14 July, 2019
A guest arriving at a Greek home should expect an overwhelming array of traditional welcoming treats that will be presented upon their arrival, from coffee and cookies to cakes, homemade liqueurs, loukoumi and more.
09 July, 2019
Steeped in history and lapped by the Mediterranean sea, Greece is home to some of the finest ingredients in the world. Sample them in a traditional Greek dish along with a glass of ouzo.
01 July, 2019
The Greek Fir Honey is one of the rarest products all over the world. Its impressive pearl-amber colour, the characteristic metallic highlights and its extremely thick texture make it special. It is spicy and it tastes like toffee while the flavours of the various flowers and the fir that are given off, constitute a real feast of tastes and colours.
29 June, 2019
Mastiha is the treasured gem of the Aegean, a sweet, clear crystal from the aromatic resin of the Mastic Tree. This tree is extraordinarily rare and only grows in the southern part of the Greek island of Chios, in the eastern Aegean.
11 June, 2019
What is raw honey? It’s a pure, unfiltered and unpasteurized sweetener made by bees from the nectar of flowers. Most of the honey consumed today is processed honey that’s been heated and filtered since it was gathered from the hive. Unlike processed honey, raw honey does not get robbed of its incredible nutritional value and health powers.
08 May, 2019
Results of a recent scientific study of mice at the University of Louisiana at Monroe suggest oleocanthal rich extra virgin olive oil deserves to be designated a "medical food." Researchers led by Dr. Amal Kaddoumi demonstrated for the first time that this type of olive oil can treat symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease in mice when used in their daily diet. Written by Lisa Radinovsky from Greek Liquid Gold
24 September, 2018
Greek Recipe Pasta with Heirloom Tomatoes, Halved Olives, Feta & Olive Oil can be served with a side dish of crispy green salad or a tomato salad.
22 September, 2018
A delicious and easy pancakes recipe that is fast to get on the table and better tasting when combined with honey or marmalade for extra zest.
09 September, 2018
The heart of a Greek salad recipe is in the olives, feta, cucumbers and tomatoes. Dress it with olive oil and vinegar, then add more olives and cheese.
26 August, 2018
The new pyramid follows the previous pattern: at the base, foods that should sustain the diet, and at the upper levels, foods to be eaten in moderate amounts. Moreover, social and cultural elements characteristic of the Mediterranean way of life are incorporated in the graphic design. It is not just about prioritizing some food groups from others, but also paying attention to the way of selecting, cooking and eating. It also reflects the composition and number of servings of main meals.