Recent content by dpappas87

I might be visiting Corfu next year, and one of the things I'm most excited about is exploring the Old Town. I've seen pictures of the narrow streets, colorful buildings, little squares, and Venetian architecture, and it looks like the kind of place where I could happily spend hours wandering...

I've been making Greek lemon potatoes for years, and it's one of those dishes I make completely by feel. I don't measure anything, and I never really thought about how I make them because it's all second nature to me. Recently, I tried teaching someone how to make them. Everything seemed...

I’ve been to Santorini quite a few times over the years, but somehow I’ve never done any real hiking there. On my next trip, I’d love to change that and experience the island from a different perspective. The obvious choice seems to be the Fira-to-Oia hike, but I’d love to hear from people who...

Every summer, I seem to end up with more zucchini from the garden than I know what to do with! Of course, in Greek cooking there are plenty of good options, but I’m always looking for new ideas once I’ve made the usual favorites a few times. I tend to use zucchini for kolokithokeftedes, briam...

I'm thinking about spending a full week in Mykonos on a future trip, and I'd love some itinerary ideas. I've visited the island before, but only for short periods, mostly during cruise stops, so I know I've only scratched the surface. With a full week, I'd like to slow down and experience more...

Thank you for the tip - that makes sense. I was in Mykonos once for a cruise stop and I also found it to be confusing. I should have taken an excursion.

Now that tomatoes are at their peak, I've been trying to think of more traditional Greek dishes that really let fresh, ripe tomatoes shine. Of course, horiatiki salad immediately comes to mind, but I know there have to be plenty of other favorites that make the most of summer tomatoes. I'd love...

I’m heading to Mykonos for a week and trying to decide if renting a car is worth it for at least a few days. Normally when I travel to Greek islands, I like walking and using buses when possible, but this trip might be a little different. The apartment we rented looks beautiful, but it’s a bit...

My family used to make Greek fried bread all the time when I was growing up, and I’ve been trying to recreate it recently. The flavor is there, but mine keeps turning out soggy instead of crisp on the outside and soft inside like I remember. I’m wondering if I’m using too much oil or maybe not...

I’d love to hear everyone’s memories of Greek traditions from childhood, especially the small everyday things that may not even seem unusual until you look back on them later. For me, some of the strongest memories are tied to food, church, family gatherings, name days, holiday preparations...

And a few years later, this is still one of my favorite ways to get around in Santorini!

The last time I was in Greece, I ended up talking with a shepherd for a while, and I’ve been oddly fascinated by the conversation ever since. He explained a little about what his day is like when he’s out with the sheep for long hours in the mountains, and he mentioned the food he brings and...

I’ve recently started learning more about Greek mythology, and I keep coming across the story of Persephone and how it’s connected to the arrival of spring. The idea that her return from the underworld brings life back to the earth is really fascinating to me, especially how it ties into the...

For me, it’s all about the classics that show up every single year without fail. Tsoureki is a big one, the smell alone feels like Easter morning. I always look forward to koulourakia too, especially the ones everyone snacks on all day without even thinking about it. In my family, someone also...

I’m starting to plan a trip to Mykonos and one of the things I’d really love to experience is a beautiful sunset, but ideally somewhere beyond the most crowded, obvious spots. I know places like Little Venice are famous for sunsets, but I’m wondering if there are quieter locations that still...