All posts from North Aegean Islands
Greek Lamb Kleftiko
Greek Lamb Kleftiko – The classic “Stolen meat”. Kleftiko, translating to 'stolen meat' in Greek, is a dish reputedly created by the Klephts or Kleftes, bands of rebels who engaged the Ottomans in the mountainous regions, during the 14th to [...]
Mastic Gum from Chios Island
Chios Mastic Gum: The Secret and Emblematic Product of Chios Island. Legends, traditions, religions, places, voyages, people and cultures compose the myth of Chios mastiha. Mastic gum - or mastiha in Greek - is a 100% natural Greek product, offered [...]
Samos Archaeological Museum
Samos Archaeological Museum & the colossal Kouros sculpture. A Kouros statue, standing 4.75 meters tall and crafted between 580-560 BC by a Samian artist from grey-veined marble, was likely sourced from the Manolates quarries near Karlovasi on the island's north. [...]
Kokkari village, Samos
Kokkari, the small charming former fishing village in Samos, is a popular coastal resort known for its picturesque architecture and relaxed atmosphere. It has developed quite a bit, offering modern amenities such as hotels and restaurants. I would definitely recommend [...]