Food
Ancient Greece
Meze, the DNA of Greek Food
Meze, or Mezedes are the very DNA of Greek food.
By Giorgio Pintzas Monzani
A sip, a bite, a word. For those who know the world of meze closely, you can easily find yourself in this sentence. For those who are...
Environment
Ancient Europeans Regularly Ate Seaweed
In a recent scientific report, experts have presented concrete proof that people in Ancient Europe really enjoyed munching on seaweed and freshwater plants. This curious culinary habit spanned from the Mesolithic era to the early Middle Ages.
This discovery raises...
Environment
Climate Crisis Will Change Taste of Beer, Making It More Expensive
A new study shows that the quality and taste of beer is going down, and it might become more expensive in bars due to climate change. Experts warn beer prices could rise in the future for British and European...
Food
Five Greek Bakeries Not to Miss in New York
For Greeks living abroad, it becomes a constant desire to discover flavors that make them feel closer to home. Greek bakeries in New York serve that exact purpose—to enrich people’s lives with traditional delicacies they grew up loving.
New York's...
Food
Additional Cup of Coffee Could Help With Weight Management
A recent study published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that drinking an additional cup of plain coffee every day might help you avoid gaining weight over four years. But here's the twist: if you stir in...
Ancient Greece
The First Ever Cheesecake Was Served to Ancient Greek Olympic Athletes
Cheesecake is one of the most recognizable and popular desserts. You may assume its origins trace back to France or possibly Italy, as the fluffy cream cheesecake has become a staple of traditional bakeries.
But cheesecake has a very different...
Food
Recipe: Galaktoboureko, the Most Beloved Greek Dessert
Here's a traditional recipe for the Greek dessert galaktoboureko, aka Greek milk, or custard, pie.
Greece is known around the world for its delicious cuisine, and Greek desserts are no exception to this rule. Classic flavors such as orange, cinnamon,...
Cyprus
Halloumi Cheese Makes Up 20% of Cyprus’ Exports
In the first quarter of 2023, Cyprus' halloumi cheese exports increased sharply, accounting for 20 percent of the country's total product exports. The figures, totaling €111.8 million, were revealed by Petros Xenophontos, Minister of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment...
Food
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...
Canada
The Greek Inventor of Hawaiian Pizza
Very few people know that the man who took the brave decision back in the 1960's to add pineapple to a pizza was a Greek immigrant to Canada.
Food
Agora Modiano, a Next Generation Food Market in Thessaloniki
Agora Modiano, the largest food market in Thessaloniki, is a must-see destination shaping the new gastronomic face of the city. A history rich with drama and modern innovation are interwoven in the facility itself, introducing visitors to a novel...
Archaeology
New Study Sheds Light on Bronze Age Diets
In the past, experts guessed how old tools were used by looking at old writings and hints around them. However, when it came to what people ate a long time ago, they had to make educated guesses about food...
Ancient Greece
First Food Award Invented in Ancient Greece
While it's not a Michelin star as we all know it, the first food award originated in Ancient Greece.
The Ancient Greek world was not limited to today's borders. Many cities in other Mediterranean territories spoke the Greek language and...
Food
Five Easy Summer Recipes With a Greek Spirit
Multifaceted, bright, refreshing like the waves of the Mediterranean Sea, Greek cuisine has won millions of hearts all over the world.
Traditional Greek dishes along with ancient historical sites have become one of the attractions of the country. Thanks to...
Food
Loukoumades: From the Ancient Olympics to the Present Day
Loukoumades, a favorite sweet delicacy that can be found in every Greek city, have a thousand-year history. There is even literary evidence that loukoumades were enjoyed by the ancient Greeks at the Olympics.
Many legends are associated with this popular...