Melomakarona, kourabiedes and other sweets

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Greek traditional Christmas sweets are melomakarona, kourabiedes, and diples. Melomakarona has their roots in the Byzantine times, while kourabiedes have an Ottoman origin. 

These two are the most characteristic sweets of Christmas thatall housewives prepare. 
Diples are also prepared in various regions.
 

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