Mikis Theodorakis “My whole life and work can be interpreted and understood only in the light of the three words that nurtured me: Greece, Homeland, Freedom.” Mikis Theodorakis (Cretan father and mother from Asia Minor) was born in Chios island on 29th July 1925 passed into eternity on 2nd September 2021. An important composer, politician…

Greece’s Fanouropita: A Cake to help you Find Lost Items? By Maria Paravantes Read Maria’s full article and learn all about Agios Fanourios and the Greek Fanouropita custom on https://www.thegreekvibe.com/greeces-fanouropita-a-cake-to-help-you-find-lost-items/ Fanouropita – literally meaning a “cake that makes things appear” – is a nine- or seven-ingredient Lenten – and vegan – cake made as an…

Greek Sesame bagel rings/buns – Koulouri Thessalonikis Εnjoy your own homemade Koulouria (Greek Sesame bagel rings/buns). It is the most famous and favourite Greek street snack.  In the old days, the street koulouri sellers would also sell a triangle piece of cheese.  We thank Elena Psillia for the recipe, which Zorbabook translated following your numerous…

QUICK AND EASY GREEK CHICKEN GYRO A quick and easy Greek chicken gyro recipe. If you have ever wanted to make gyro at home but didn’t have the right equipment you have to try this baked version. You’ll definitely appreciate the flavour and texture of the gyro in the end.   WHAT IS GYRO Gyro refers…