World Leaders Call for De-Escalation Between Israel and Iran
Following a report from two US officials on Friday morning that a missile strike by Israel had hit targets in Iran, international leaders around...
The Wealthy Anti-Aging Influencers in Search of Eternal Youth
Growing older is a difficult reality we all must face, with greying hair, sagging skin, and a general lapse in energy, aging can be...
Fossils of Largest Snake to Ever Live Discovered in India
Fossil vertebrae excavated during a mine dig in western India are the remains of one of the largest snakes that ever existed, a creature...
Villa of First Roman Emperor Augustus May Have Been Found in Italy
A nearly 2,000-year-old building has been discovered in Southern Italy at a site with ancient Roman ruins buried in volcanic ash. The research team...
Lesser Known Ancient Greek City-States
While Athens and Sparta dominate history book pages, there are lesser known ancient Greek city-states that played an important role in the spread of...
Rapprochement With Turkey Reduced Illegal Migration to Greece, PM Says
The policy of rapprochement with Turkey had helped decrease illegal migration flows, Greece's Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has said from Lesvos.
“Greece is one of...
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,...
What is Hidden Under Hagia Sophia?
The former Basilica of Hagia Sophia in Istanbul (Constantinople) is the undisputed symbolic center of the Greek Orthodox faith, hosting millions of visitors, who...
Digenes Akritas, Hero of the Byzantine Borderlands
Digenes Akritas (Διγενής Ακρίτας) is one of the only surviving epic poems from the Byzantine/Eastern Roman Empire. It tells the story of the titular...
Trees that Became Part of the Greek War of Independence Epic
Dozens of centuries-old trees that became part of the rich lore of the Greek War of Independence have been identified by a Greek scientist
The Extermination of Pontic Greeks was a Genocide
The Greek genocide and the Pontic genocide instigated by the Ottoman Empire and the Turkish national movement is a dark moment for Greece
20 Greek Islands With a Different Feel for Every Traveler
There is a Greek island for everyone, whether you want endless sandy beaches, magical villages, turquoise waters, or any combination!
Yannis Ritsos: The Greatest Greek Poet of His Time
When Yannis Ritsos passed away on November 11, 1990, the world of poetry lost one of the greatest poets of the 20th century.
A Medieval Labyrinth: The Village of Mesta on the Greek Island of Chios
Featuring medieval architecture, Mesta is one of the most beautiful and well-preserved villages on the island of Chios.
Six Things You Shouldn’t Say to a Greek
When visiting Greece it may be difficult for you to understand some of the cultural norms to follow during your stay in this beautiful...
Tinos: This Unique Greek Island Will Enchant You
The Greek island of Tinos is steeped in history and beauty and home to sacred religious and historic sites, as well as to history...
Nymphaio, the Fairy-Tale Village of Northern Greece
Nymphaio is a stunning village, often ranked amongst the most beautiful, located just outside Florina in West Macedonia, Greece.
How Mykonos Changed from Sleepy Island to Superstars’ Paradise
The idyllic island of Mykonos was one of the first Greek isles to become an international travel destination.
August 15th: Discover the Big Celebration of Tinos Island
For Greeks, August 15 is one of the most important holidays on the calendar, but it is an especially huge day in Tinos. It's...
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...
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
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Phyllo Wrapped Feta Cheese with Truffle Honey Recipe
A traditional Greek appetizer, phyllo-wrapped feta cheese with truffle honey is easy to make and offers a delicious rich flavor.
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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Loukoumades: Greek Fried Puffs Recipe
A traditional recipe for Loukoumades, the delicious Greek fried puffs with honey.