The vasilopita, or New Year's cake, is a beloved Greek tradition. This special bread, often flavored with mastic or orange, contains a hidden coin. Finding the coin in your slice is believed to bring good luck in the coming year, making the cutting of the vasilopita a joyful and anticipated moment for families and friends.
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The Easter pot-smashing tradition in Corfu symbolises the creation of an 'earthquake' like what occurred following the first Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
The Easter pot-smashing tradition in Corfu symbolises the creation of an 'earthquake' like what occurred following the first Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Despite restrictions, thousands gathered to watch the festivities this year.
Despite Greece's coronavirus lockdown, Corfiots marked Holy Saturday with the tradition of "Botides", where large…