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I’m hoping to visit the ruins of Ancient Corinth on a future trip to Greece, and I’d like to learn more about the history before I go. I always find that I appreciate archaeological sites more when I understand what I’m looking at and know some of the stories behind the ruins. For those who...

I’ve noticed that everyone seems to make spanakopita a little differently, especially when it comes to family recipes passed down through generations. I’d love to hear how your family makes it! Feta seems to be the one cheese that is always included, but do you add any other cheeses to the...

I might be going to Kefalonia sometime this summer, and I’d love some advice from people who know the island well. Right now I’m still in the early planning stage, but I keep hearing how beautiful the beaches and villages are, especially places like Fiskardo and Assos. I’m trying to figure out...

Do many people still make homemade Greek soups during the summer? I was thinking about this earlier because I usually associate soups more with colder weather, but growing up, soup still showed up at the table sometimes even in warmer months. Things like avgolemono, fasolada, or lighter...

I’ve been to both Thessaloniki and Athens, but it’s been a while, so I’m trying to refresh my memory a bit. Someone I might be traveling with this summer asked me how the two cities compare, and I realized I wasn’t sure how I’d describe it now. I remember Athens feeling bigger, more intense...

When I grill Greek-style, I usually serve everything with tzatziki on the side, souvlaki, chicken, even just some bread and vegetables. For me, it’s not really optional. It kind of ties the whole plate together. That said, I’ve noticed everyone seems to have a different tolerance for garlic...

I’m starting to plan a possible trip to Greece with my family, and Thessaloniki is high on my list. I’ve always been interested in the history there — Byzantine sites, Roman ruins, Ottoman influences — plus the food scene seems incredible. It feels like a city with a lot of character compared to...

I’ve been thinking lately about how easy it is to fall into a routine with Greek food. I make the usual things, grilled meat, salads, maybe a pie now and then, but it hit me that there are a lot of traditional dishes that used to be part of everyday life that almost nobody makes anymore. I’m...

I was talking with a friend recently who’s been to Corfu many times, and it sparked an interesting question. It’s been over 30 years since his first visit, and he realized he can’t quite remember what his initial impression of the island was anymore. Not what he thinks of Corfu now, but how it...

Living near the coast has always shaped how I think about Greek food, and seafood is one area where the range feels especially deep. Beyond the familiar fried calamari or grilled octopus, there are so many dishes that feel tied to specific places, seasons, and habits around the table. I’m...

I’m starting to plan a possible family trip to Crete next summer, and I’d love some advice from people who know the island well. What are the best beaches in Crete for families? I’m looking for places with calm water, easy access, and not too much walking from the car, basically somewhere...

I absolutely love the flavor cinnamon brings to Greek savory dishes, but I’ve always been curious why it’s used so often. In most Western cooking, cinnamon is associated almost entirely with desserts, yet in Greek recipes it appears in meat sauces, tomato-based stews, moussaka, pastitsio...

Everyone talks about Santorini sunsets, but honestly, I’ve seen some breathtaking ones in Mykonos too, and I’m hoping to find even more on my next trip. I’ve watched from Little Venice with a cocktail in hand, but it gets so crowded that it’s hard to really enjoy the moment. I’m wondering where...

I’ve seen so many variations of makaronia me kima (Greek spaghetti with meat sauce), and the biggest debate always seems to be about cinnamon! Some people say it’s essential for that warm, distinctly Greek flavor, while others leave it out entirely, saying it makes the sauce taste too sweet...

I night be planning a trip to Rhodes soon, and I keep hearing about how beautiful Mandraki Harbor is — especially for an evening stroll. I’ve seen photos of the deer statues at the entrance and the line of old windmills along the water, and it looks absolutely magical. I was wondering if anyone...

Gemista has always been one of my comfort foods. I absolutely love making them. My go-to version is the classic style: hollowed tomatoes or bell peppers stuffed with a mix of rice, ground meat, onions, garlic, herbs, and spices, then baked until they’re soft and full of flavor. I usually tuck a...

I’ve been reading bits and pieces about ancient Greek philosophy, and I keep coming across references to Plato’s Academy, supposedly the first institution of higher learning in the Western world. I know it was founded by Plato in Athens around 387 BC, but beyond that, I’m a little fuzzy on the...

I’ve been enjoying lamb kleftiko for years, both out at restaurants in Greece and making it at home — but it only just occurred to me to wonder about the name. From what I know, “kleftiko” literally translates to “stolen” in Greek, which seems like an odd word to attach to such a beloved dish...

I’ve been to Athens a handful of times now, but oddly enough, I’ve never really brought a proper camera. Just the occasional phone snap. Next time, I want to change that — I’m going all in with my gear and planning my trip around photography, especially ancient sites. Obviously, the Acropolis...

I’m trying to master homemade Greek fries, you know, the kind that are golden, crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and loaded with oregano and sea salt. I’ve had them in tavernas in Greece and nothing I’ve made at home comes close. I’ve tried both russets and Yukon Golds, but I’m not...