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I'm planning a trip to Crete and, as an enthusiast for the quaint and the serene, I'm on the lookout for those off-the-beaten-path villages that captivate with their charm. I’ve heard that Crete is sprinkled with hidden gems, where one can truly soak up local culture and history amid idyllic...

I'm planning a trip to Agios Nikolaos in Crete, and I'd love to hear from anyone who has experience traveling there. It looks charming - I am basically here with a group of friends who wanted to see the area. I have been to Crete but never to this particular place, so I just want to get a feel...

I know a lot of people who want to start cooking Greek food but are intimidated. I want to help them out by brainstorming a list of "easy win" foods to get started making. Here's what I have - do you have anything to add? Greek Village Salad (Horiatiki) Tzatziki Greek Lemon Chicken Greek...

I'm in the process of planning what I hope to be an unforgettable family vacation to the beautiful island of Kefalonia. With its stunning landscapes and inviting sea, I can't think of a better place to spend quality time with the family. However, as we all know, not all beaches are created...

I'm currently planning a trip to the beautiful island of Corfu and have heard that it's a paradise for hikers and nature lovers alike. With its stunning landscapes, the Ionian sea's mesmerizing views, and lush trails winding through ancient olive groves, I'm eager to explore some of the island's...

I've been thinking about Athens and how it's the birth of democracy. I wondered if other societies had experimented with the concepts or if Athens was unique? Does anyone know? I know that there's been some evidence that other societies experimented with community leadership, but none had a true...

For all of you who know a lot about Greek cuisine, how did you learn? For me, I learned from a combination of my family, with recipes handed down, and from cookbooks to fill in the gaps. My yiayia was straight from Greece and she taught me everything she knew. She didn't really teach me on...

I do something similar to this. Do you know that sometimes I find that adding a splash of red wine vinegar changes the flavor a bit? I mostly use lemon juice, as well, but the vinegar is good, especially if I add some red pepper flakes to increase the heat.

I would personally love to learn about the life of Alexander the Great! The Persian Wars are also pretty fascinating. Thanks for sharing this!

I love making boiled greens in the Greek way. With my healthy eating resolutions, I thought I would put together an explanation of how I make it: First, choose the greens for your recipe. The traditional greens for Horta are dandelion, nettle, mustard, and chicory greens. You can combine them...

I am on a healthy eating kick - happens to me every year after the holidays! It feels like a reset, but Greek food is so delicious it puts me in a happy place anyway. I am brainstorming a list of healthy meals. Grilled Greek Chicken: Marinate boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a mixture of...

I am doing some preliminary research on the beaches of Spetses ahead of a trip I will be taking next year. It's a small island and one that is easy to access from Athens. So, this is a good choice. It also seems really pretty. Here's what my research has pulled up: Agia Paraskevi Beach: Pretty...

Thank you! These are some great suggestions... I am curious to know more about the beaches. Do you have any information about it?

I am visiting Spetses next year in early September because my family wanted a quick escape from Athens, but we are spending a few nights. Heard the beaches are fantastic on Spetses and that there are some other things to do. Does anyone have any recommendations? Here are some beaches my...

I have someone in my party who will be coming to Greece with me next year who has sleep apnea. They have a sleep machine. I have actually heard horror stories about how difficult it is finding the water that goes in it - I think it's distilled water. I am problem solving to help this person...