Greece is one of the top culinary destinations in the world. If you are wondering what to eat in Greece, these are ten typical dishes worth trying. Greece, due to its long history and its geographical position between the West and the East, has a distinct culinary tradition. Recipes from ancient Greece and Byzantium are…
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Karytaina – The mediaeval village of Arcadia
#uniquedestinations Karytaina (Καρύταινα), with a long history lost in the mediaeval years, is a hidden treasure in the centre of mountainous Arcadia in the Peloponnese (Greece). Although mountainous Arcadia is generally a favourite weekend getaway for Athenians, Karytaina, 20 km from Stemnitsa (Στεμνίτσα) and 20 km from Megalopolis (Μεγαλόπολις), remains relatively unknown to most and…
Halloumi – A gastronomic treasure of Cyprus
Halloumi or haloumi (Greek: Χαλούμι) is widely known as traditional cheese from Cyprus (Κύπρος), although it is produced and in other regions (basically in the Middle East). It is a semi-hard cheese that can be grilled or pan-fried. It has a white colour and its important feature is that it does not melt at a…
Where to taste the best traditional pies in Athens
There are many places in Athens that make pies of all kind. It is impossible to visit them and try them all. In this article we will focus only on places that according to our taste have the best traditional Greek pies. What characterises a traditional Greek pie (pita / πίτα in Geek) is its phyllo…