Greece is scrambling to protect its economy as Trump’s tariffs send shockwaves worldwide, with the Governmental Economic Policy Council meeting on April 7, 2025, to craft a defense strategy. While exports like feta and olive oil face direct pressure, a potential EU slowdown and global recession threaten tourism and trade, prompting Prime Minister Mitsotakis to prioritise national stability amid escalating tensions.
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Clean Monday (Greek: Καθαρά Δευτέρα), also known as Pure Monday, Ash Monday, Monday of Lent…
Olives are a staple on family tables in savoury dishes, pies, salads, cheese and cold…
It is estimated that a total of 800-1000 kg of fruit will be collected, and…
Bunches of green and black olives fill the stalls of the local market and the…
Kalamon olives, Amfissa olives, and Cretan olives are some of the varieties we find in…
The internet is buzzing with advice about oils, from what you should cook with to which oils promise better skin and hair. Let’s debunk some popular myths, especially those related to extra virgin olive oil.
“Olive cultivation is the eternal circle of life for us. There is no beginning or…
Very aromatic, with a rich tomato sauce, these baked potatoes are perfect to accompany grilled…
The Greek name “Elia Vouvon” (Greek Ελιά Βουβών), the Monumental Olive Tree of Vouves is…
Spicy calamari is another perfect recipe to enjoy, whether or not you’re fasting. Materials for…
This delicious Cypriot pie honours olives and olive oil in the best way and is especially…
Squid with black olives, pine nuts, and raisins is an easy and quick dish for…
Love of food and family are intertwined in Greek culture, so it seems impossible to…
Clean Monday (Greek: Καθαρά Δευτέρα), also known as Pure Monday, Ash Monday, Monday of Lent…
Whilst packing up and moving the Greece may be the ideal, a more realistic option for significantly better health would be to look for ways to incorporate the Mediterranean diet into our every day life.
Kalamata olives are only found on the Peloponnese peninsula in southern Greece and have been…
Ancient Greeks used olive oil in its purest form for softer, shinier hair and to…
For 2023, the 20th CEUCO Congress was concluded with great success and attendance, including that…
Workers from the north of Greece are in Crete. The owners of olive groves find…