Xronia Polla Ellada (OXI DAY)
October 28, 2025

Xronia Polla Ellada (OXI DAY)

Xronia Polla, Ellada!   Today we honor the day Greece proudly said “OXI” (NO) to Mussolini. On October 28th, 1940, Prime Minister Ioannis Metaxas stood his ground, refusing Mussolini’s demands — and the Greek people poured into the streets shouting OXI! That powerful word became …

Important Greek Celebration Days, Mezes (Appetizers), Mezes/Appetizers
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Bougatsa: Greek Sweet Custard Phyllo Pie
October 26, 2025

Bougatsa: Greek Sweet Custard Phyllo Pie

Hello from Thessaloniki! Today, October 26th, we celebrate Thessaloniki and its freedom from the Ottoman Empire. We also celebrate Saint Demetrios’ name day. Xronia polla se olous!     As Thessaloniki is known for its bougatsa, I felt this was the perfect dessert to share. …

Greek Desserts, Sweet & Savory Pies
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Fall Soups: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe
October 11, 2025

Fall Soups: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

Happy weekend to you! For those of you catching up here on Kouzounas Kitchen blog — we’re in Greece! We’ve finally made it a bit closer to the Mani region, but currently, we’re in Isthmia near the Corinthos Canal. Long story short… the short version …

Soups
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