Greeks consume 5.5 kilos of coffee annually per capita, putting the country into 15th position in a global list of top coffee drinkers. Probably one...

The Minoan civilization, among the earliest and most advanced societies in the Bronze Age, excelled in art, trade, and the prominent role of women. Women...

Jennifer Aniston made a lot of money from "Friends" while it was on the air, but a recent report from "USA Today" revealed the...

Whether you are looking for a warm soup to drive away the winter chill or a hearty, oven-baked meal, Greek food has some of...

Now that you have arrived in Athens, how do you enjoy all that the ancient city has to offer on a budget? It might be easier than you think.

In Chania, the famous Iordanis has been baking fresh Bougatsa - the Greek sweet filo pastry - since 1922.

Prince Philip was born at dining room table of Mon Repos, which means "my rest," and is situated on the coast of the Greek island of Corfu.

Lousios Gorge has been inhabited for centuries in Greece, mainly by hermits and monks who lived in caves. Two monasteries located near the gorge...

For those heading to the Mediterranean this summer, there can be no better way to enjoy the glimmering azure waters than with a plunge...

There are many smaller, lesser known greek islands that are the perfect escape from the crowds of tourists

Greece is well known for its thousands of beaches that are tourist magnets, bringing millions of travelers every year to the country.

A favorite tourist destination, Greece has become known as the summer capital of the world, and not without good reason.

Pythagoras is one of the most famous figures from the ancient Greek world. His life is the subject of interest to many historians, and...

A British pensioner found a 2,300 year old ancient Greek crown packed with crumpled old newspapers in an old cardboard box under his bed.

It may come as a surprise to many parents choosing a name for their child, but many of the most popular English names are actually Greek!

Since the time of ancient Rome and Greece, people have dealt with the difficult emotion of love– in all its glory and calamity –...

By Dimitris Aristopoulos Occasionally, there is discussion about how democratic Western governments truly are. Are they the type of democracy with which the ancient Greeks...

The helots, as the slaves in ancient Sparta were known, were the subjugated part of the population that actually made up the majority of...

A fun and easy to prepare snack combining three world-renowned favorites into one is the pita "pizza" muffin.

If you happen to travel to Greece during the period leading up to Easter, you will see menus and food posters that are slightly...

Treats made from Greek yogurt can add an interesting and tasty dimension. Once hard to come by outside of Greece, the country’s famed yogurt is now...

In every corner of the Greek peninsula, and on practically every table, during the Easter holidays you will find the wonderful fricassee dish. Is...