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Maria Santos

Maria Santos

Mediterranean Cuisine Specialist

3 recipes Mediterranean & Italian

Born in a small coastal town in Portugal, Maria grew up surrounded by the aromas of her grandmother's kitchen. After training at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and spending a decade cooking across Mediterranean restaurants in Lisbon, Barcelona, and Rome, she brings the sun-soaked flavors of southern Europe to every dish. Maria believes that the best meals start with the freshest ingredients and a generous pour of olive oil.

Credentials

  • Le Cordon Bleu, Paris — Grand Diplôme
  • 12 years as Head Chef at Solmar, Lisbon
  • Author of "The Mediterranean Table"

Recipes by Maria

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta
Pasta Medium

Creamy Tuscan Shrimp Pasta

Succulent shrimp in a rich garlic cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and parmesan over penne pasta — a 30-minute Tuscan-inspired dinner.

10 min prep 20 min cook
Greek Avgolemono Soup
Soups & Stews Easy

Greek Avgolemono Soup

Silky, creamy Greek egg-lemon chicken soup with tender rice, made without dairy. Master the art of tempering eggs for a velvety avgolemono.

15 min prep 40 min cook
One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken
Chicken Easy

One-Pan Lemon Herb Chicken

Juicy chicken thighs with roasted vegetables, bright lemon, and fresh herbs - all made in one pan for easy cleanup.

15 min prep 35 min cook