For as long as Greece has been settled, there have been herders working the countryside. They’ve roamed across the islands and mainland, moving their flocks from the fertile plains, through the arid mountains, and into every corner of the country. It’s a part of the rich tapestry of Greek culture and has been depicted in […]
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Samothrace, also known as Samothraki, is one of the most rugged of the Greek islands, with the towering Mount Saos dominating the landscape, rising 1,611 meters into the sky. Below it and predominantly around the coastal margins of this 178 square kilometer island, lives just a few thousand permanent inhabitants. Most of them are in […]
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Sitting way up in the North Aegean, just 10 kilometers off the mainland, lies Greece’s 12th largest island, Thasos. It’s a heavily forested and mountainous landmass, often referred to as one of Greece’s greenest islands, and is known for its marble quarries and burgeoning tourism sector. They also produce fantastic honey, some of the best […]
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We made this Greek-style falafel accompanied with garlic dip on the island of Nisyros, featured in Series 4 Episode 2. Often served as a side or entree, it’s relatively healthy and full of flavour, particularly the dip. If garlic isn’t to your liking, you can also have it with hummus. Ingredients For the mix · 500g […]
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A tasty sweet as seen in Series 4 Episode 8. This is a very simple recipe with minimal ingredients and cooking time. It’s fantastic to have with a Greek coffee on the side. Just don’t eat too much of it, because it’s not exactly the healthiest snack….but it sure is delicious! Ingredients · 1cup sugar · 2 […]
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