Turkish-Occupied Northern Cyprus Voices Disdain for EU Membership
Turkish-occupied northern Cyprus expressed its disdain yesterday, Wednesday, May 1st, at the Republic of Cyprus having been inducted to the EU. It was an...
The Birth of the Byzantine Empire of Trebizond
When the army of the Fourth Crusade sacked Constantinople in 1204, the Byzantine Empire of Trebizond was formed as a successor state that lasted...
The Ancient Greek Woman Buried With Her Gold Jewelry
In 2018, Greek archaeologists uncovered a grave of an ancient noblewoman buried with her gold jewelry on the island of Sikinos.
Her name, according to...
Greece Launches ‘MyCoast’ App to Combat Beach Violations
Greece has unveiled the 'MyCoast' app, allowing users to report beach violations with ease in a bid to reinforce the new stricter beach rules.
The...
Lost Ancient Greek Sky Map Discovered at Sinai Monastery
A map of the night sky created by the ancient Greek astronomer Hipparchus was recently discovered at St. Catherine Monastery on the Sinai Peninsula...
OECD Sees Greek Economy Growing 2% in 2024 and 2.5% in 2025
The Greek economy remains resilient and is expected to grow at a rate of 2 percent in 2024 and 2.5 percent in 2025 as...
Why Greeks Dye Eggs Red for Easter
Dying eggs red in anticipation of Greek Easter is a beloved tradition. Families across Greece dye their eggs red together on Holy Thursday.
Shipwreck That Claimed the Lives of 98 People Found in Greece
The shipwreck of Sperchios, a ship that sank in May 1945 off the island of Hydra, Greece, and claimed the lives of 98 passengers...
Rare Black Swan Spotted in Greece
A lonely black swan was spotted swimming in the Evros Delta in northeast Greece in a rare sight that delighted conservationists as the species...
Face of 40-Year-Old Neanderthal Woman Revealed
Scientists have reconstructed the face of a 40-year-old Neanderthal woman who lived 75,000 years ago.
It is based on the flattened, shattered remains of a...
Mama Jo: The Greek Whose Breakfast Cart Conquered New York City
The story of Mama Jo and her iconic breakfast cart in New York City is an inspiring tale, in which an immigrant, driven by...
The 20 Most Common Greek Last Names
If you're in a crowd in Greece and shout "Mr. Papadopoulos," the most common surname in Greece, chances are that at least one man will turn his head.
The Controversial Quest to Find the Ancient Ark of the Covenant
The quest to find the ancient Ark of the Covenant, created by the Hebrews thousands of years ago, not only rocked the archaeological world...
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,...
The Funniest Zoom Moments of 2020 Kept Us Sane in a Crazy Year
For all the extraordinary difficulties of the past year, the funniest Zoom moments allowed us to see the humor in amid difficulties of life.
Retsina – The 2,000-Year Old Wine Synonymous with Greek Summer
Retsina is a Greek wine with a distinctive pine and resin flavor that people usually either love or hate. It is a refreshing drink...
Avoid the Crowds on These Tranquil Greek Islands
How would you like to visit a beautiful Greek island inhabited by fewer than two hundred people? Some of the islands we are about...
Lake Melissani in Kefalonia Dazzles with Its Turquoise Waters
Lake Melissani on the Greek island of Kefalonia, also known as Melissani Cave, is among the most astonishing lakes in the world.
The Stunning Agia Triada Monastery on Crete
The Patriarchal Monastery of Agia Triada Tsagarolon (Holy Trinity), located on the Akrotiri Peninsula fn the island of Crete, was built in the seventeenth...
Five Reasons to Visit the Greek Island of Serifos
Serifos is a small, picturesque Greek island of about 75 square kilometers and is located in the Cyclades island chain.
Explore the Island of Spetses, Close and Yet So Far From Athens
Just a two-hour ferry ride away from Athens, the island of Spetses is a well-known destination for a fabulous weekend getaway.
Ten Things to Do on the Greek Island of Rhodes
Rhodes, one of the most historic islands in Greece, is one of the most visited places in the country. It is the largest island...
Cleopatra, Caesar, and a Temple in Egypt
The life and legacy of the daughter of Ptolemy XII Auletes, Cleopatra, has fascinated not only Europeans but also Arabs and Africans alike. Her...
The Byzantines: Greeks, Romans, or Both?
Byzantine society was extremely diverse, encompassing Christian Greeks, Slavs, Armenians, Georgians, Coptics, and the Jewish populations, among others, but are the Byzantines considered Roman,...
The May Day Wreath and Its Roots in Ancient Greece
One aspect of modern May Day celebrations is the preparation of a flower wreath from wild flowers against a background of green leaves
Ancient Roman Emperors Who Loved Greece
Several prominent ancient Roman emperors loved Greece and did not keep it a secret. As the Roman Empire consolidated, Greek culture, literature, politics, philosophy,...
Afghanistan’s Ancient Greek City and the Mystery of its Demise
The ancient Greek city of Ai-Khanoum in Afghanistan was discovered by accident in the 1960s, but its demise has captivated historians and archaeologists for...
Plato’s Last Night Revealed in Scroll Buried at Mount Vesuvius
The final hours of one of history's most influential philosophers, Plato, are brought to light by newly deciphered passages from a papyrus scroll that...
Chicken Shawarma Stuffed Mushrooms: A Mediterranean Take
A Mediterranean version of stuffed mushrooms dishes would be the chicken Shawarma stuffed mushrooms recipe.
Chaniotiko Boureki: Cretan Veggie Pie recipe
Boureki is a delicious Cretan veggie pie and here is our traditional recipe on how to make it
Ingredients
POTATOES 35oz / 1kg
ZUCCHINI 35oz / 1...
Gyros Street Tacos: Delicious Greek Mexican Fusion
When the most popular street foods of two of the world's most celebrated cuisines meet, the result is Churrasco-Style Gyros Street Tacos.