Mediterranean Food

A Mediterranean Cookout That Will Make You Want to Cry Happy Food Tears

08/08/2019

A Mediterranean Cookout That Will Make You Want to Cry Happy Food Tears

The health benefits of the Mediterranean diet are endless, so why not swap out the standard burger-and-beans fare and host a Mediterranean-themed cookout?

30+ Mouthwatering Mediterranean Meals

06/19/2018

30+ Mouthwatering Mediterranean Meals

There's no denying the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet, and the fact that the dishes taste so delicious is a major bonus.

This Moroccan Carrot and Chickpea Salad Is Just Lovely

06/18/2018

This Moroccan Carrot and Chickpea Salad Is Just Lovely

It's not often that a recipe ticks as many boxes as this carrot and chickpea number; it's meal-worthy on its own, it makes for a great brown-bag lunch (or make-ahead potluck item), it's gluten-free and vegetarian — even vegan if you ditch the feta for some chopped green olives — it comes together in about half an hour, and, most importantly, it's delicious.

The 1 Mediterranean Spice That's Completely Worth the High Price

07/05/2016

The 1 Mediterranean Spice That's Completely Worth the High Price

"A gram of saffron is like a gram of gold," I overheard while visiting winery and organic farm Fattoria Poggio Alloro in Tuscany, Italy.

Don't Let Summer Pass Without Trying This Side Dish

06/15/2016

Don't Let Summer Pass Without Trying This Side Dish

Like many, I gobbled up Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimi's cookbooks Plenty and Jerusalem.

This Is the Diet a New Study Suggests Might Stop Breast Cancer From Returning

06/10/2016

This Is the Diet a New Study Suggests Might Stop Breast Cancer From Returning

Mediterranean diets have long been lauded for their balanced nutrients and even weight-loss benefits.

This Diet Might Slow Down Aging

05/07/2016

This Diet Might Slow Down Aging

We're already fans of the Mediterranean diet due to its numerous health benefits, and a new study published in Science Daily only confirms this evidence.

Dine Like the Greeks With This Mediterranean Baked Halibut

03/23/2016

Dine Like the Greeks With This Mediterranean Baked Halibut

Looking to get a little adventurous with your meals?

Feta's Never Looked (or Tasted) So Fabulous

12/31/2015

Feta's Never Looked (or Tasted) So Fabulous

Bold ingredients including salty feta (I'm partial to Valbreso), floral honey, mint, and orange zest play together in perfect harmony in this stunning nibble.

How to Assemble a World-Class Mezze Platter

07/11/2015

How to Assemble a World-Class Mezze Platter

Summer entertaining should be fun, breezy, and low-stress, which is why we highly recommend centering your next party's spread around a mezze platter.

12 Healthy Mediterranean Recipes You Need to Try

09/09/2014

12 Healthy Mediterranean Recipes You Need to Try

We love the healthy things the Mediterranean diet stands for: lean protein, good fats, and plenty of produce!

How to Take Hummus From Sad Store-Bought Tub to Party-Ready

07/15/2014

How to Take Hummus From Sad Store-Bought Tub to Party-Ready

We won't judge if your go-to way to get your hummus on simply consists of popping off the lid of a store-bought tub and dipping pita chips, baby carrots, or crudités straight in.