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Bees Consume Honey for Healing of Infections, Longevity

Honey isn't just for gourmets, who enjoy the many nuances of flavors given to it by pine trees, orange blossoms, or other flowers all around the world. Scientists have now proven that bees consume honey not only for their...

How to Spot Fake Versions of Greek Traditional Products

Greek food has won the hearts of millions of people, and traditional cuisine occupies the top places in world rankings. Such a widespread love for Greek products has given rise to an abundance of products that are simply inauthentic. Some...

Using Greek Honey for Beautiful Skin, Hair, and Anti-Aging

The Ancient Greeks likely hold claim to being the first people to use honey as an ingredient in beauty products. Today, you will find honey in an array of beauty products from face masks and shampoo to body cream...

From Thermia to Kythnos: The Evolution of a Greek Island

The island of Kythnos in Greece, which has evolved immensely in the past few years, is also called Thermia (or Thermiá), at least since the 12th century when it was referred to as the "Bishopric of Kea and Thermia"....

Hungry Bear Devours 40kg of Honey in Northern Greece

A hungry bear made a noticeable impact on the surrounding area of Mount Paiko in Northern Greece after it was spotted feasting on honey and destroying beehives. The mischievous bear is believed to have eaten 40kg (88 lbs) of...

Greek Beekeeping Destroyed By Recent Wildfires in Evia

  Greek pine honey is now even more of a precious commodity following wildfires that have for the most part destroyed beekeeping in northern Evia. The recent wildfires charred more than 130,000 acres of forested land in Evia. It was in...

Dozens of Greek Honey, Olive Oil Producers Take Awards in London

A total of fifty-seven olive oil and honey producers in Greece were presented with awards at two prestigious international competitions, it was announced on Tuesday by the Hellenic Food Authority (EFET). Specifically, a grand total of forty olive oil businesses...