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Shaping Clay, Shaping Self: What a God Taught Me in Athens
I wasn’t looking for a spiritual moment when I signed up for a sculpture workshop in Athens. I just thought it would be something cool...
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The Bread, the Betrayal, and the Bells of Vathi
My name is Despina. I’m 63 now, though most people in Vathi still call me “To Koritsi tou Fournou”—the baker’s daughter. It’s not untrue. My father, Giorgos, ran the old stone bakery down by the harbor for over forty years, and I was the one waking up at four each morning to light the ovens and knead dough long before the roosters found their voice. But if that’s all they remember of me, let me now confess the rest, because there is more to the scent of bread than yeast and f
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The Kiosk, the Acropolis, and the Secrets I Never Sold
They call me Antonis, and I’ve run the same periptero—a tiny kiosk—on a corner of Koukaki for nearly 34 years. Most passersby barely...
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Salt in My Veins, Secrets on the Wind. My Lemnos Never Let Me Go
My name is Sofia, and I was born with wind in my hair and saltwater in my veins. That’s what my grandmother used to say, every time she...
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The Olive Pit and the Marble Soul: A Paros Confession
My name is Marina. I’m 35, born and raised in Paros, though for a few restless years I tried hard to deny it. You know how some islands...
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The Old Bells of Asklipio: A Confession from a Stubborn Son of Rhodes
My name is Nikos, and I was born in Asklipio, a small inland village tucked in the southern folds of Rhodes. Most tourists come here for...
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The Day I Closed My Shop and Opened My Soul. A Confession from Skiathos
My name is Katerina, but everyone in town just calls me Rina. I’m 57, I own a small linen shop tucked away in the backstreets of Skiathos...
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The Hidden Map in My Father's Olive Grove
I don’t know if it was the salt in the air or the way the wind rustles the silver leaves of the olive trees, but something about Parga...
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The Goat, the Grave, and the Olive Tree: A Cretan Confession
My name is Yannis, and I live in the village of Archanes, nestled in the hills south of Heraklion. People know it for the wine, the old...
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Oregano, Betrayal, and Bougainvillea: My Corfiot Confession
My name is Eleni, and I live in a house wrapped in bougainvillea and memories, in the village of Lakones on the island of Corfu. They say...
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I Left the Wedding Dress in the Cave: A Love Story with Santorini
I never planned to stay in Santorini. I came for a wedding. Mine. And then I stayed for something completely different. I am Sophia, and...
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Life on Ikaria: A Teacher’s Perspective
I’m Petros, and I’ve spent my entire life on the island of Ikaria. As a local teacher, I’ve come to appreciate the unique rhythm of life...
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What you can learn from Greek resourcefulness
The vibrant tapestry of Greek culture is enriched by a unique mindset that shapes the way modern Greeks navigate daily life. Known for...
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Seasonal Tourism Dependency: How Greece Can Become a Year-round Destination
Greece is globally known for its sizzling summer holidays, where travelers flock to its islands for sun, sea, and souvlaki. But what...
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Living in Thessaloniki: a Day in My Shoes
As someone who was born and raised in Thessaloniki, the rhythm of this city runs deep in my veins. My name is Helena , and I'm a digital...
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Athena in the Modern World: The Professor of Wisdom
The lecture hall buzzed with the quiet energy of anticipation. Sunlight filtered through wide windows, casting gentle streaks of gold on...
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Even gods must pay here!
In the heart of modern Athens, amidst the hustle of the Monastiraki Flea Market, a tall man in a linen shirt and sandals moved with...
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The captivating Corfu Traditions
When you set foot on the lush island of Corfu, you’re not just entering a picturesque paradise but diving headfirst into a vibrant...
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The Magic of the Greek Summer: a Family's Journey to Paradise
There's something incredibly special about the Greek summer. Having just spent ten glorious days in this stunning country, I can honestly...
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The greek way of thinking
The greek way of thinking is deeply rooted in the Greeks' history, culture, and philosophy. The ancient Greeks were known for their...
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The 5 most important benefits from Cretan cooking
Make 2023 the year when you add CRETAN CUISINE to your day-to-day diet. And if, apart from the exquisite tastes of Cretan cooking, you...
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The traditional craft of pottery-making in Greece
Pottery-making is an ancient art that has been practiced for thousands of years, and Greece is renowned for its rich tradition in this...
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The 5 most important Greek traditions
Here are the 5 most important greek traditions and customs, according to our viewpoint. Greek Orthodox Religion: The Greek Orthodox...
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10 tips on how to SURVIVE your holidays in Greece
Planning your next holidays to Greece? Here are 10 easy tips on how to survive them. 1. Learn a few basic phrases in Greek: Knowing a...
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