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For an immersive Byzantine history experience in Corfu, visit the Old Fortress, a remarkable example of Byzantine and Venetian fortification. Explore the Byzantine Museum housed in the Church of Antivouniotissa, showcasing exquisite religious icons and artifacts. The Angelokastro Castle, perched...

Definitely floral is a no no unless it's all black and gray tones. It's a somber day. If you won't wear it to a funeral, don't wear it to that service. It's also a pretty dressy occasion. If you wear something casual you'll feel out of place.

When pairing Greek food and wine, consider the regional harmony between cuisine and local wines. For seafood dishes like grilled octopus or shrimp saganaki, try a crisp Assyrtiko from Santorini to complement the ocean flavors. For rich lamb dishes, such as moussaka or souvlaki, opt for a robust...

Let's see I'd have olives, tomato products (tomato sauce, paste, diced tomatoes), a variety of canned and dried legumes like lentils, navy beans, fava, gigantes, and chick peas, and important herbs and spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, oregano, thyme, etc. I also make sure to have pasta, rice...

I would do the Samaria Gorge personally. If you don't want to hike the whole thing, go to the village at the end - I think it's called Agia Roumelli - you'll need to take the ferry - and hike in from the other side to just see the gorge part.

That sounds amazing! I sometimes dial back on the honey syrup and drizzle chocolate in between the nut layers then I halve the honey syrup and drizzle melted chocolate over the baklava after it comes out of the oven and after letting the honey syrup settle. It has to be dark chocolate or it...

The Museum of the Macedonian Struggle in Thessaloniki is dedicated to the history and cultural heritage of Macedonia, focusing on the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It showcases artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the struggle for Macedonia's liberation from Ottoman rule and...

There's some good restaurants on the bottom I am pretty sure - there's a nice fish taverna. These places (or it might just be one place) seem to specialize in seafood. Believe it or not, I like the food on Santorini!

These are good recommendations I heard great things about all these places. I like museums that you can cover all the items quickly.

I don't like the variations! I like the gyro composed in a traditional way. However, sometimes I like some fries in it! I see that in Greece and I took the tradition home with me.

I bet if we look hard we can find some modern influences. For example, the stories are still being told today - like as is the case with takes like Percy Jackson and Hollywood's popularization of Heracles (Hercules). Also for some reason, my grandmother always mentioned Hestia! I find it...

I have never been! Hopefully someone will chime in. From the photos, it looked like there was not much there and I would personally rather visit Orthodox religious sites with my time in Greece. I love learning about mythology from an historical perspective, but not more than I love learning...

This is some great insider advice! Thank you for sharing your experiences! It seems to me like the Plaka might be catering to tourists, as opposed to giving a truly modern Greek authentic experience. Great advice about seeing a concert at the theater - I bumped into one of those once on one of...

This looks delicious. My recipe is similar but I don't like dill. My family recipe uses mint! It's yummy with mint - my great grandparents brought a mint plant over from Greece and it's growing unhinged in my yard. LOL. So I have plenty to pick when I want to make it. Also, I dry it for use in...

Kefi is similar to the French concept of joie de vivre - sense of joy, exuberance, and zest for life. It also extends beyond the physical; it's also a state of mind. It's about finding pleasure and fulfillment in the simple things in life, whether it's savoring a delicious meal, sharing stories...