Greek Food

Greek Koulouri Bread May Be a Healthier Street Snack Than Many Realize

A new study finds that Greek koulouri bread, the sesame-crusted ring sold on street corners across Thessaloniki, packs more nutrition and flavor science than its humble reputation suggests. The study, led by Maria Irakli of the Institute of Plant Breeding...

Santorini Wine Production Plunges After Years of Heat and Low Rainfall

Santorini's wine production has dropped sharply after three years of drought and record heat, with grape harvests falling from 2,756 tons in 2022 to about 551 tons last year, according to local winemakers. The Greek island, known for its volcanic...

How Greece’s Women Olive Farmers Are Transforming Tradition

The positive impact of women olive farmers in Greece stems from their ability to overcome structural challenges, achieve profound personal fulfillment, and support their communities. By Lisa Radinovsky, editor of Greek Liquid Gold As the United Nations celebrates the International Year of the Woman...

The Gravity-Powered Winery That Revolutionized Santorini’s Wine History

In the late 1940s, the inauguration of the Venetsanos family winery in Megalochori marked a watershed moment for Santorini, signaling the end of the pre-industrial "kanava" (traditional cave cellars) era. The mastermind behind this revolutionary project was chemist-oenologist Georgios Venetsanos....

The World’s Best Pizza Margherita Is Served in Athens! Greek Pizzeria Triumphs in Milan

Forget Naples. Forget New York. For 2026, the absolute best Margherita pizza on the planet is being tossed and baked right in Athens, Greece! At The Best Pizza Awards, the culinary world’s most prestigious ranking for pizza excellence, held last...

Ancient Greeks and Romans Were Prone to Healthy Eating Habits

Modern day awareness of healthy diets and fat-free foods for fitness is nothing new; it was the same case with the ancient Greeks and Romans who emphasized the importance of healthy eating habits. In ancient times, philosophy and medicine were...

How to Make Byzantine Cheesecake: A Homemade Honey and Fresh Cheese Dessert

Have you ever thought you could pull a cheesecake out of your modern oven that’s as old as the Eastern Roman Empire itself—a dessert so familiar that a Byzantine monk, a merchant in Constantinople, or a court official in...

From Waste to Wellness: How Crete’s Avocado Crop Is Fueling a Zero-Waste Future

In the fertile landscapes of western Crete, avocados have become one of the region’s most dynamic crops, and one local entrepreneur is proving that even imperfect fruit can become a symbol of sustainability, innovation, and social impact. By Isabella Zampetaki On...

Kythera: The Tiny Corner of the World That Banned Salt Gathering

If you visit Greece’s island of Kythera and are tempted to try to sneak away with some of its famous sea salt, think twice—it’s considered stealing, and the island takes this offense quite seriously. The Kythera property law is not...

How Ancient Athens Protected Its Precious Olive Groves

The olive tree in Ancient Athens was safeguarded by strict laws, highlighting its role as a sentinel of Athenian prosperity and identity. In the 6th century BC, the revered legislator Solon, credited with laying the foundations of Athenian democracy, enacted...

The Summer Fruits Greeks Wait All Year to Eat

When it comes to fruit, Greece has among the most delectable fruit anywhere on the globe with an assortment of fresh fruits that is second to none, particularly during the summer. Fruit, full of antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, not only...

Scientists Reveal the DNA Secrets of Greece’s Feta Cheese

Scientists decoded the DNA of the famous Greek feta cheese, according to the Academy of Athens. Recently, scientists from the Biomedical Research Foundation of the Academy of Athens studied a wide variety of feta cheese produced all across the nation of...

The 72 Breads of Ancient Greece You’ve Never Heard Of

The ancient Greeks used to make a wide variety of breads, as they considered it to be of great importance in their eating habits. Wheat, considered a gift from the goddess Demeter, was highly valued by the Greeks, who particularly...

Skiathos Revives Its Winemaking Legacy

The island of Skiathos in Greece, renowned for its picturesque beaches and vibrant atmosphere, is reviving its ancient wine production as it gains recognition as a gastronomic destination in the Sporades. Mayor Thodoris Tzoumas has highlighted the island’s unique culinary...