Greece
Ancient Greece
The Ancient Roots of Greek Souvlaki, the World’s First Fast Food
Many would think that souvlaki is a type of street food originating from the many years of Ottoman rule in Greece, but this is not true.
Ancient Greece
The Ancient Roots of Greek Souvlaki, the World’s First Fast Food
Many would think that souvlaki is a type of street food originating from the many years of Ottoman rule in Greece, but this is not true.
Economy
Fast Food and Beauty Salons Thriving in Economic Crisis
Fast food restaurants and beauty salons are the businesses thriving in Greece during the economic crisis, as revealed by a secret survey.
The survey was conducted by a Task Force for Greece in partnership with the European Commission in four...
Greece
Souvlaki: The Origins of Greek Fast Food
Greece is well known for its delicious cuisine and healthy Mediterranean diet, but what about its fast food? Everyone who has visited the country has tasted at least once the famous “souvlaki” or “souvlaki with pita” or “pita gyros,”...
Culture
Varvakios: The Grand Food Market of Athens
The Varvakios central market in Athens, located at Athinas Street, which connects Monastiraki to Omonia, is a monument to Greek produce, where every possible food under the sun is bought and sold.
Varvakios is a slice from traditional Greek daily life,...
Culture
Foodies Alert: 5 Best Traditional Santorini Dishes to Try
When tourists visit the Greek Island of Santorini, they are often surprised by the unique traditional dishes that are served by the locals at tavernas and restaurants.
Culture
Meze: Small Greek Dishes that are Perfect for Food Lovers
In Greece great food isn't hard to come by; however, have you ever considered making a meal out of delicious Greek meze, or small plates, and accompanied by the perfect complimentary Greek drink?
Meze, or mezedes in the plural, can...
Greece
Ten Greek Superfoods You Need In Your Diet
Greek cuisine is full of nutrient-rich superfoods.
Greece
Vegan Diet Has Deep Roots in Traditional Greek Food
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The vegan diet, which is a huge trend across the globe, has deep roots in traditional Greek food experts say.
Greece
The Science Behind Greek Food’s Amazing Healthy Properties
Greek food is often considered among the most healthy cuisines in the world, as it is linked to the Mediterranean diet, which has been proven to have countless health benefits.
The Mediterranean diet is the utmost example of a diet...
Greece
Ten Delicious Greek Foods You Must Absolutely Try
Greece is undeniably home to some of the best, and healthiest, food to be found anywhere in the entire world.
Culture
Food Tourism in Athens: Exploring Greek Culinary Traditions
Greece is a culinary tourist’s paradise, with a surprising variety of traditional cuisine for such a small country. For visitors who want to start in Athens, Greek Liquid Gold investigated three popular food tourism destinations that provide access to...
Greece
Ten Foods Not To Miss While In Greece
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by Katrina Hatchett
When traveling, one of the things you are bound to look forward to the most is the food. There are so many different tastes and smells and spices around the world; life is certainly too short to...
Greece
Gyros to Attain EU Certification, Recognition as a Greek Food Item
Gyros, one of Greece's most recognized food specialties, is officially recognized as being Greek and its a ministerial signature away from attaining Traditional Specialties Guaranteed (TSG) status, based on European Union regulations.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Food has fast-tracked the...
Greece
For Food Lovers, a New Gastro Hotel Opens on Crete
Right in the heart of Heraklion, the vibrant capital of Crete, a new concept in hospitality is bound to open their doors to a whole new idea in cultural travels, Legacy Gastro Suites. Everything is ready for visitors to...