From protecting heart health to boosting nutrient absorption, olive oil is one of nature's most valuable foods. Experts explain why quality, storage and the way we use it can make all the difference
We visited Saray to meet the people who have kept its beloved flavors unchanged for 58 years
Sweet, juicy peaches and apricots are the unmistakable flavors of a Greek summer. Make the most of the season with three irresistible recipes—from homemade apricot jam to a fruit tart and a comforting peach cobbler
Gather friends, pour a glass of Greece's iconic anise-flavored spirit and bring the flavors of the sea and countryside to your table with these easy summer meze recipes
Greece’s culinary traditions offer a powerful reminder that seasonality, zero waste, and respect for ingredients have been at the heart of cooking for centuries
A few days ago, the already successful homemade healthy meals created by chef Dina Nikolaou found a permanent home in a charming new restaurant in Athens' Ambelokipi district. The goal? To show us what takeaway food should really be
JD Vance, RFK Jr. and other officials swear by a diet of grass-fed meat and fermented foods, even when the sulfurous odors cause friction at home
For generations of Greeks, stuffed vegetables have been more than a meal—they are a vessel for memory, family, hospitality, and the stories that define summer
Kypseli Municipal Market will be brimming with booths selling handmade creations, ceramics, food and more
From authentic Syrian falafel to Neapolitan pizza, two neighborhood favorites reveal why Kypseli remains one of Athens’ most exciting food destinations
A wonderfully aromatic dish where sweet dried apricots meet tender lamb, while crunchy almonds add their own distinctive flavor and texture
What began as a leap of faith for two young graduates in northern Greece has grown into a flourishing farm supplying edible flowers and herbs to chefs, pastry makers and bartenders across the country and beyond
According to the WHO, biological hazards—including bacteria, viruses and parasites—were responsible for the overwhelming majority of foodborne illnesses, causing around 860 million cases in 2021.
In Greece, barbecue is more than grilling meat — it is a slow-burning social ritual built around glowing coals, shared plates and conversations that linger long after the fire dies out. Here is how Greeks master the art of the perfect balcony barbecue
With 80-hour fermentation, authentic Bavarian baking traditions and breads rooted in German heritage, Varia has quickly become Kolonaki’s newest culinary hotspot
At the Bakogiannis dairy shop in Athens, sheep’s milk, traditional yogurt and handmade kaimaki ice cream are still made the old-fashioned way — with recipes, techniques and principles preserved across three generations
The French basketball star came to Athens for Olympiacos — but his love affair with souvlaki, feta and syrup-soaked desserts has turned him into an unlikely ambassador for Greek food culture
A group workshop hidden within Greece's capital reimagines cooking into a shared social dining experience
In the heart of Kypseli, one historic pastry shop continues to preserve the flavors, elegance and memories of old Athens through its legendary almond cake and timeless sweets.
From silky eggplants and tender green beans to okra simmered in olive oil, Greece’s beloved “ladera” dishes capture the soul of Mediterranean home cooking