by Rebecca Thorne | Aug 14, 2024 | Greek Culture
If you are in Greece on August 15th, you are in for a treat! It’s a very special day for the Greek people and the Greek Orthodox Church. This national holiday dedicated to the Dormition of Virgin Mary celebrates Mary’s death and her burial before rising to Heaven....
by Katrina Paraskevopoulos | Aug 16, 2021 | Greek Culture, Greek Myths, Greek Recipes
August is here, which means the juicest figs are ripe and ready to be enjoyed. Figs are a large part of the wonderful Greek diet. They have been apart of Greek culture and diet since ancient times. The fig tree and it’s fruit have also been a part of several...
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