Archive for March, 2009
We were now in the heart of the wild mountain region of Messenia
The plain of Messenia is the richest part of the Morea. Altho its groves of orange and olive, fig and mulberry, were entirely destroyed during the Egyptian occupation, new and more vigorous shoots have sprung up from the old stumps and the desolated country is a garden again, apparently as fair ::More
Posted in Peloponnese by Greece Travel Blog
Yanni : Greece has the cleanest water in Europe!
Yanni’s new CD, “Yanni Voices,” is released, and a tour kicks off April 10. An avid traveler who enjoys exploring other cultures, the 54-year-old musician fondly remembers trips to Japan, Thailand and Europe. But ask him about his favorite getaway, and it’s a no-brainer: ::More
Posted in Greece, Mykonos, Santorini by Greece Travel Blog
Stuffed Tomatoes (Domates Yemistes)
This Stuffed Tomatoes Greek recipe is for 6 persons Ingredients: 12 Firm, ripe tomatoes Salt, Granulated sugar 3 tb Olive oil or butter 1 md Onion; finely chopped 2 Garlic cloves; chopped 1/4 c Chopped fresh parsley 1/2 lb Lean lamb or veal, ground 1/4 c Dry white wine 1/4 c Water 6 tb Raw ::More
Posted in Meat by Greece Travel Blog
The Byzantine World travels to England
If you live in England and you can not come to Greece, you have the advantage of Greece visiting you this year, in the “BYZANTIUM” exhibition, London. If you are interested in the Byzantine creativity, the Icons, architecture, etc, you will find this exhibition rewarding.  Read ::More
Posted in Greece Abroad by Greece Travel Blog
Jeffrey Archer: My best holiday was in the Greek islands
Interviewed by Sophie Lam, Jeffrey Archer described his best holiday: “A very nice gentleman once asked me to do a big speech in America for him, and as a thank-you he gave me his yacht for two weeks. Mary and I went round the Greek islands, visiting places as and when we wished. Because ::More
