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I've recently developed a keen interest in Byzantine history and its remarkable cultural heritage. Having read that Thessaloniki has a rich tapestry of Byzantine monuments and sites, I'm reaching out to this knowledgeable community for some insight. I'd love to hear anyone's experiences in...

I've been planning an itinerary for my upcoming trip to Athens, and I've always been fascinated by the historical significance of Marathon. Considering its role in ancient history and the famous battle that took place there, it seems like a place that might be worth a visit. However, I'm on the...

What do you consider the best street food in Greece? Are there any specific dishes or local delicacies that you dream of having again? Also, if you have recommendations for particular places or vendors, that would be fantastic! Here's what I've got on my list so far: Souvlaki Gyros Loukoumades...

Thank you to your advice, I am looking into staying in Pyrgos or other inland place that is slightly "off the beaten track" in Santorini to minimize some of the frustration of being in the crowds. We will be traveling during peak season. Does anyone have an advice as to where to stay? As...

My wife and I are going to Santorini soon. We usually stay with people, but they don't live on the caldera like this. I thought it would be a nice treat to stay somewhere for a few days that his this kind of a view! I know there are some great caldera-perched places in Oia. I know they're...

I visited this village once maybe eight years ago and I want to go back. I have some notes about the things to do there. I am wondering if anyone has any thoughts. Did I miss anything? I want to take my family there because I found the place to be really beautiful. Stroll the Waterfront...

Believe it or not, I find skiing in Greece to be pleasant. I know Greece isn't thought to have a climate good enough for skiing, but it's good enough. I have to go to Greece soon, and this is one of my favorite places to ski: The resort offers outstanding skiing opportunities for all skill...

I am learning how to do some clay pot cooking. I am gathering information about it: Clay pot cooking is a method of cooking that uses a clay pot to slowly cook food. This technique is highly popular in Greece since it helps to preserve the flavors and aromas of the food. The gyuvetchi is a...

I found out about an old family recipe that involves creating a fire and burning a clay cooking vessel in the fire. It was scratched in an old family cookbook in Greek. I finally translated it and I found some footage in Greece online of people cooking this way. I don't live in Greece and I...

One thing I like to do is serve grilled vegetables. I take vegetables and skewer them - veggies like bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and whatever else I have that can get skewered. When I am grilling other things, I throw these on the grill for a quick side dish. Once I skewer the veggies, I...

All the braised lamb shank I have ever eaten has fallen off the bone - and that is why it is so delicious! So, I tried to make it thinking it would be foolproof. Something went wrong - it was tough and rubbery. I am wondering if it is something I did, or if maybe the lamb was a bit tougher...

Greece actually has a bit of a skiing scene. I didn't realize this until recently! There appear to be a handful of ski resorts. Did I miss anything? Parnassos Ski Resort - Located near the historical town of Delphi, Parnassos Ski Resort is one of Greece's largest ski resorts, catering to skiers...

I grill all year - I leave the grill in my garage and wheel it out when I want to grill, even if I have to wheel it over ice. It's just so fun, and the foods remind me of summer. Ingredients: - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes - 1 large red onion, sliced - 1 large red...

I love grilling. I started making a marinade with these ingredients that I find I can use with a lot of different meats when I want a "Greek" flavor. I also use it for souvlaki: - 1/4 cup lemon juice - 1 garlic clove, chopped fine - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano - 1 teaspoon salt - 1/4 teaspoon...

I love to watch documentaries about Ancient Greece. I find a lot of content on YouTube but some of it was just created by users and I am not sure the credibility of the sources. I watched this one recently and wanted to share - it is from the History Channel:

My wife and I are going to Greece in a few days. We both like to shop (her more than me) but we've never actually had enough time in Athens to explore the shopping. Where should we go? Someone told us Monastiraki is a good choice, but are there other places? We'll have a few days to poke around.

I am studying up on some Greek Mythology. I am making a list of key stories to look into and get to know. Can you think of anything I may have missed: - Prometheus gives mankind fire - Anything related to the Minotaur - I plan to read the Iliad and the Odyssey - How medusa turned into a monster...

I am flying into Athens soon. I know I want to visit the Temple of Poseidon. In looking into the area, though, it seems like there's a lot more to do than I thought. For example, I saw pics and there's a nice resort in the area... Should I maybe consider staying in this area? Is there enough to do?

So, how do people grill in Greece? I have seen different situations, many of them improvised. To people use mostly charcoal in Greece? Wood? Do they even use propane? In terms of the look of the grill, I have seen outdoor clay ovens, improvised grills in metal tubs, I have seen Greeks cook on...

I will be in Athens and I want too spend some time at the Temple of Poseidon in Sounio. We will be staying near (or in) Glyfada - I forget where. I was told you just need to take a taxi or something? I won't be renting a car and plan to just take the metro and taxis while in the city. It...