Greek herbs
Ancient Greece
The Ancient Greek Healing Herb Mentioned in Harry Potter
Dittany of Crete is an ancient Greek herb known for its "magical" healing properties which was mentioned in the world of Harry Potter.
Dittany, known as Dictamo in Greek (Δίκταμο), is one of the symbols of Crete. It captivated ancient...
Ancient Greece
Lavender, a Greek Treasure since Ancient Times
Lavender, one of the most popular herbs in the world, has been highly valued since ancient Greek times. Moreover, it was the ancient Greeks who were the first among Europeans to study, cultivate, and appreciate this plant.
Lavender is an...
Ancient Greece
Five Ancient Greek Herbs and How We Use Them Today
Greece is known today for its herbs that are used in teas and homeopathic remedies. But did you know that there are many herbs that the ancient Greeks used that are still popular in Greece today?
The five herbs below...
Greece
Ten Greek Herbs That Can Improve Your Health
The balmy weather in the Mediterranean is the perfect environment to produce nutritious, delicious Greek herbs.
These plants that have been known for centuries and are used both in cooking for their flavors as well as in medicine for their...
Culture
Greek Ingredients Revolutionizing Your Favorite Classic Cocktails
Greek ingredients are dressing up and revolutionizing the classic typical drinks that everyone has come to know and love. Let's take a look at some of the most popular innovative fusions of Greek ingredients shaking up the drink scene.
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Business
Popularity of Greek Herbs Starts Oregano War
Greek herb smuggling is the new crime that border authorities have to fight, according to a report by NDTV.
The recent international popularity of Greek herbs seems to have neighboring Albanian thieves capitalizing on oregano and thyme, the report says.
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Greece
9 Souvenirs to Take Home From Greece
People who visit Greece always want to take small souvenirs back home, either to treat their friends and family or to remember their journey and the amazing time they had in the country.
Whether you prefer your souvenir to be food,...