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    Visiting the Minoan Palaces on Crete Question

    I am planning a trip to Crete, specifically to explore the ancient Minoan palaces, which have been on my bucket list for years. I've always been fascinated by the history and myths surrounding the Minoans, and I'm eager to see the remnants of this great civilization first-hand. However, I want...
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    Learning Greek While in Mykonos?

    I've recently embarked on the exciting journey of learning Greek, motivated further by an upcoming trip to the beautiful island of Mykonos. Given the rich culture, stunning landscapes, and the warm hospitality native to this region, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to immerse myself...
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    Traditions associated with Greek coffee?

    When I visit people in Greece, it usually involves Greek coffee, a cold glass of water, and whatever sweets there are around - like Loukoumi, spoon sweets, fruit.. it seems like it's all about hospitality and spending time together, while sharing the bounty of what you have. One time, a yiayia...
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    Method for making Greek coffee

    I only recently learned how to make Greek coffee. I wanted to share but it's hard to explain. I found a video that I like!
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    Information about caving at Melissani Cave

    I'm thinking of visiting Melissani Cave over the summer when I am in Kefalonia. I thought I'd share some information I found about it: Melissani Cave is a hidden gem of Kefalonia, a Greek island situated in the heart of the Ionian Sea. This naturally occurring underground wonder was discovered...
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    Greek Cabbage Salad Recipe (Lahnosalata)

    I have been craving cabbage lately, particularly a nice Greek-style cabbage salad, the way my family makes it. So, I decided to try to make it just like my mom did. Here's the recipe I used - it was delicious. Cabbages are in season now, I believe. They do well in the colder weather...
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    Advice for Taking a Ferry in Athens in Winter?

    I am in Athens for a little while, enjoying the city. I pretty much just got here and will be here through January. I would like to visit some of the nearby islands for some day trips, but am a bit intimidated by the ferry. I have taken the ferry in the summer, but never winter. What do you...
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    Should you come to Athens in the winter?

    This is all great advice! I absolutely adore walking through the neighborhoods and through the National Garden. And you're right, there's no reason why the restaurants and cafes would be closed! It seems, too, that if I wanted to do something touristy, like go to the Parthenon, that it could be...
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    Should you come to Athens in the winter?

    I have never been to Greece in winter and I was considering it. I found this video - it was very informative! Thought I'd share:
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    Street corn like in Greece?

    One of the things I like to eat on the street in Greece is the street corn. I have been trying to replicate making it at home because I grill all the time. I can find corn year round, but I admit that it tastes so much better when the corn is in season. Anyway, when I first started doing this...
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    Need Packing Advice for Greece for December

    I truly had no idea that Athens got that cold! Fascinating. I have only ever been in summer or fall. Thank you!
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    Need Packing Advice for Greece for December

    I am going on a short trip to Athens, Greece in a few weeks ... I have no idea what I am doing. I truthfully have only ever gone to Greece in the summer! I looked up the weather, it says low 60's Fahrenheit. I am trying to picture it. I am usually so warm in Greece! I am thinking to pack a...
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    Beach Weather Year Round in Greece?

    Peak season is over, and I might need to go to Greece in a few weeks. I have never been at this time of year. Is it still beach weather in the Athens area? I know it might still be beach weather in Crete, but I am not sure I will have enough time to get down there. The weather is getting cold...
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    Unexpected Spices Used in Greek Cuisine?

    Sometimes when I eat Greek food I taste some unexpected spices, like cumin or even hot pepper (like a hot paprika - the Hungarian stuff). Is this common in traditional Greek cooking? I was on Crete eating some sort of a turnover with greens, and it had cumin and and that hot paprika stuff in...
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    Greek Dishes that Use Hot Pepper?

    This is a good idea, thanks! Except I have had some hot food in Greece but I know what you mean, it's always been a bit more subtle than what I think of when I think of hot food. Even the red pepper dip isn't all that spicy.
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    Greek Dishes that Use Hot Pepper?

    I love hot pepper. I am having some buddies over to watch football over the weekend and I want to serve some Greek foods that are on the spicier side. What do you suggest? I know the roasted red pepper and feta dip has hot pepper. I can't think of anything else. Of course I could also grill...
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    Seeing Ancient Greek Artifacts in the United States...

    I just recently visited the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and bumped into a Greek exhibit. It was very cool... Whenever I am in a museum in the United States (or outside of Greece for that matter) I don't really think about seeking out the Greek artifacts. The exhibit at the MFA was really...
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    Greek Fava Dip - Recipe and Advice?

    I had "Greek Fava Dip" once and it was delicious. It was kind of like hummus, but was green and had the flavor of herbs and lemon. I think I might have tasted some mint? Does anyone know how to make it? Can you use yellow split peas? I like the flavor of those better. Also, many recipes I see...
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    Greek "Dips" for a Barbecue

    I like this idea! Thank you
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    What is dating like in Greece?

    I am curious - what is dating like in Greece? The reason I ask is I have a younger cousin, college age, who is spending the whole summer in Greece. She's been meeting Greek men over there who have been interested in her. She expressed that she is having a difficult time figuring out the right...
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