Ypovrichio: The Greek ‘Submarine’ Spoon Sweet Every summer Greeks serve the “submarine" or “Ypovrichio”? Why do Greeks love this spoon sweet? Read more at The Greek Vibe here

The 15th of August – Dekapentavgoustos, the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, along with Easter and Christmas are the most important religious celebrations in Greece. It is also known as the “summer Easter”.  According to the Greek Orthodox calendar the day marks when Mary, Christ’s mother, ascended into Heaven, and is considered a day of…

Panagia Kastriani is Kea island, Cyclades patron saint.   Panagia (Virgin Mary) Kastriani monastery is located close to Otzias beach, 12km from Kea Chora. Built on the steep hill of Kastri, in a wonderful natural environment offering an impressive view of the Aegean Sea and Andros island. According to local tradition, around 1700, shepherds found the…

Thyme rice with mushrooms and halloumi – one pot wonder One pot, a few ingredients and one delicious rice dish. Thyme and mushrooms is one of my favourite herb and veg combinations. It is so aromatic but not too overpowering. The halloumi adds another level of flavour and because of its saltiness, I don’t put…