappetizer #veggiedip #plantbasedrecipes

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This Homemade Pistachio Ice Cream is no-churn, creamy, and SO easy to make. It’s packed with that sweet, nutty flavor you love and comes together with just a few ingredients—no ice cream maker needed.

It’s the perfect cool treat for summer (or honestly, anytime).

#foodbymaria #pistachioicecream #nochurnicecream #easydesserts #summerrecipes #homemadeicecream #frozentreats #dessertideas

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Ever tried Arayes? These Middle Eastern stuffed pita pockets are kid-friendly and absolutely delicious 😋🫓

Arayes are a typical street food made with pita stuffed with savory minced meat, spices and herbs. They crisp up beautifully and are perfect for dipping or eating on the go. Great as a snack, lunch or grab‑and‑go dinner idea... everyone, especially kids, will love them.

Savory, juicy, and easy to make—Arayes are a crowd-pleasing way to mix up your weeknight meals.

#foodbymaria #arayes #middleeasternfood #mincedmeat #streetfoodrecipes #kidfriendlymeals #easyrecipes #savorysnacks #pitarecipes

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Oh baby... these Gyro Fries are the ultimate Mediterranean-inspired dish you’ll want to make again and again this summer. Crispy fries loaded with fresh toppings and flavorful jackfruit as a delicious meat substitute—you won’t believe how good they are.

Perfect for BBQs, parties, or a fun weeknight dinner everyone will love.

#foodbymaria #gyrofries #mediterraneansnack #loadedfries #jackfruitrecipes #summerrecipes #partyfoodideas #meatlessrecipes #comfortfood

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Could this be the most stunning salad you ever make? 😍🥗

These Goat Cheese Salad towers are made by stacking tender beets and creamy goat cheese, creating a dish that tastes amazing and looks absolutely impressive. Perfect for dinner parties, special dinners, or anytime you want a show-stopping starter... it’s elegant, healthy and totally doable.

#foodbymaria #goatcheese #beetsalad #saladtower #healthyrecipes #elegantfood #starterideas #entertainingrecipes #cheeselovers

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