One of the greatest female figures of Greece in the 20th century, Melina Mercouri passed away on this day in 1994 at the age of 74. Here is her story.
In almost every Greek city you will find ancient monuments, sculptures or building remains that are evidence of the grand historical past of the country. Many of these monuments are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, not just because of their majestic architecture or their antiquity, but also because of their contribution to modern civilization, society, art and sciences.
There has been a global feta shortage after a TikTok recipe for Greek bougiourdi (baked feta) pasta went viral. We present to you the original recipe and hope you enjoy.
Last month, TikTok users celebrated International ‘Uunifetapasta Day’, cooking for their families and boosting feta cheese sales all around the world.
A new study finds that Ancient Greek, if taught from a young age, can help in the development of the brain and cure symptoms of dyslexia.
A teleconference aimed at informing the organisers and participating parties about the evolution of the synergies between Greek and American Universities was held. This was in the framework of the cooperation program…
The Russian-Greek Intergovernmental Commission for Economic, Industrial and Scientific Cooperation will hold a teleconference on March 18, Greek Foreign Ministry spokesman Alexandros Papaioannou said. Miltiadis Varvitsiotis and Vitaly Saveyev, Russia’s Minister of…
Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias will go to Cairo and Nicosia on Monday. This visit will come days after Ankara announced it was ready to start talks with Cairo on Mediterranean zones. A…
A healthy baby girl was born today by caesarean section at the General Hospital of Corfu despite the 29-year-old mother being diagnosed positive for COVID-19. Mother and baby are in good health…
Stefanos Tsitsipas has done it to reach the Rotterdam semifinals. Greece’s star secured a 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 victory over Russia’s Karen Khachanov. Stefanos Tsitsipas pledges to donate €3,000 for every doubles win with…
Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias announced Greece’s readiness to assist United Nations efforts in Syria. Following a phone conversation with Geir Pedersen, the United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, Dendias went to Twitter…
The famous National Geographic magazine has dedicated its latest edition to Greece. “Greece. Discover the wonders of the mainland: unspoilt peninsulas, ancient ruins, vibrant cities and mountains steeped in myth!” adorns the…
The Greek economy is resilient despite the hit made by the pandemic in 2020, pointed out Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis in a tweet after an announcement made by ELSTAT. According to the…
Giannis Antetokounmpo has received the nod from renowned star, LeBron James for a spot in this year’s National Basketball Association (NBA) All Stars’ Game this weekend. This means Antetokounmpo will again rank…
A study by the University of Athens on nearly 5,000 members and students found that almost 50% of those with antibodies against the novel coronavirus had not shown any symptoms and did…
Entries are open for the Athens Photo World (APW) Award 2021. Photographers living and working in Greece and/or Cyprus can submit their ongoing or complete project of photojournalism or documentary photography, created…
UK newspaper The Telegraph recently highlighted 15 “perfect” Greek islands readers should put on their post covid-19 travel bucket list. Titled “Which is the perfect Greek island? Here are 15 of our…
Ferries at the port city of Thessaloniki will sail to north Aegean islands from March 6 until June 5. Starting on Saturday March 6, “Blue Star Mykonos” will sail off from Thessaloniki…
Swiss International Air Lines recently announced it will launch new services in Summer 2021, including to Santorini. The popular Greek island of Santorini will receive two non-stop flights a week from 19 June. SWISS will also be introducing…
The President of the Hellenic Republic Katerina Sakellaropoulou on Thursday addressed the European Parliament on gender equality and women’s key role in the fight against Covid-19. During the debate, held with the participation of MEPs…
There has been a global feta shortage after a TikTok recipe for Greek bougiourdi (baked feta) pasta went viral. We present to you the original recipe and hope you enjoy.
Last month, TikTok users celebrated International ‘Uunifetapasta Day’, cooking for their families and boosting feta cheese sales all around the world.
UK newspaper The Telegraph recently highlighted 15 “perfect” Greek islands…
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When is Greek Orthodox Easter 2021? Greek City Times answers…
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Dimitris Papandreou was born March 3, 1891, to a very…
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Although there are many who consider Tselementes the ultimate authority on Greek food (the word “tselementes” is still used today to mean “cookbook”)
In an interview with 1in.am, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan assessed…
From Thessaloniki, Greece, Christos Delantonis is a name synonymous with success and luxurious design in the global automotive industry.
As Vehicle Line Manager, Christos has been responsible for the lavish, ergonomic and aerodynamic designs of the McLaren Automotive supercars.
In December 2020, the European Union signed a landmark trade…
Apart from Cyprus, here are the 10 cities around the world that have the largest populations of Greek people.
The Nord, Blue, Turk, Yamal and South Streams, as well…
Hellenic College Holy Cross and Stockton University Commemorate the 200th Anniversary of the Greek Revolution: The Greek Revolution (1821-29) Through American Eyes
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Elena Tsagrinou has released her 2021 Eurovision song “El Diablo”.…
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The celebrated Greek statesman Pericles is credited with ordering the design and construction of the Parthenon between 447 and 432 BC as a temple for Athena—the goddess of wisdom, arts and literature and war. Still dominating the modern city of Athens, the Parthenon is a magnificent testimony to the glory and renown the city enjoyed throughout antiquity. Pericles had made no idle boast then when he emphatically stated that ‘…we shall be the marvel of the present day and of ages yet to come.
There has been a global feta shortage after a TikTok recipe for Greek bougiourdi (baked feta) pasta went viral. We present to you the original recipe and hope you enjoy.
Last month, TikTok users celebrated International ‘Uunifetapasta Day’, cooking for their families and boosting feta cheese sales all around the world.
Although there are many who consider Tselementes the ultimate authority on Greek food (the word “tselementes” is still used today to mean “cookbook”)
In Greece we know our wine. Winemaking in Greece’s fertile lands dates back to over 4,000 years, with some of the currently most popular producing regions being Aegean Islands (namely Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Lemnos, Samos), the Ionian Islands, Peloponnese, Sterea Ellada, Epirus, Thessalia and Macedonia – more or less everywhere. Read on to learn about six of the best varieties and the top five wine bars in Athens according to our personal experience and research!
Thesauri is one of the world’s precious few companies involved in sturgeon farming and caviar production and the only such enterprise in Greece. An exclusive handcrafted delicacy that has been recognised by leading luxury brands over the globe including Moet & Chandon and La Prairie, Thesauri Greek caviar is now available in Australia for the very first time. Greek City Times finds out about the history of caviar that dates back to Ancient Greek times and what makes this Greek brand so special.
Stefanos Tsitsipas has done it to reach the Rotterdam semifinals.…
Giannis Antetokounmpo has received the nod from renowned star, LeBron…
Stefanos Tsitsipas outlasted Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz on Thursday in three…
Greece’s Maria Sakkari stormed into the quarterfinals of the Qatar Total…
In a clash of heavy hitters, Tsitsipas brothers Stefanos and…
Last weekend’s ‘Stin Ygeia Mas Re Paidia’ was dedicated to…
enélope Cruz graces the cover of Marie Claire Greece’s March…
Elena Tsagrinou has released her 2021 Eurovision song “El Diablo”.…
To the dance floor please… Ada Nicodemou and Aric Yegudkin.…
Giorgos Mazonakis proved that snow wasn’t going to stop him…
UK newspaper The Telegraph recently highlighted 15 “perfect” Greek islands…
Swiss International Air Lines recently announced it will launch new services in Summer 2021, including to…
The Australian government has extended Australia’s emergency travel ban amid…
On Sunday, the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority issued an aviation…
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The love for Greek cultural heritage and a desire to share it with the whole world led to the creation of Greek brand SOPHIA, now being sold worldwide including at the iconic Louvre and British Museums.
Italian luxury fashion house Versace debuted ‘Versacepolis’ over the weekend, which was iconic in so many ways.
Inspired by the recognition that Kastellorizio’s once thriving culture was being lost and scattered, Nick Bogiatzis’ latest book ‘Kastellorizian Jewellery. A Dispersed Archive of a Past Culture’ provides an absorbing and informative insight into the island’s jewellery.
Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Aegean Sea’s ‘holy island’ Patmos is one of the most peaceful and majestic destinations in Greece, where Saint John the Theologian wrote both his Gospel and the Apocalypse around 95AD.
In the northeastern part of Corfu, one finds an impressive…
“The Butterfly” is currently being built in Vouliagmeni, a seaside…
Embodying the philosophy of eco-emotional intelligence, the €25 million Metropolitan Sea Airport of Elefsina that has gained the attention and praise of the international architecture community is set to open its doors next year.
When Steve (Skevos) Tsoukalas arrived in Sydney in 1964 at the young age of 19, he was filled with awe when he first saw the Opera House. Little did he know that his incredible connection with the Opera House would still be enduring over 50 years later.