Hello Dupa,

With the snow outside and record cold temperatures this week, I find myself dreaming of sunshine and olive groves. And while I’m not in the Greek Islands right now, I am bringing a taste of Crete straight to you, with a video I think you’re going to love. I will show you how to make 5 classic recipes inspired by the traditional cuisine of Crete. In the 1950s and 60s, researchers discovered that this island had the healthiest people in the world. They lived long, vibrant lives, and perhaps most remarkably, the men lived as long as the women.

These simple, nourishing recipes are packed with the same ingredients Cretans have enjoyed for generations—lots of vegetables, beans, herbs, and of course, plenty of extra virgin olive oil.

And if you’ve been thinking about making the Mediterranean Diet a bigger part of your life, this is a great place to begin. Our Mediterranean Diet Portal is open for new members, and we’re kicking off a new round of The Mediterranean Way 10-week program this Monday. You’ll get everything you need to build healthy habits that last, just in time to reset and recharge for the new year.

When you join the portal, you’ll also get immediate access to:

✅ Our Mediterranean Diet Weight Loss and Clean Eating programs