A unique, unpolluted environment, the absence of factories and a strong farming tradition have provided ideal conditions for the growth of organic farming and livestock breeding in Monemvasia. Local organic producers of high quality products, cultivated with respect for environmental protection, include extra virgin olive oil, table olives, wine, citrus fruits, vegetables, honey, dairy products …
When it comes to food in Monemvasia, there are two main attractions – first of all the traditional regional recipes and secondly the excellent products from Laconia’s farms and the surrounding seas. Throughout the municipality are restaurants and taverns offering typical Peloponnesian dishes of a high standard and at reasonable prices. Don’t miss the saitia …
One of the best traditional Greek Recipes is that of Stuffed Wine Leaves also known as Dolmades. Here we present to you a very simple recipe by our favourite Greek Masterchef so you can make it at home!
Santorini is with no doubt one of the most famous islands of the Aegean! Apart from the breathtaking views and unique landscape one will find very special products growning from its volcanic soil. Here we introduce you to the Traditional Local Products of Santorini you must not miss! Santorini Fava The Fava of Santorini is …
Various vegetarian fritters are very common in the Cycladeds. they are made with seasonal ingredients and herbs, while sometimes they use the food leftovers. In Santorini particularly, the small, waterless tomatoes are flavored with mint and oregano and occasionally with cod. This is the recipe for the classic and favoured Santorini dish; tomato fritters. Ingredients …
There are many restaurants in Folegandros, they are quite simple and usually have few tables. It is always best to check the prices and try and understand if the products are fresh or frozen. You can find a variety of dishes with the traditional dish being Matsata – a fresh pasta that is served with …
The ultimate culinary appointment this summer takes places next to the sea under starry night. Through the coastline of Attica you will find magnificent seaside restaurants that will make you forget you are dining in Athens, rather will make you feel that you are at one of the amazing Islands of the Aegean. The wide …
Greek Shrimp Saganaki Recipe by our favorite Master Cher Akis Petretzikis
You should not miss dining at these restaurants of Mykonos Mykonos island is famous, among others, for its exquisite choices when it comes to fine dining, that will please even the most demanding pallets. The tables set at Mykonos are trendsetters influenced by the eternal Aegean blue and the fusion of kitchens from all around …
One of the most traditional desserts of Greece is that of Ravani, which you can find it served throughout the country. It is essentially a sweet semolina cake, spiced usually with vanilla and soaked in syrup. This is a great recipe by our favourite Greek Master Chef Akis Petzikis for all of you to try …
One more delicous recipe using Greek products! Our favourite Greek Master Chef Akis Petretzikis has done it once again and has posted an easy and delicious recipe of one of the world’s favourite dessert. A healthy version of cheesecake using Greek yogurt and serving with Greek honey and walnuts! Enjoy!
Plain, medium or sweet… both Greek and foreign visitors must take a step back and relax while enjoying their frappé. This is the deeper meaning of it, or is this just another urban legend that frappé is the coffee for the lazy? Frappé coffee, or Greek frappé, is a foam-covered iced coffee drink made from …
Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece, located in the North part of the country. For more than 2.300 years it has been a histoic crossroad between the West and the East, a “co-reigning” city during the Byzantine Empire and a “co-capital” in the modern Greek state. Thessaloniki keeps you for an abundance of …
The Natural History Museum of Kalambaka & Mushroom Museum have launched the exciting activity of “Truffle Hunting” ! Accompanied by mushroom specialists and hikers,you are given the opportunity to explore the breathtaking natural scenery of Meteora and learn about mushrooms! Following the “mushroom hunt” is lunch time, during which you will prepare your own Truffle Spaghetti in …
Walking through fields of white earth and old small houses, one reaches the traditional village, where the “Epitafios walk” is covered in true spiritual ambiance. The road is decorated with tined lamps forming a river of fire that trembles accompanied by chanting and the smell of spring flowers. At the monastery of Prophet Elias, at the …
Another great and easy Greek recipe from one of our favorite Greek Chefs for you to try at home! Inspired by the traditional filo pastry recipes, filled with spinach and cheese this is a great modern version.
One of the most traditional ingredients of the Greek cuisine is lamb! Enjoy a nice Greek – type family meal by trying out the easy and delicious recipe below, by one of our favorite Greek chefs!
Greece plays host to religious festivals with deeply rooted customs and centuries-old traditions all year round. One of the greatest celebrations of Christianity is Easter. The faithful Christians all over Greece follow the Holy Week ritual devoutly, giving themselves body and soul into the culmination of the Passion of Christ and finally rejoicing in His …
“Kathari Deftera,” Greek for Clean Monday, is considered to be one of the most important feasts all over Greece, each year commencing the 40-day period of the Great Lent for the Eastern Greek Orthodox Church, which is called “Sarakosti.” The feast begins on the first day of the 7th week before the Orthodox Easter Sunday. …
