Chios is a Greek island located in the northern Aegean Sea. It is the 5th largest Greek island. The island of Chios has much to offer visitors including forts, museu... Read More
Chios is an island in the Aegean Sea in Greece that is particularly known for its hospitality. Since it is much small than some of the other tourist destinations in.... Read More
It’s true that people flock to the Greek islands each year in order to enjoy Greece at its finest. The Greek island of Chios is rich in history, traditional, a... Read More
The island of Chios in the Aegean Sea is the fifth largest of the Greek islands. It is located between Lesvos Island and Ikaria Island. The medieval villages, desert... Read More
The island of Chios is a sought after place that attracts people from all over the world. There is a lot to do here despite the fact that it is... Read More
Mesta Village is one among many villages based in Chios, Greece. We’ll look into what you need to know about Mesta in this article. You’ll learn about the activi... Read More
Anavatos is a small village in the region of Chios, Greece. The area has been inhabited since ancient times. Its history is marked with many battles between Turks an... Read More
Hidden on the eastern Greek island of Chios sits Pyrgi, a charming Medieval town often referred to as the “Painted Village.” Located about 15 miles south of the ... Read More
Vroulidia is a beautiful beach getaway for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. With its pristine white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and fr... Read More
Because Chios sees fewer visitors than better-known Greek islands, tourists can find great hospitality and opportunities for interaction with friendly inhabitants an... Read More
This recipe calls for pasta that comes from the island of Chios, which has tomato mixed into the dough. You can substitute any pasta you desire if you can’t fi... Read More
While most people flock to Greece to enjoy the stunning beaches, the warm Mediterranean sun, and the rich history of this ancient land, the country also boasts a str... Read More
Greeks have been landing in America since the 1500’s. The first Greek to visit America was a sailor named Don Theodorou who was part of a major expedition headed b... Read More
Greek Mythology is filled with tales about more than just the gods and goddesses. There are heroes and other figures that are also part of the stories. The Ancient G... Read More
The Greek island of Ikaria is known for its beautiful green mountains, deep blue sea, and the friendly, happy residents. You will find dancing and laughing abundant ... Read More
Although we don’t associate Greek food with pasta, it is an integral part of the cuisine. Pasta is a common ingredient in many Greek dishes, and each of these ... Read More
Mastic is one of those spices that is unique to Greece. The spice comes from the resin of the mastic tree, and most of these trees grow on the island... Read More
A significant battle occurred in 495 B.C. near Lade in the Aegean Sea. The island lies a short distance off the coast of Anatolia, now a part of the nation... Read More
Greek cuisine is filled with delicious, comforting foods whose recipes have been passed down through the generations. For those of us who try to cook many of these f... Read More
Baklava is a rich, sweet pastry made of layers of phyllo pastry filled with chopped nuts and sweetened with syrup made from sugar and/or honey. At Christmastime in p... Read More
Andronikos III Palaiologos ruled the Byzantine Empire beginning in 1328 until his death in 1341. As emperor, he oversaw a brief period of resurgence for the empire. ... Read More
Greek dances are well known throughout the world. The music is distinct, the dances are incredibly social, and there is a lot of pride associated with them. There ar... Read More
There is no doubt that baklava is one of the most popular of the Greek desserts. You can find it homemade in Greek households, in pastry shops in Greece and... Read More
Syros is one of those whitewashed islands in the Cyclades of Greece that visitors seem to flock to. While it’s neighbors, Santorini and Mykonos, tend to be a l... Read More
When people think about Ancient Greece, chances are pretty good that slavery isn’t one of the things that comes to mind. The truth, the Ancient Greeks did make... Read More
These chickpea patties, or Revithokeftedes, are commonly served on Greek islands such as Chios, as well as other places throughout Greece. If you don’t have ti... Read More
Mastic, referred to as mastika in Greek, is a spice that comes from the resin of the mastic tree. The Latin or scientific name for this plant is Pistacia lentiscu... Read More
On New Year’s Eve, people throughout the world hit the streets in order to enjoy the day. Their goal is to celebrate life and to watch one year end and... Read More
Mastic is one of those Greek spices that doesn’t get a lot of press. Outside of Greece, it can also be fairly difficult to find so many Greek cooks found... Read More
This recipe originated on the island of Chios in its northern villages. However, this stuffed eggplant dish is prepared throughout Greece. You’ll want to find ... Read More
On the island of Chios where this dish originates, the tomatoes that are used in this spread are small and sweet. However, any type of ripe, fresh tomato that you...... Read More
In Greece, there are two basic ingredients that make halva. In some version, semolina is used. In other versions, however, sesame seeds in the form of tahini paste i... Read More
The First Macedonian War occurred between 214-205 B.C. and was fought between Rome, Macedonia, their respective allies. The war took place while Rome was fighting th... Read More
Paximathia, a Greek cookie that is similar to the Italian biscotti, is not only delicious, but it’s also a big part of Greek traditional life. In fact, this t... Read More
Even though Patmos is a small island, there are certainly plenty of things to do! The island not only has a significant historical impact, but it’s also fille... Read More
This whipped custard dessert isn’t as common as some of the other Greek pastries are, such as baklava and koulourakia. However, it does have a special place in... Read More
Did you know that almonds are very common in Greek cooking? As an American of Greek descent, I actually didn’t have a lot of exposure to the nut until I... Read More
Whenever I smell the syrup of warm honey, cinnamon, and fresh squeezed orange juice, I know that it’s time for Christmas. Each year, my mother makes a huge pan... Read More
If you are looking for a vacation this summer to look back on and have fond memories of, you can’t go wrong with visiting one of the oldest theaters in... Read More
Ikaria is a small island in Greece that is known for its gorgeous setting and healthy diet. Despite its size, people flock here all year long to enjoy the great... <... Read More
Mastika is a liqueur that is well-known in Greece but isn’t often found outside of the country. It has a unique flavor, both sweet and with a slight tinge of..... Read More
Although ice cream didn’t originate in Greece, it was embraced once it was introduced. If there were a traditional ice cream variety native of Greece, however,... Read More
This recipe originated on the island of Chios, where apples grow abundantly. The almost syrup included in this recipe is a particular specialty on Chios, as well, an... Read More
Around 1100 BC, Greece had reached a turning point in its early history. The Minoan Civilization, which has been credited as being the first civilization in Greece, ... Read More
Saint Nektarios of Aegina is one of the most celebrated saints of the Greek Orthodox Church. In his years of service to the church, Saint Nektarios earned the love o... Read More
Meeting Greek singles, we know that it happens at Church, whether Thea or Yiayia has someone ‘they want us to meet’ or through the various ministries that our ch... Read More
This dish is commonly cooked on the island of Chios and is about as traditional as it gets. This potato salad has been served for generations and is often used... Read More
Greek Name Days According to Greek Orthodox tradition, nearly every day of the year is dedicated to some Christian saint or martyr. When someone in Greece is named a... Read More
The bulgur that is native to the island of Chios is a bit different than what we expect. Usually, bulgur is steamed whole. The version found in Chios is coarsely... ... Read More
Although this recipe can be found throughout modern-day Greece, it originated in Ancient Greece. You can easily find this dish in markets in Greece and throughout t... Read More
While Athens has more than its fair share of sites to fill up any traveler’s itinerary, the big city also has its share of hustle and bustle. So would you... Read More
There are several small islands located near Athens known as the Saronic Islands. These islands are Hydra, Salamina, Aegina, Poros, Spetses, Dokos, and Agistri. Thes... Read More
This recipe is thought to have originated in Chios but a version of it is served on other islands, as well. If you don’t have access to purslane or don’t... Read More
The modern city of Athens has more than its fair share of Byzantine jewels. However, just on the outskirts of the city stands one of the most famous and remarkable..... Read More
Your problem is you find yourself in Athens with nothing to do, or more realistically maybe you are back in Athens and are looking for something to do and see... Read More
Greek Easter is known affectionately for many of its uniquely elaborate and historic traditions, whether they are eggs dyed blood red or a lamb roasting on your fron... Read More
When visiting Greece, most people tend to spend time in Athens, especially if they’ve never been to Greece before. While there, it is easy to stick with seeing... Read More
The cuisine on the Greek island of Crete has been influenced by several different cultures, and this dish is one of those. It’s ultra traditional and filled wi... Read More
Kataifi is a popular Greek dessert that has a similar flavor as baklava. Instead of phyllo, however, the sweet and spicy nut mixture is wrapped with Kataifi pastry, ... Read More