Eating is undeniably a very important part of traveling to Greece. In this section of The Greek Vibe you will find all you need to know about Greek food experience, Greek eating habits and traditions, Greek specialty food products, Greek vegan and vegetarian options, ordering, and all food-related stories that make a vacation to Greece special.
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- Five Ways to Boost Your Health Greek-style
Boost your health and well-being with these five basic Greek ingredients and bring the taste of Greece to your kitchen. - What Greeks Do on Orthodox Easter
Greek Orthodox Easter is the biggest celebration in Greece marked by a mass exodus from the urban centers to the countryside. The reason lies both in faith as well as in the need for city-dwellers escape and welcome spring in the forest, the fields or on the beach. - Basil: King of Greek Herbs & Culture
There, in every Greek yard, on every porch, in every garden, on every window sill, outside the door, on every balcony – large or small, stands a proud basil plant. - How Do Greeks Drink their Beer?
For the Greek, drinking beer is a more of a summer pre-drinking outdoor activity. But how do Greeks drink their beer? - Fanouropita: A Greek Vegan Cake That Makes Lost Things ‘Appear’
If you happen to be in Greece on August 27, ‘follow your nose’ to the main church where dozens of aromatic fanouropites in honor of Agios Fanourios will be waiting to be blessed and shared. - Spoon Sweets – A Traditional Greek Dessert
Glyka tou koutaliou, traditional Greek spoon sweets, are a key part of Greek cuisine and a gesture of hospitality making a comeback as desserts and toppings - These Greek Food Products are at Risk of Disappearing
Did you know that many Greek food products & practices are in danger of extinction? Find out which products are in Slow Food’s Ark of Taste – a global effort to raise awareness to the existence of these products and invite all of us to take action, rediscover and put them back on the table. - A Great Greek Cookbook for All
The new Greek cookbook by an expert and a Greek that comes at a time when most of us are seeking answers and ways to bolster our health and wellbeing. It also carries a very important cultural value as it safeguards Greek food heritage and our Mediterranean Diet legacy. - What is a Greek Meze and How to Make Your Own
The Greek meze is meant to be enjoyed over hours: taking a sip of your drink, sitting back, enjoying the carefree moment. Taking a bite. Which means you do not dig in right away! - Great Greek Treats: Don’t Leave Greece Without Them
These 10 perfect Greek treats will bring back fond memories of your holidays to Greece and get you hankering for more. - The Greek Caper: A Culinary Marvel
All about the magnificent Greek caper: its leaf, bud and fruit are all edible and highly sought after by foodies worldwide. - The Embroidered Breads of Greece on Show in Varnavas
The European Bread Museum in Varnavas, Greece, casts the spotlight on the importance of bread in the life of the Greeks through its collection of embroidered breads or (in Greek) “ploumisto” or “kentito psomi”. - 12+1 Greek Food Products You Must Try
Bring the tastes of Greece to your table at home with these 13 easy-to-find products. - Koliva: The Symbolism of a Greek Offering Made for the Dead
In Greece we make “koliva” when a loved one dies. Each ingredient and the preparation steps carry a special symbolism. - How to Eat Vegan or Vegetarian in Greece
All you need to know about eating and ordering vegan or vegetarian foods and dishes when you’re traveling to Greece. - Vassilopita: A Greek New Year’s Cake Bearing Gifts
The vassilopita is a special cake made in Greek households to mark the beginning of a new year. Learn more about the surprises and the rules. - How to Live Long and Happy Like a Greek
15 Greek lifestyle tips that may bring health, happiness and wellbeing even if you’re in the heart of Chicago or in Greenland. - This is How to Eat a Greek Spoon Sweet
Greek spoon sweets or “glyka tou koutaliou” can be eaten in the traditional way but are also great as toppings and even dips. - 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. - 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.