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...
Holy Thursday Commemorates Last Supper in the Greek Orthodox Church
Holy Thursday and the Last Supper is the culmination of the Divine Drama in the Greek Orthodox Church: The last day of Jesus Christ on earth
Louis Tikas: The Greek-American Symbol of Labor Rights
As the leader of the Ludlow miners Louis Tikases went on strike over the inhumane working conditions at the Rockefeller mines.
The Fascinating History of Greek Loukoumia, or Turkish Delights
Greek loukoumia, or Turkish delights, hold an important place in the world of Greek sweets.
The Battle of Marathon Saved Western Civilization 2,500 Years Ago
In September of the year 490 BC, just 42 km outside of Athens, an army of brave Greeks saved their city from the invading Persian army.
Ouzo, The Spirit of the Greek Summer
The anise-flavored drink Ouzo is deeply connected with the nation of Greece. It is simply the spirit of Greek summer which no one can copy.
Lake Plastiras: Greece’s Idyllic Man-Made Lake that Looks Like Switzerland
Lake Plastiras, located in central Greece, is known as "Little Switzerland" for its idyllic landscape that resembles the Swiss Alps. The stunning blue lake...
Did Goliath the Philistine Really Exist?
The most famous individual Philistine in history is undoubtedly Goliath. He was the warrior who appears in the Bible as the enemy of the...
10 Breathtaking, Little-known Greek Islands
The Greek islands are well-known for their natural beauty. Some of them are synonymous with summer vacations and are extremely popular tourist destinations worldwide....
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...
Winter in Greece: A Traveler’s Guide to Visiting in the Cooler Months
Greece is known for its beautiful summers, but travel in the country is beautiful no matter the season -- you just need to know where to go!
A Guide to Irresistible Peloponnese, Greece
The Peloponnese is a picturesque region in southern Greece. Steeped in history, culture, and breathtaking natural beauty, it is the ideal destination for an...
The Four Beautiful Seasons of the Olive Groves of Greece
Olive oil is one of Greece's most historically and culturally significant exports. Throughout the seasons, olive trees change.
Kaimaktsalan: The Winter Mykonos of Greece
Palaios Agios Athanasios or Tsegani is a traditional village at the foot of Mount Vorras or Kaimaktsalan, on the Piperitsa summit, next to Lake Vegoritida in Western Macedonia.
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...
Toursi: The Greek Pickles
Pickles, kimchi, toursi: all names for one of the oldest known preparations. Pickles are a culinary tradition almost all over the world, thanks to...
Kalitsounia: Sweet Cretan Pastries Recipe
Kalitsounia is an amazing cheese-filled sweet pastry traditionally made on the Greek island of Crete. Here's our authentic recipe:
For the filling:
• SWEET MIZITHRA OR...
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...
Tsoureki Rolls Recipe
Tsoureki Rolls, the raisins and cinammon filled Greek sweet bread rolls are usually prepared in Greece for Easter, but are great throughout the year....