For many years, I traveled the globe, studying and working in some of the worldβs most beautiful locations. Although I valued my time dedicated to international aid, something was always missing in my life – my love for writing and cooking.

Recently, I discovered my most prized treasure tucked safely in my grandmother’s attic: my recipe journal from Greece. Its worn tan cover is splattered with olive oil, flour dust left between the pages, and corners folded over to mark favorite recipes. Some pages are filled with photographs, reminders of my time with classmates and friends, or ingredient substitutions I scribbled after each visit to the market. There are even doodles from afternoons spent in cafΓ©s.

I can’t wait to share my journal with you. There are so many authentic Greek Recipes like Spanakopita, Baklava, and traditional mezes. I also have tips, like sourcing local honey, and funny anecdotes about my brief but memorable time studying Archaeology in Athens.
If you’re not sure where to start, try my favorite Recipes for delicious Mediterranean dishes. If you are a book reader, then the Book Club might be for you. I also hope to add a writer’s corner.
Feel free to hang here and fire away with questions or comments on the posts. Iβd love to hear from you!
Your friend,
Ellie Bleu

Letβs Connect:
Instagram – Coming soon! I’ll post recipes and favorite reads.
Facebook – Coming soon! I’ll share the weekly recipe along with behind-the-scenes photos.
Pinterest – Iβm always updating my boards with fashion, travel photos, and recipes that inspire me.
Email:Β Leave a note on the contact form below. For a quicker response, please send a comment on my post and I’ll get back to you.
Love it. Looking forward to this culinary journey!
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Hi Steph. Thanks for checking out my new blog. I’m glad you enjoyed it!
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Congrats on starting your new blog page!
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Thank you! I’m so happy to have it up and running.
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Thank you so much for visiting Life Bellissima! π I’m delighted to find your blog and look forward to reading more!
~ Anna
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Thank you Anna! I just tried your Chocolate Almond-Coconut Smoothie. Loved it!
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I’m so delighted to hear you enjoyed the smoothie recipe! π I’ve been browsing through your blog — I’m so excited to read more! Lovely!
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Elie, I am looking forward to following your blog and thanks for visiting mine π
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Thank you Marisa. I look forward to following your wonderful blog too.
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Thank-you Ellie π
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You’ve got a great start. Thanks for your visits and liking A Bridge No More and Banana Nice Cream.
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Thank you Karina. I enjoyed reading A Bridge No More and I can’t wait to read more of your posts.
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Thank you for the kind comment.
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Nice to meet you, dear Ellie! Greetings from a Foodie from Belgium. ππ
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Hi Sophie. Thank you for stopping by. I love your blog although it makes me miss living in Belgium. π
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Aah, you lived in our beautiful country! Splendid!
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Hi. It’s nice to meet you. Thanks so much for visiting my blog. Your recipes look yummy. π
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Thank you Kathy. I look forward to following your post too.
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Hi Elie,
Thank you so much for visiting by my blog and following it. Glad to have found your lovely page, Iβm looking forward to seeing more from you!:)
Linda:)
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Hi Linda. Thank you for such kind words. I love your blog, and it will be fun to follow your culinary adventures.
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Hi Ellie, I just wanted to pop by and say ‘hi’ and thank you for visiting my blog. I look forward to visiting yours. Have an awesome day. π
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Hi Lynne. Thanks for stopping by. Your photos on your blog are beautiful.
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That is a huge compliment, thank you Ellie π
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It’s nice to meet you Ellie. You have an interesting blog and I am already loving the features I’ve seen so far. Hope to connect more with you through your blog posts. Cheers! xx
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Thank you Stella. You have such an eclectic blog. I can’t wait to follow your daily prompts and quotes. Thanks for stopping by.
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You’re welcome, Ellie. It’s nice to hear such kind words. Thanks. Glad to connect and I look forward to more interactions with you. Cheers. π
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Great to connect Elle and thanks for the follow…look forward to your post on your beautiful blog…Shy
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Thanks Shy. I love the creativity in your recipes. It’s going to be fun to follow along.
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Looking forward to following your culinary adventures!
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Thank you Jody. π It will be fun to follow your blog too.
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Dear Elliebleu, thank you so much for following my blog. From time to time I will also try to write about the tastes of the countries that I visit, so then you can try to prepare your lovely dishes ;);)
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Your travel photos are beautiful. I would love to hear about some of the delicious cuisines you try. Thanks for stopping by! π
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I will do my best on this field π
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Hi Ellie! I really like your blog and your recipes. I just wanted to let you know that I nominated you for The Sunshine Blogger Award. I hope that you accept the nomination. https://thishappymommy.com/2016/07/21/the-sunshine-blogger-award/
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Hey Jessica. Sorry I missed the boat on this one. I really hope that you won the blogger award. I’m making your Sweet Avocado Basil Balsamic Salad today for lunch. Love it π
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Thanks Ellie!! Hope you enjoy it! π It’s never too late. You can always opt in on the blog award whenever you want.
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Hi! Happy to have found your blog! I love the layout, the style the content…everything! I’ve read some of your posts and I can’t wait to read more! Looking forward to following you π
Lisa | http://www.fromdreamtoplan.net/
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Thank you Lisa. That means a lot coming from you. Your blog is my go-to for travel and food in Italy. I absolutely love it!
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My pleasure! Oh thank you, so nice of you!! π
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Happy to see you here. Loved your blog. Keep doing what you are doing. ππΌππΌππΌ
Meena.
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Hi Ellie Bleu! Thanks for stopping by my blog and liking my post ‘Memories of a Greek childhood’. I’m glad you did, as it led me to your lovely blog. Mediterranean food is my favourite and I really like the concept behind your blog. Looking forward to reading more! π
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