These two desserts are both popular in the Mediterranean region and throughout the Middle East, but what makes them different ...

But he didn't start making the dessert himself until ... that you don't have to be a Greek phyllo maker (or the descendant of one) to make some amazing baklava for your family and friends.

Yes, but: The huge, gooey, sticky baklava from Psistaria Greek Taverna in Lincolnwood is a special treat. ($7.25) They top it with cinnamon and syrup so it's almost more breakfast than dessert ...

To assemble, cut the cake in half lengthwise to create a cake sandwich and trim the edges to fit your trifle dish. Drizzle half the syrup over the base and add half the nut mixture. Place the next ...

As part of our "World of Flavors" series, today we propose a particularly tasty dessert: Gianniotikos baklava with kantaifi.