To make Fieri's perfect burger at home, you'll need: 

• Ground beef (Fieri recommends 80% lean, 20% fat)
• American cheese slices 
• Brioche buns 
• Lettuce
• Tomato 
• Onion 
• Pickles

Fieri told me it's important to shred the lettuce, slice your tomato, and "cut those white onions so thin that they only have one side." 

I also buttered the brioche buns and popped them into the oven so they could get nice and toasty, per Fieri's recommendation.

I seasoned my ground beef with salt and pepper, then shaped it into balls. 

Fieri said it was essential that I cook my burgers "on the hottest griddle or cast iron pan you can get." 

"You smash it down hard — we're talking a half-inch thick," he added.

The Mayor of Flavortown also told me it was important to let my patty crisp up to "get all that delicious caramelization going." I waited until the edges of my patty got crunchy before flipping it over.

Fieri loves using American cheese slices on burgers because "they melt really well," he told me. 

First, I sprayed some water around my burger. Then, per Fieri's instructions, I had to place "some sort of dome or metal bowl" over my patty. 

"That steam will melt your cheese before you overcook your burger," he said. 

I didn't have a metal bowl on hand, so I used an old Marie Callender's pie tin I found in my parents' kitchen. 

Look at how beautiful it is!

I placed my patty on the bottom bun, then added the tomato, onion slices, and pickles. I placed the shredded lettuce on the top bun and voilà — I was done! 

What impressed me the most about Fieri's burger was how juicy it tasted, with just the right amount of crispiness. The perfectly cooked patty truly stood on its own; it didn't even need any condiments!

The brioche bun added a nice hint of sweetness, and the beautifully melted cheese tasted almost buttery. The burger was pure perfection. 

Read my full review of Guy Fieri's perfect burger here. 

To make Ramsay's cheeseburgers at home, you'll need: 

• Ground beef
• Brioche buns 
• Cheddar cheese
• Egg yolks
• Frozen red chile
• Tomato 
• Onion 
• Bacon
• Little Gem lettuce 
• Mayonnaise 
• Sriracha 

I added 16 ounces of ground beef to a bowl along with two egg yolks. I sprinkled some salt and freshly ground black pepper on top, plus one grated frozen chile. 

After mixing everything by hand, I made four patties, each about 1 inch thick. 

"Remember that the thicker you make the patties, the longer they will take to cook," Ramsay writes in his cookbook. "So if you want these on the table in under 10, press your burgers until they are a little thinner for a quicker cooking time."

I let my patties cook for four minutes over medium-high heat, seasoning them with more salt and pepper. Never forget to season!

After adding my bacon and onion slices, I increased the heat to high and let everything cook together.  

I mixed four tablespoons of mayonnaise with two teaspoons of Sriracha, plus some salt and pepper. 

I washed some gem lettuce leaves and sliced one tomato for the bottom of my burgers.

I also toasted my buns in the oven for about two minutes.

I took the bacon and onion slices off the griddle first, placing them on a plate lined with a paper towel.

Ramsay also covers the patties to help the cheese melt. But, unlike the Mayor of Flavortown, he doesn't spray the burger with water first. 

Per Ramsay's recipe, I added some butter to the griddle, placed the cheese slices on top of my patties, then covered both with a metal bowl.

This is such an easy trick and clearly worked well for both Fieri's and Ramsay's burgers. I now consider it an essential step for making a great cheeseburger at home. 

First, I spread some of Ramsay's Sriracha mayonnaise on my bottom buns. Then I added the lettuce, tomato, and onion slices, along with my cheeseburger and bacon. 

After I threw a few more onion slices on top and spread more sauce on my top buns, my burger was ready to go. 

There's no denying how impressive this burger looks, and it tasted great, too. The patty was plump and juicy, and I loved the kick of heat from the Sriracha mayonnaise and grated chile. 

The bacon and onion also gave some nice crunch and savoriness, while the tomato and lettuce added a dose of freshness. 

Read my full review of Gordon Ramsay's perfect burger here.

You have to keep track of quite a few steps to make Ramsay's burger happen in 10 minutes. Fieri's recipe is far simpler, and still delivers fantastic results. 

Plus, I couldn't believe Fieri's burger tasted so good without any sauce or condiments. I've found his burger to outshine those I've had from places like Five Guys, and it's comparable to the gourmet burgers I've tried all over New York — for a fraction of the cost. 

But at the end of the day, you really can't go wrong with Fieri or Ramsay. Either way, you're going to have one very delicious burger. 

Most of my summers in Greece were spent in Thessaloniki, where both of my parents grew up. It's the second-biggest city in the country after Athens and dates back to 316 BC.

Ancient ruins and majestic Byzantine churches can be seen in the city's downtown area. But the most important landmark is the White Tower, which was built in the 15th century after Thessaloniki fell to the Ottomans. The White Tower now has an exhibition on the city's history, and you can go up to the top for spectacular views from its balcony.

Thessaloniki is also packed with so many delicious tavernas and restaurants. My mom recommends visiting the Ladadika neighborhood at the city's center for dinner, or going to Aretsou for views of the water. Try the bougasta, a Greek dessert of custard wrapped in phyllo, or koulouri, Greek sesame bread rings that were my mom's childhood favorite.

"Walk in the Thessaloniki promenade to enjoy a sunset and, if the sky is clear, a perfect view of Mount Olympus," she added.

Sure, Santorini's got those gorgeous white buildings, and Mykonos has the wild nightlife. But if you're looking for an incredible beach vacation, you may be better off on the mainland.

Even as a kid, I remember being stunned by the beaches in Halkidiki. The sand is soft and white, the water is warm, and the colors of the sea are the brightest blues you'll ever see. One summer, my mom and uncle took me to a different beach every day, and she still loves to tell the story of how I gave all the Halkidiki beaches an "A++" because I loved them so much.

Halkidiki is near Thessaloniki, so it's also a great place to visit if you want to combine a city escape with a beach destination. Plus, with so many local tavernas by the sea, you're sure to have a great meal of octopus, ouzo on the rocks, and some calamari.

"If all you want for your vacation is to lie on a beach and listen to the waves, Halkidiki is your destination," my mom said.

Meteora is another childhood trip I'll always remember. Located in central Greece, the Meteora monasteries — now a UNESCO World Heritage Site — are perched on huge cliffs that will take your breath away.

Orthodox Christian hermit monks first began coming to the cliffs of Meteora around the 9th century, looking for peace and isolation. In the 14th century, the first Meteora monastery was built, spearheading the beginning of the site's monastic community, according to Visit Meteora. Six of the 24 monasteries remain active today, with more than 60 nuns and monks.

"It's absolutely amazing to realize that monks built these monasteries and lived there for centuries," my mom said. "The unique rock formations and nice sunsets offer many photo opportunities. It's a really special place that makes me feel close to heaven."

Ancient Greeks believed that Delphi was the "navel of the world." The myth goes that Zeus released one eagle from the east and one from the west, and the birds met in the middle at Delphi, where the famous oracle was built.

In addition to being an incredible archaeological site, Delphi also has a stunning natural backdrop. My mother said she still remembers the sweeping views of the valleys and the lovely olive trees.

"I loved visiting Delphi because of its history, but also because of the beautiful natural surroundings," she added.

For as long as I can remember, the Olympics have been a huge point of pride in our household. My parents always loved reminding me why Greece walks first in the Parade of Nations, and why the Greek flag is always flown during the closing ceremony.

So, as a kid, it was incredibly special to visit Olympia, where the Olympics first began. The games were held in Olympia every four years from 776 BC to 393 AD, and ruins from the sporting events still stand there today.

"Olympia has always had an emotional impact on me," my mom said. "To be able to walk in the same field where the Olympics started moved me very much when I visited for the first time."

"I think this would be a special place for someone who loves sports or history," she added.

I have this distinct memory of seeing candy-colored houses along the water in Corfu. The city is a great option if you want to visit a beautiful Greek island without fighting hundreds of other tourists for a picture of the sunset.

Once under Venetian rule, the Italian influence is still apparent in much of Corfu's architecture and delicious food. Along with beaches, the island is known for its lush flora and fauna. My parents took my sister and me to Corfu when we were kids and said it was a great spot for family vacations.

My dad also recommends adding a trip to Ioannina on the way to Corfu to visit the Perama Cave.

Rhodes was ruled by the Knights of St. John from the 14th to the 16th century, and it still feels steeped in medieval history. I remember being wowed as a kid while walking past the castles, under the stone arches, and through the tiny cobblestone alleys in the island's old town.

Rhodes also has plenty of beautiful beaches, as well as Butterfly Valley — my mom's favorite part of the island.

The Cycladic island has become popular in recent years thanks to TikToks of tourists waving their napkins at the Barbarossa restaurant, but Paros is significantly larger in size than Santorini or Mykonos. That means you can easily escape summer crowds whenever you please, while still joining the bustling nightlife if that's your scene.

I recommend renting an ATV or car after your boat docks on the island. One of my favorite memories in Paros was riding through the beautiful hilltops dotted with tiny white churches and stumbling upon secluded beaches.

You could spend days exploring the small villages of Lefkes and Piso Livadi, or relax by the calm waters of Santa Maria beach. It's also easy to take a day trip to Antiparos, just 7 minutes away by ferry.

Just make sure not to leave without dinner or drinks at Siparos, one of my favorite places on the island to watch the sunset.