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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...

I love pastitsio, but I’ve run into a practical problem, the traditional recipes make a lot of food. Even using a standard 9×13 pan ends up being more than I really need, especially when I’m just cooking for myself or one other person. Sometimes I just want enough for dinner (maybe with one...

I’m planning a trip to Greece and currently weighing Kefalonia against some of the other Ionian Islands, and I’d love to hear from people who’ve visited more than one. I’m trying to understand how Kefalonia compares in terms of overall feel, things like pace, scenery, beaches, towns, and how...

I’m Greek and cook at home a lot, but lately I’ve realized I keep rotating through the same few ladera dishes. Fasolakia, for example, is something I make all the time. But I’d really love some inspiration to branch out a bit while staying within that beautiful olive-oil-forward, vegetable-based...

I might go to Mykonos next year, and the only thing giving me pause is the wind. I know the island is famous for the meltemi, but I keep reading completely different opinions about when it’s at its strongest. Some people say July is brutal, others say August is worse, and a few claim June can...

Horiatiki in Greece is by far the most common salad, and it really doesn't include lettuce. Note that I have seen some versions with a little lettuce in Greece, it's just not common there and lettuce is highly seasonal. That being said, I have had delicious, lettuce - based salads in Greece...

It's colder out now, and I have been motivated to cook! I make yiouvetsi all the time. It’s one of my favorite comfort dishes and I always use beef. There’s just something about the slow-cooked, tomato-rich sauce that pairs perfectly with tender beef and orzo. It fills the whole house with...

This is one of my absolute favorite Greek dishes and I’ll be honest, I’m terrible at making it myself! Every time I try, the eggplant either turns out too oily or the onions never get that sweet, caramelized flavor I remember from the real thing. I’ve had so many versions over the years, such...

I’m starting to gather ideas for a possible late fall trip to Rhodes and one thing I’d really love to explore is the local wine. I’m Greek and have been to Greece many times, but never to Rhodes, so I’m not familiar with the island’s wine scene at all. I’ve read that Rhodes has a long tradition...

I’ll be in Athens soon and I’m especially excited to see the Parthenon lit up at night — I’ve heard it’s magical when it’s glowing above the city. I’d love your tips on the best places to view it after dark. I’m open to rooftop bars, scenic streets, or quiet local spots where you can just sit...

I’m curious, did you enjoy Greek food growing up? I mostly did, but I’ll admit there were some dishes I just couldn’t get into as a kid. Moussaka and pastitsio always felt too heavy or rich to me back then. I’d skip them at family gatherings, even though everyone else raved about them! On the...

I’m of Greek descent and have visited Greece many times, but I’ve always stayed in one place or traveled by bus and ferry. This year, I’m thinking of doing something different, renting a car and exploring the mainland! I’d love any tips or advice from those who’ve done it before. Are the roads...

I’m hoping to get some advice from anyone who’s made hortopita or spanakopita without cheese. A family member recently developed a dairy intolerance, and I’d love to be able to make a pie she can enjoy too. Traditionally I use feta or mizithra, so I’m a bit unsure how it will turn out without...