Greek Orange Syrup Cake

This recipe has been inspired by my recent trip to Santorini where I tasted the most delicious Orange Syrup Cake (Portokalopita) from the most wonderful patisserie in Oia.  I was very surprised to find that no flour was used and that dried and flaked filo pastry is the key ingredient.  This is a fluffy and colourful sponge made with fresh oranges and drizzled in a fresh orange and cinnamon syrup.  Delicious!!  

Orzo Pasta Salad with Feta, Chickpeas & Lemon-Dill Dressing

Light, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavour, this vibrant orzo pasta salad is perfect for lunch, picnics, or a colourful side dish. Tender orzo is tossed with crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red onion, hearty chickpeas, briny olives, and creamy cubes of feta cheese. A zesty homemade lemon and dill dressing ties it all together, adding brightness and freshness in every bite. Finished with fragrant basil and extra dill, this easy salad is a delicious make-ahead option for warm …