Reliving the Dream in Oia, Santorini
This past summer I had the pleasure of visiting Santorini, the “jewel of the Mediterranean” and this was my second to the island with the first one being back in 1988. During my stay on the island, I was always asked if this was my first time and I told whoever asked me about my […]
Let’s Eat, Massalia, Nea Fokea
One day, on the way back from a day at the beach near Paliouri, Halkidiki, we headed back up the peninsula of Kassandra and stopped in at Nea Fokea, a town just south of Nea Potidea. Nea Fokea is one of the older towns in Halkidiki and it’s where Massalia is located. Massalia is the […]
Let’s Visit Santorini
This past summer was one of the most memorable (all trips to Greece are memorable) but anytime one visits Santorini – it’s special. Santorini has been called the “Jewel of the Mediterranean”, arguably one of the prettiest islands in the region. It boasts lots of sunshine, traditional architecture throughout the island, a sophisticated tourist industry […]
The VorOina in Thessaloniki
Each September, the Wines of Northern Greece organize the VorOina. This is an annual wine tasting that takes place on the port of Thessaloniki. Wine afficionados get to sample over 30 of northern Greece’s wines while enjoying a breathtaking view of Thessaloniki’s waterfront. The evening was warm with a light breeze and the wine at […]
Pilgrimage to Inner Mani
I believe that every Greek should visit each corner of Greece, get to know/understand where other Greeks came from, learn their story and see their patrida from their perspective. My family is from towns in Florina, that’s northern Greece and less than an hour away from Greece’s border from former Yugoslavia. Place your finger on […]
Mastiha Dinner in New York
This past Saturday was one of the most anticipated evenings, preparing for a Greek Supper Club in Manhattan. Here’s the setting: Upper East Side of Manhattan, a cozy restaurant called Amali being the venue and over 50 guests bought seats to try out my food. MY FOOD! The idea to do this dinner in New […]
Journey to the Land of Xinomavro
No, I am not talking about some far off province of China but today’s post centers on Xinomavro, an ancient Greek varietal that literally translates to “sour black”. Considered the most commonly grown grape in Greece, this wild varietal is very popular with those who drink it and those who make it. No one Xinomavro […]
Big Fat Greek Dinner in Buffalo, New York
Last weekend will be a very memorable one. For the first time I took my Greek Supper Club concept to the western New York area and cooked another Big Fat Greek Dinner. There were some similarities to the menu and some new items as well! The sold-out (50 guests) dinner took place at the recently […]
The Lancaster Smokehouse
Torontonians and those in/around the GTA would be be wise to head over to the 519 (area code) and pay a visit to another one of Kitchener-Waterloo’s gems, the Lancaster Smokehouse. Owner Chris Corrigan took over the historical tavern and turned into a BBQ joint that hits your nose as soon as you enter…BBQ! The […]
Bantis Bougatsa in Thessaloniki
Did you know that 70% of vacationers factor in food when deciding where to travel? So, it comes as no surprise that many choose Greece as a travel destination and one of the purposes of this blog is to bring you (the reader) closer to the Greek cuisine. Some want to relive the sights, aromas […]
