Greek culture
Ancient Greece
What the World Can Learn From Greece’s Passion for the Arts
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The Greek model of supporting the arts is both old and ongoing; it embraces difference and internationalism and believes art is the cornerstone to civil society. We should learn from that model.
Greece
The Island of Sifnos, Unassuming Gem of the Western Cyclades
Sifnos, one of the islands of the Western Cyclades, is a balance of beautiful beaches, nightlife, pristine white villages, low-impact tourism.
Australia
Antipodes Greek Culture Festival in Melbourne Postponed
For the second year in a row, the Antipodes Festival/Lonsdale St Greek Festival has been postponed due to the pandemic. The Festival was scheduled for 5 and 6 March.
Traditionally taking place in the historic Lonsdale St Greek Precinct it...
Culture
What is the National Dish of Greece?
The country known for its delicious cuisine simply could not choose one dish to represent it.
Culture
Bringing Folk Music from Rhodes into the Modern Age
Nikos Tzellos, a young musician from Rhodes, has made it his mission to revive the folk music of his island for the modern era.
Culture
The History and Tradition of the Greek Dance Zeibekiko
The zeibekiko requires an inner intensity, as it is an improvised movement that expresses the feelings of the individual who gets up to dance.
entertainment
Is Lizzo Tarnishing Ancient Greek Culture with New Video?
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The new music video by Lizzo has been accused by some in the social media as appropriating, pilfering and sullying Greek and Roman art.
The American singer, whose real name is Melissa Viviane Jefferson has sparked debate around the theme of...
Culture
How Greek Are You? Take The Quiz
Growing up Greek outside of Greece sets you apart from others, like it or not. There are just so many things that define Greeks and growing up in a typical Greek family.
You think you are Greek and up on...
Diaspora
The Comeback of Greek Festivals in the US
After a year spent social distancing, how wonderful it is to see that a number of Greek festivals are taking place once again in the US.
Greece
The Best Greek Islands for a Quiet Vacation
A holiday to the Greek Islands can be so many different things: adventure, a beach break, a trip back in time, or a week-long party.