Advanced chemical analysis has identified 2500-year-old honey in ancient Greek pots from a Paestum burial shrine near Pompeii, revealing insights into ancient religious practices.
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Chamomile is one of Greece’s most popular teas and this much-loved herb is also used…
Turkey, the world’s second-largest honey producer, is facing a crisis of counterfeit honey. Recent raids have uncovered tons of adulterated product, raising concerns about the industry’s reputation and potential health risks. Industry leaders are calling for stricter regulations and increased enforcement to combat the widespread problem, which is fueled by economic pressures and inadequate oversight. Concerns are also growing about the export of fake honey, potentially reaching consumers in Europe and beyond.
Today is National Baklava Day. To celebrate, we share a recipe from Greek-American television personality Maria Menounos, passed down from her mum.
They’re hot, fluffy and crisp, usually drizzled with honey and cinnamon or chopped walnuts, while in a more modern rendition they’re dipped in luscious melty chocolate. That’s right we are talking about Loukoumades!
“Greek Breakfast” is an initiative by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels that aims to incorporate…
A delicious version of chickpeas with tomato and honey. The Cretan xinomizithra enhances the taste…
Today is National Baklava Day. To celebrate, we share a recipe from Greek-American television personality Maria Menounos, passed down from her mum.
Greek products – from varieties of honey, yogurt, handmade pasta and rusks to organically grown…
They’re hot, fluffy and crisp, usually drizzled with honey and cinnamon or chopped walnuts, while in a more modern rendition they’re dipped in luscious melty chocolate. That’s right we are talking about Loukoumades!
A hungry bear at the foot of Mount Paiko in northern Greece made his presence…
A massive honey fraud has been revealed by the European Commission. “A significant proportion of…
And today is National Baklava Day. To celebrate, we share a recipe from Greek-American television…
Chamomile is one of Greece’s most popular teas and this much-loved herb is also used…
Old wives tales never cease to amaze me, but God love our Greek grandmothers!
What comes to mind when you hear the words ‘sweet pastry’, ‘honey’ and ‘nuts’? BAKLAVA!…
Greek Halva (Χαλβάς σιμιγδαλένιος) is a semolina pudding that is sweetened with syrup and studded with nuts and raisins. Its semisweet, nutty flavour and crumbly, fluffy texture are what make it a uniquely delicious treat.
There is great wisdom in the age-old belief that all we need to heal and…
Kyriakos Malathounis has been working with bees since he was five-years-old. Eighty-two years later, at…
“Keenkies,” says owner Yiannis Chronopoulos, “is a pun between the word ‘kinky’, meaning something unusual…
They’re hot, fluffy and crisp, usually drizzled with honey and cinnamon or chopped walnuts, while in a more modern rendition they’re dipped in luscious melty chocolate. That’s right we are talking about Loukoumades!
Chamomile is one of Greece’s most popular teas and this much-loved herb is also used…
What comes to mind when you hear the words ‘sweet pastry’, ‘honey’ and ‘nuts’? BAKLAVA!…
Fourteen studies by Oxford University experts compared treating patients with honey against ‘usual care’ –…
Loukoumades – They’re hot, fluffy, and crisp, usually drizzled with honey and cinnamon or chopped…
Vikki and Helena Vikki and Helena, sassy twins born in South Australia. The girls learnt…
By Despina Karpathiou For as long as one can remember, our Greek ancestors have been…
Greek olive oil and honey producers are leading the way on a global scale,…
It doesn’t really matter whether it’s winter or summer, these days the common cold seems…
