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So true! Tavli or backgammon is a great game to play with friends, family, at a taverna or at the beach! 🇬🇷

 
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So true! Tavli or backgammon is a great game to play with friends, family, at a taverna or at the beach! 🇬🇷

Too true!!.... drinking red wine,Paidhakia in the winter months....all night long with blaring Bouzoukia music 🎶!👌👋👋🇬🇷🇬🇷
 
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Here's how to play 😂😂😂😂

 
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Do you know that I never learned how to play this game? It's all around me (friends and family play) and I never knew how to play! Thanks for sharing these resources. They seem like ones I can learn from.
 
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Hello, mastichas09. Thank you for sharing. I played tavli a lot, it is a fantastic game, but it requires a lot of thinking. In my opinion, this game is similar to chess because it also depends on the strategy, but the game has a random moment, so chess is better because you don't have any random game mechanics. Along with tavli I love playing the card games like solitaire. I like playing the spider solitaire free cell or hearthstone when I'm going home from work. Usually, I play solitaire on online-solitaire sites, but if some of you have suggestions for other platforms.
 
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Too true!!.... drinking red wine,Paidhakia in the winter months....all night long with blaring Bouzoukia music 🎶!👌👋👋🇬🇷🇬🇷
Before I even opened this Tavli talk....my words exactly!!!😊😊.... Lots of red wine 🍷🥂.....Paidhakia Vevvey!😂🍷.....Khimona atmosphere..... very loud Bouzoukia and lots of polla Trela!😂😂😂
 
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I grew up seeing my uncles play it all the time, but it took me years to actually learn how to play.
 
I think it’s one of those games you can play anywhere—at home, on the beach, wherever. Lately, though, I’ve also been into online slots when I want something chill but still fun. Slot77 has some cool ones with wild themes that keep it interesting.
 
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Greek Coffee Cup Readings Question

I’ve recently become fascinated by the tradition of Greek coffee cup readings (tasseography) and would love to learn how to do it myself. It seems like such a unique and insightful practice, but I’m not sure where to start.

Can anyone recommend good resources, books, or even online tutorials that could help me get started? I’m particularly interested in understanding the meanings behind different symbols and the overall process of interpreting a cup.

I asked one of my aunties and she said she makes it up! Based on her imagination and knowledge about the person. Well, I can certainly do that but is there more to it?

How to Celebrate Name Days?

I recently heard that name days are a big deal in Greek culture—sometimes even more important than birthdays! My family has never celebrated them, so I’m curious: how do Greek families typically celebrate name days?

Do people throw parties or have a big dinner? Is there a religious aspect to it, like going to church or lighting a candle for the saint? And how do people know when someone’s name day is?

I’d love to hear what kinds of traditions are tied to name days—whether it’s a small gathering with sweets and coffee, or something more elaborate. Do people give gifts, or is it more about the social connection?

Would really appreciate hearing how your family celebrates, especially if you’re keeping this tradition alive outside of Greece!

Need Help for Learning Greek

What are some good programs to use for learning Greek? I travel to Greek enough and my Greek is very basic. I want to get better.

Can you recommend a program or method that has worked the best for you? I know everyone is different. I am considering Duo Lingo, Rosetta Stone, Pimsleur, winging it, and private tutoring.

I have a friend who knows several languages and she told me to wing it. Dive in and start using the language. But my brain is craving a lot more structure.

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What percentage of Greeks are atheists? Not just in Greece but other places

Understanding the Greek Concept of Kefi

I’ve been learning about the Greek concept of Kefi—that deep sense of joy, passion, and spirited enthusiasm for life that seems to be at the heart of Greek culture. From what I understand, it’s not just about happiness, but also about embracing the moment, letting go, and fully immersing yourself in celebration, whether it’s through music, dance, food, or even just good conversation.

I’d love to hear from those who have experienced Kefi firsthand! How would you describe it? Are there specific moments, traditions, or activities in Greek culture that bring it out the most? Do you think it’s something you can cultivate, or is it more of a spontaneous feeling?
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