The River Of Gold in British Columbia
The Fraser River in British Columbia has been a source of placer gold for more than 160 years and it has been a meeting...
How Ancient Greek Knowledge Was Saved by the Islamic Golden Age
The Islamic Golden Age was a period during which science, literature, geometry, astronomy, and other fields of knowledge flourished from the eighth to the...
Cycladic Islands in Greece ‘Threatened by Surge in Tourism’
Tourism development in the Cycladic islands of Greece, and in particular Sifnos, Serifos and Folegandros, threatens the islands’ integrity, a recent report by Europa...
Ancient Humans of Arabia Lived in Lava Tube Caves, Study Finds
Aerial views show thousands of stone structures scattered across the Arabian peninsula. On the ground, ancient tools and fire pits lay near old lakes,...
Mediterranean Diet Tied to Lower Blood Pressure, Greek Study Shows
Looking at data spanning 20 years, Greek researchers found that people who consistently followed a Mediterranean-style diet had a lower risk of developing hypertension...
Greek Adoptees to Meet in Louisville for Third Annual Reunion
After the amazing success of the first two Annual Greek Adoptee Reunions in Nashville, TN in August 2022 and in their homeland of Greece...
Helen of Troy Fresco Shows Pompeii’s Love for Ancient Greek Stories
The newly uncovered fresco of Helen of Troy and several other impressive artworks depicting scenes from Greek mythology in Pompeii shows that the city's...
Lord Byron: The Romantic Poet Who Died for Greece
Lord Byron is one of the first and best-known philhellenes who actively participated in Greece’s War of Independence.
Israel Launches Missile Strike Against Iran
Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, US officials say, a move that threatens to escalate regional conflict further. Iranian state media are...
Olympiacos Wins Shoot-Out in Istanbul to Advance to European Semis
Olympiacos won the penalty shoot-out against Turkish side Fenerbache to book a place in the semi-finals of a UEFA competition for the first time...
Virtual Choir In Greece Sings as One Despite Pandemic Restrictions
A virtual choir based out of Kavala, Greece, bringing together 80 different singers, recently released a video of the song "Trehantira."
Top Spots for Sightseeing Around Syntagma Square in Athens
Syntagma Square has literally been the very heart of Athens ever since the city became the capital of the modern Greek state.
Monastiraki: Bargaining for the Past at Athens’ Flea Market
Monastiraki Square is one of the most vibrant areas of the Greek capital, and its flea market is at the center of this charming...
Successful Greek Women Share their Experiences with the World
Successful Greek women were celebrated by the Daughters of Penelope on International Women's Day in a webinar
Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie Courtesy of Cultivation Over Millennia
Although pumpkins are now grown and consumed in some form worldwide, they stem from North America. They feature so prominently on our Thanksgiving tables,...
Savory Christmas Choux Recipe from Greek Chef Giorgio Pintzas Monzani
Give a Mediterranean and Greek twist to your appetizers or your Christmas cocktail evening with savory Christmas choux this year.
By Giorgio Pintzas Monzani
Savory puffs...
Six “Must Visit” Archaeological Sites Near Athens
Greece is full of some of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, such as the Acropolis, Mycenae, and Knossos. There are so...
The Best Places For Digital Nomads, Start-Ups in Greece
Greece has been taking steps to create a business environment that would attract so-called digital nomads and ease the founding of start-ups.
Othonoi Island: The Beautiful Westernmost Point of Greece
At the junction of two seas, the Ionian and the Adriatic, there is a beautiful island that is known as the westernmost point of...
Best Beaches on Chios, Greece’s Island of a Thousand Faces
Chios is the fifth-largest island in Greece, and it is a hidden gem waiting to be unveiled. Its surrounded by the sparkling, deep sapphire waters of the Aegean Sea.
Greece’s Unknown Submerged Ancient Bridge
Greece is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful countries in Europe, and the submerged bridge of Itea shows just that
Your Ultimate Summer Guide to Greek Island Hopping
There is plenty for everyone. Here is your definitive guide to enjoying and getting to know the islands of Greece for the summer of 2021.
The Mystery of the Ancient Greek Statues Found in Italy
The mystery over the Riace Bronzes, two magnificent ancient Greek statues, remains, more than half a century after the day they were recovered off...
The History of the Ancient Greek City of Thebes
The ancient Greek city of Thebes played a central role in the long pageant of Greek history; appearing in many of the age-old legends...
The Troubled German Poet Who Truly Worshipped Greece
Friedrich Hölderlin was an important German Romantic lyric poet whose great work managed to bridge the Classical and Romantic traditions in literature and poetry...
Stoicism: The Greatest Quotes of Ancient Greek Philosophers
Stoicism was one of the philosophical movements of the Hellenistic period, founded by Zeno of Citium in Athens in the early 3rd century BC
The Moment Ancient Greek Masterpiece Was Unearthed at Delphi
Delphi, Greece, 1894. Archeologists and workers pose in front of the magnificent statue of Antinous, which was unearthed near the Temple of Apollo in...
The Profound Consequences of the Roman Conquest of Greece
The Roman conquest of Greece is an integral part of the long and rich history of this proud nation. However, people mostly focus on...
Greek Pita “Pizza” Muffins: A Fun And Easy To Prepare Snack
A fun and easy to prepare snack combining three world-renowned favorites into one is the pita "pizza" muffin.
Chocolate Dipped Melomakarona Recipe
A spin of the traditional Melomakarona, the chocolate filled Greek Christmas cookies are a great dessert for the holiday meals.
In a bowl
• WATER 17...
Greek Dakos Cheesecake Recipe
Try this Dakos Greek Cheesecake recipe for a unique cheesecake that will pleasantly surprise you and your guests.
Ingredients
for the base;
DAKOS RUSK (kritharokoulouro) 60gr/...
Semolina Halva Recipe
Here's a traditional recipe fro the delicious Greek desert Halva with Semolina.
Ingredients
250ml sunflower oil
14oz – 400gr semolina flour
5lb – 700gr sugar
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