Eating in Greece is an essential part of traveling the country and understanding Greek culture. In this section, I share everything you need to know about the Greek food experience: from traditional Greek eating habits and local food traditions to must-try Greek dishes, specialty food products, vegan and vegetarian options, and practical tips on ordering food like a local. Discover the food stories that will turn your vacation in Greece into an authentic culinary experience.
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- Beautiful Greek Wedding Traditions Made Easy
Planning a Greek wedding? All you ever wanted to know about Greek wedding traditions, the symbolism, meaning and the history. - Savor Greece? Authentic Greek Recipes Made Simple
Love Greek food? Meet friend Chef Tony Kavalieros and discover 77 traditional Greek recipes made simple, authentic dishes anyone can cook. - Petimezi: The Health-Boosting Natural Sweetener from Greece
Looking for a natural sweetener? In Greece, we often use petimezi, a Greek molasses. This is all you need to know. - How to Enjoy Coffee Like a Greek
The unwritten rules and the art of drinking coffee in Greece. The secret? It’s all about sharing and being present. - How to Drink Ouzo, Raki or Tsipouro
Tried and tested tips on how to enjoy Greece’s favorite ‘spirits’ ouzo, raki, or tsipouro like a Greek by a Greek. - Fystiki Aeginis: The Fabulous Greek Pistachio
Every year the Greek island of Aegina celebrates its most prized specialty food product: the fine “Fystiki Aeginis” or Aegina pistachio. - All You Need to Know About Greece’s Unique Retsina Wine
The ultimate guide to the Ancient Greek retsina wine and all the reasons why you should definitely taste it during you trip to Greece. - Tested Places to Find Vegan or Vegetarian Foods in Athens
Great places in Athens, where vegans and vegetarians can find the best plant-based and dairy-free dishes prepared with the freshest ingredients and flair. - Greek Honey: A Divine Gift of Health
From health experts and chefs to royalty and gourmands, everyone admits Greek honey is special. Find out all you need to know. - All The Wonderful Reasons Why You Should Visit Cyprus
Looking for a vacation that combines sea, sun, great food, affordable prices, genuine experiences and serene mountain getaways? Visit Cyprus. - Tsiknopempti: The Ultimate Greek BBQ
What is Tsiknopempti and the ultimate tips on how to host the best Greek BBQ. Start grilling! Carnival is here! - Meet A World Famous Greek Raisin
The Greek raisin: juicy, tangy and sweet! This naturally sun-dried tiny wonder unique to Greece is also known as the Corinth currant. - A Pomegranate Full of Wishes for Greek New Year
It is tradition in Greece to smash a pomegranate on the first day of the New Year because it brings abundance, good luck and prosperity. - Travel to Greece from Your Home in 7 Easy Steps
Dreaming of Greece but can’t make it yet. No worries. You can always bring a bit of Greece into your heart and home with these 7 easy steps. - The Greek ‘Panegyri’ and Why You Shouldn’t Miss It
If there’s one thing you should absolutely NOT miss when visiting Greece, then that’s the Greek “panegyri” – a special summer festival. - All About Greek Avgotaracho: Messolonghi’s Luxury Bottarga
All you need to know about ‘avgotaracho’ or Greek bottarga from Messlonghi. The ultimate guide to buying, eating and enjoying the specialty food product. - Melitzazz: A Famous Greek Eggplant and its Festival
The Melitzazz Festival held in Leonidio is ideal for foodies. Every year it pays tribute to the Tsakonian eggplant, a protected Greek product. - All You Wanted to Know About Greek Beers
Greek beer? From Mt Olympus to Santorini, beer lovers in Greece are making some pretty great Greek craft beers. This is all you need to know. - Ypovrichio: The Greek ‘Submarine’ Spoon Sweet
The “Greek submarine” or “Ypovrichio” is a white chewy sweet flavored with vanila or mastiha and served on a spoon dipped in a long glass of crystal cold water. - Hands-on Learning About Food Traditions on Crete
Long before the world understood the importance of culinary legacies, their impact on health and wellbeing, community prosperity and local economies, this US-born dreamer made her way to Crete and set up a humble refuge.