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14 Awesome Greek Wedding Rituals and Traditions
You know what to expect at a Greek wedding if you grew up in a Greek community or the Greek Orthodox Church. If you’re going to a Greek wedding for the first time, there are some things you should know about the symbolism in an Orthodox ceremony, as well as the customs and traditions that […]
14 Hollywood Celebrities With Greek Roots
We all know that Hollywood has many stars, and some have origin from Greece! Like most of us know the beautiful Greek American Melina Kanakaredes of ‘CSI New York’ that has also starred in movies with Robert Deniro. Moreover, we know the hilarious Hangover star, Zack Galifianakis, who is half Greek, from his dad’s Cretan […]
Top 10 Reasons You Should Marry A Greek Girl
Greek girls make great girlfriends (and later wives) for a multitude of reasons, including a love of dancing and celebrating life with “kefi”, resilience, strength, compassion, delicious food, and a rich cultural heritage, among many more things. Have you ever wanted to marry a Greek girl? Well, there are many amazing reasons why you should. […]
Top 10 Things Greek Moms Say
You gotta love Greek moms for being brutally honest most of the time, even when you may find their guilt trips annoying . Greek moms, especially Greek immigrants, have been through many hardships and poverty growing up and fled Greece for a better life in North America, Australia or other parts of the world. So, […]
The Top 20 Most Popular Greek Last Names
Most Greek last names are very unique, long and difficult for many other cultures to pronounce. The most common Greek last name of all…Papadopoulos! In Greece, the Papadopoulos last name is like “Smith”. A research study was undertaken by the Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection (ASEP) to determine the most common Greek surnames. Listed […]
The Top 10 Most Gorgeous Greek Men
Many Greek men of the world are known to posses great looks and genes of a Greek God. Here is our list of the world’s most hottest famous Greek men of 2021. These men range from the Greek Bachelor Panagiotis Vasilakos to Davidoff Model Alexis Papas to famous singers like Petros Iakovidis, Nikos Vertis and more. Greek […]
The Top 20 Greek Names
If you’ve seen My Big Fat Greek Wedding, which you probably have, if you’re a non Greek you might think that in Greece there are only two or three most common Greek names. No, not everyone is named Niko and most certainly not Anita. 40 percent of Greek men have one of the top five […]
10 Greek Superstitions People Still Believe
The Evil Eye “To Mati” The “Mati” (Evil Eye) is one of the most popular superstitions in Greece and worldwide among Greeks. The ‘evil eye’ is thought to be caused by compliments, adoration or envy in Greece and various other countries (Italy, Iran, Egypt, Lebanon, Afghanistan, Turkey,) The consequences vary from headache, yawning, disease, misfortune, […]
10 Ways You Know You’re Greek
1.) YOUR NAME DAY IS A BIGGER DEAL THAN YOUR BIRTHDAY…HRONIA POLLA!!! Almost every day of the year is devoted to a Christian saint or martyr, according to Greek Orthodox tradition. When a Greek is named after one of these saints, the saint’s feast day becomes their “name day,” which is celebrated in the same […]
The Top 10 Greek Stereotypes
Stereotypes aren’t exactly the nicest thing in the world. Most of the time they pertain to something negative about a culture, race, or ethnicity, but there’s the odd time where they can be viewed as funny and/or innocent. The stereotypes that really suck are the ones that derive from a stigma regarding a culture’s past. These […]
Jennifer Aniston Planning to Marry in Greece
It appears that Hollywood actress Jennifer Aniston is planning to marry boyfriend hypnotherapist Jim Curtis in Greece. Friends of the “Friends” TV star have indicated that she has consistently expressed a desire to exchange vows in the motherland of her late Father John Aniston. Insiders suggest that Aniston finds the concept profoundly meaningful. Greece holds […]
‘The Marbles’ Movie in UK and Irish Theaters
The Parthenon Marbles, the symbol of ancient Greece, have been the subject of a 200 year dispute, spanning over two centuries. After they were stolen by Elgin which were given to him from the Ottomans at the time from the Parthenon, they were sold and subsequently acquired by the British Museum. This acquisition has sparked […]
Greek Movies on Amazon Prime Video
We searched through Amazon Prime Video in US & Canada to find all the Greek movies, and movies that were filmed in Greece. We did all the work, so you don’t have to! Grab the popcorn and enjoy the following Greek series, movies, and movies filmed in Greece. BONUS: See the entire classic 1977 Iphigenia […]
Greek Movies Now on Netflix
We searched through Netflix US & Canada to find all the Greek movies, series, and movies that were filmed in Greece. We did all the work, so you don’t have to! Grab the popcorn and enjoy the following Greek series, movies, and movies filmed in Greece. Note: Stelios, the biopic drama on the life of […]
Mel Gibson at Mount Athos in Greece
The legendary actor, director, and producer, Mel Gibson, is on a pilgrimage or spiritual retreat at Mount Athos, the Holy Mountain in #Greece: “I have never felt such a strong connection to God anywhere else as I do here.” The Hollywood icon, devout Christian, and filmmaker Mel Gibson has arrived at the revered Hilandar Monastery […]
Morgan Freeman in Greece on beautiful Paxos Island
The legendary Oscar winning actor, Morgan Freeman, is on the beautiful Greek island of Paxos! He is enjoying a summer vacation hanging out with the talented Greek Director Christopher Papakaliatis. Freeman has praised the hit Netflix drama series ‘Maestro in Blue’ director Christopher Papakaliatis many times. Director Christoper Papakaliatis posted these photos on Paxos island […]
US Couple In Their 70’s Buys Home in Greece for $150,000 USD
For many couples, moving to a new country and packing up their life is a major decision. However, American citizens Patricia Mahan and Dan Matarazzo have chosen to do so twice in the last 20 years. After leaving the United States for Mexico in 2006, the retired couple who had been married for 37 years […]
Cypriot Film ‘Find Me Falling’ Starring Harry Connick Jr Coming to Netflix July 19
The Cypriot romantic comedy starring Emmy and Grammy-award winning actor and singer Harry Connick, Jr. is coming to Netflix on July 19. The film is about rock musician John Allman, who escapes to a beautiful island in the Mediterranean after a failed comeback album, only to find out that his new cliffside house has a […]
8 Things a Greek Girl Noticed Living Between LA and Greece
Joanna Kalafatis is a Greek American travel writer and actress. She has travelled to over 35 countries. Joanna recently wrote an article on Business Insider on the differences between living in LA and Greece. Joanna spent the first few years of her life in Greece, before relocating to the United States. She couldn’t stay away […]
Netflix Series Depicts Alexander the Great as Gay
A six-part Netflix “documentary” series titled ‘Alexander: The Making of a God’ explores the remarkable life of Alexander the Great via his dramatic metamorphosis from warrior prince to living god. The show follows his rise from his youth to his obsession with overthrowing the powerful Persian Emperor Darius, which propelled him to conquer the known […]
Greek American Ron Vachris Goes From Forklift Driver to CEO of Costco
Ron Vachris, a driven Greek American, began his career as a forklift driver while pursuing a business degree. Over the course of his 40-year tenure, he climbed the corporate ladder to become the third CEO in Costco’s history in January 2024. With annual revenue exceeding $254 billion USD in US, Costco thrives on its private-label […]
Aristotle Onassis: The Lavish and Tragic Life of the Greek Tycoon
The Greek shipping tycoon Aristotle Socrates Onassis, was born on January 20th, 1906, in (then Greek) Smyrni (Izmir), (today called Turkey) and passed away on March 15th, 1975, near Paris, France. Onassis established the biggest supertanker and freighter fleet in the world and was one of the richest men at that time. His freight was so […]
First Made in Greece 3000 Horsepower “Chaos” Ultra Car
Meet the world’s first ‘Ultra Car’, called “Chaos”. The car has up to (never seen before) 3000 horsepower, and its entirely Made in Greece! The ultra car was launched by Designer and Automotive Engineer Spyros Panopoulos. This is not just the first 100% Greek made supercar, this introduces the world to a whole new category […]
Stelios Papadopoulos: The Greek Behind The Alzheimer’s Drug
Meet Stelios Papadopoulos! The Greek (born in Thessaloniki, Greece) behind a new FDA approved wonder drug that may finally give hope to an estimated 44 million people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease worldwide. Stelios stated that the new drug will be for those in the early on set stages of Alzheimers and to those who’s PET […]
Vicky Safra: The Richest Greek Woman in the World Inherits 90B Empire
Meet the richest Greek woman in the world, Vicky Safra. The guarded Greek Jewish widow (born Vicky Sarfati) is inheriting a 90 billion dollar banking empire. This massive fortune was left to her by her late husband, Brazil’s richest man, financier Joseph Safra, who passed away in December of 2020. She married Joseph when she […]
The Greek Behind the Motor of Tesla
Meet Konstantinos Laskaris! The Greek Principal Motor “Maestro” Designer of Tesla Motors, the electric luxury automobile company. Laskaris has been the Chief Designer of Tesla Motors in Silicon Valley, California, for the last 10 years since 2012. Kostas develops innovative technology for future electric vehicles. Tesla’s cryptocurrency and stock has exploded in the last few years […]
12 Things You Didn’t Know About The Legendary Telly Savalas
Telly Savalas will always be remembered as the most legendary Greek-American actor, singer, and director of the 20th century. Aristotelis “Telly” Savalas was born in Garden City, New York on January 21, 1922 and passed away to prostate cancer on January 22, 1994. In attendance at his funeral were: Nicolette Sheridan, Jennifer Aniston, Frank Sinatra, and many more celebrities. […]
91 Year Old Greek Baker in Greece Goes Viral with Traditional Phyllo Making
Featured in a video by Business Insider, Hatziparaskos has gone viral in a video crafting some of Greece’s beloved handmade phyllo alongside his only employees — his wife Katerina and his son Paraskevas. The 91 year old baker from Crete, Giorgos Hatziparaskos, is one of the last people in Greece who still makes the country’s […]
Tom Carvel, The Greek Inventor of Soft Ice Cream in America
Everyone love’s ice cream and some of us (in North America) grew up with soft ice cream from an ice cream truck in our neighbourhood. Something most do not know is that America’s soft ice cream was invented by Tom Carvel (Karvelas), a Greek immigrant that came to the United States from Greece.. Carvel Ice […]
The Greek Roots of Jennifer Aniston (Anastasakis)
Jennifer Aniston was born Joanna Anastasakis. The famous Hollywood actress is the daughter of Soap Opera star actor John Aniston. John was born in Chania, Crete on July, 24, 1933. Jen’s mother, Nancy Dow, was a model and actress who appeared in television shows such as “The Beverly Hillbillies” and “The Wild Wild West.” After suffering two strokes […]
Why Greeks Celebrate OXI (Ohi) Day
October 28th is known to all Greeks as Oxi Day, (“O-hee Day”) and commemorated as a holiday in Greece and all Greek communities around the world. It is the second most significant celebration for modern Greek history, after Greek Independence Day on March 25. On October 28, Greeks worldwide commemorate the “No” rejection of Greek […]
Alexander the Great: The Greatest Greek That Ever Lived
King Philip II and Queen Olympias welcomed Alexander III into the world in Pella, Macedonia, in 356 B.C.; According to legend, Zeus, the supreme ruler of the Greek gods, was believed to be his father. The military might of Philip II was well-known. He envisioned conquering the vast Persian Empire while making Macedonia (a region […]
Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral in LA
ST. SOPHIA GREEK ORTHODOX CATHEDRAL IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA. BUILT IN 1954 THE HISTORY This beautiful St. Sophia Greek Orthodox cathedral was built in 1952. When Greek brothers Charles, Spyros, and George Skouras were striving to make it in Hollywood, Charles made a vow (“tama” in Greek) to God that he would build the […]
The Top 6 Greek New Year’s Traditions
Greeks love big family celebrations and when it comes to New Year’s, there’s no exception. Greeks love to eat, drink, and party with their loved ones and ring in the New Year with style! Many attend NYE galas, however now in a pandemic with many restrictions, most will get together with their family at home. […]
Alexander the Great’s 4000 Kalash Descendants in Pakistan
Meet the Kalash tribe, a people that live in Pakistan’s Chitral province, which historians believe are the descendants of Alexander the Great’s army who settled in the area around 23 centuries ago. With a population of only 4,000 people, their distinctive culture is on the verge of extinction. The Kalash are a small ethnic and […]
5 Things You May Not Know About Greek Independence Day
The Greek War of Independence, also known as the Greek Revolution of 1821 or the Greek Revolution was a successful war of independence by Greek revolutionaries against the 400 year oppression from the Ottoman Empire. The war lasted from 1821 to 1829. Britain, France, and Russia later backed the Greeks, while their North African vassals, […]
Greece Hopes Marble Loan From Italy Will Get UK to Return Parthenon Sculptures
Italy has loaned Greece a 2500 year old marble foot of Goddess Artemis. Greece hopes the gesture of the foot loan, which is just the size of a shoebox, may help the British Museum finally realize that the Parthenon Marbles must be returned home to Greece. Greece hopes that the 2,500-year-old marble fragment, which arrived […]
The Discovery of the Tomb of King Philip II (Alexander’s Father) in Greece Proves Macedonia is Greek
Everyone in the world needs to know about the great 1977 discovery of Greek archaeologist and Professor of Aristotle University in Thessaloniki, Manolis Andronikos. He announced to the world that he had discovered the tomb of the Macedonian King Philip II in Vergina, Greece. Manolis was responsible for one of the greatest archaeological discoveries of […]
The Greek Roots of Santa Claus
Saint Nicholas of Myra, also known as Nikolaos of Myra, was a 4th-century Christian saint and the Greek Bishop of Myra in Asia Minor (Greek Anatolia in present-day Turkey). He is also known as Nikolaos the Wonderworker because of the numerous miracles ascribed to his intervention. He was known for hidden gifts, such as slipping […]
Greek War of Independence Movie ‘Cliffs of Freedom’ Available to Stream
The National Hellenic Society (NHS) has announced that Cliffs of Freedom, a historical drama film set during Greece’s War of Independence, will be available to stream on major platforms starting September 13, 2021. The late legendary actor Christopher Plummer plays Thanasi and gives an outstanding performance. The film also features many prominent Greek actors, including: Costas […]
Greek Name Days
For millions of Greeks around the world, a Name Day is a bigger deal than a birthday! Especially when you live in Greece! The Greek Orthodox Church celebrates saints on different days throughout the year. When your name doesn’t have a saint you celebrate on June 18, which is Agion Pandon Day (All Saints Day). […]
Greek Mati Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients * 1 part is equal to 30ml * 1 -part blue curacao * 1 -part vodka * 4 -parts lemonade * ¾ cup of thickened cream (Thickened cream is a whipping cream containing a minimum milk fat of 35%) * 2 tablespoons caster sugar * 1 blueberry (garnish) * Requirements * Cocktail shaker * […]
Greek Watermelon Ouzo Martini Recipe
This Denver Greek Festival inspired recipe is a delicious and refreshing summer Greek martini that everyone will love! The martini combines two Greek favourites: real watermelon fruit and of course ouzo! Recipe: 2 cups of cold watermelon, chopped 2 ounces of Ouzo 4-5 fresh mint leaves 3-4 ice cubes Sugar and lime for lining the […]
Traditional Vasilopita Cake Recipe + Video
Vasilopita, which translates to Saint Basil’s pie, is a traditional New Year’s Day dessert. Every Vasilopita has a coin hidden inside; the family head cuts the pie into pieces, and whoever discovers the coin is considered to have a prosperous year ahead of them. This practise stems from the legend that citizens of Cappadocia gathered […]
Kourabiedes (Greek Shortbread Cookies) Recipe
Kourabiedes are one of the most delicious Greek shortbread cookie sweets you’ll ever taste. These butter cookies, which are sometimes flavoured with brandy, vanilla, or mastiha, are the buzz of Greek tradition and dessert served during the holidays. The primary distinction between Kourabiedes and conventional shortbread cookies is that these delightful delicacies are frequently filled […]
Melomakarona Greek Cookies Recipe + Video
Recipe by Famous Chef of Greece Akis Petretzikis MELOMAKARONA: Greek Traditional Christmas cookies with crushed walnuts. These yummy cookies are traditionally served at Christmas in Greek households worldwide. TRADITIONAL MELOMAKARONA RECIPE: NEW MELOMAKARONA WITH CHOCOLATE INSIDE RECIPE: INGREDIENTS: For syrup: 2 Cups (500 ml) water 3 1/3 (800 g) granulated sugar 1 Cup (150 g) Attiki […]
A Greek Galaktoboureko Baklava Recipe
When it comes to savoury and syrupy delicious Greek desserts, Galaktoboureko comes to mind as one of the most popular and favourite traditional Greek desserts. However, Baklava is right up there as a favourite as well. What happens if we combined the two? You get a Galaktoboureko-baklava! Your family and friends are sure to fall […]
Horta: The Superfood Greens of Greece
Photo Credit: Mia Kouppa If you have been to Greece or any Greek restaurant around the world you have heard of the word “horta.” The word horta, which translates to “weeds”, has a broad definition in the modern Greek language that includes every green food that may be consumed from Dandelions, Amaranth (Vlita), Chickory, and […]
Jennifer Aniston reveals her REAL salad recipe with Greek Kalamata olives and feta!
Jennifer Aniston has finally shared the REAL recipe for her favourite salad while also disclosing the health and exercise routine she uses to maintain her youthful appearance at the age of 54 in an interview on the Today Show. We are not surprised that her recipe includes Greek Kalamata olives and feta cheese! Opa! The […]
Greek Easter Bread ‘Tsoureki’ Recipe
Tsoureki, Greek Easter sweet bread, is something you must try if you haven’t already. Soft, fluffy, with a fantastic stringy texture and a gorgeous brown semi-soft crust. You will not find a more flavourful tsoureki recipe than this one! While this Greek Easter bread (tsoureki) is traditionally served on Orthodox Easter, it is also very […]
Gemista: Classic Greek Stuffed Peppers and Tomatoes
Gemista is one of the most classic and comforting dishes in traditional Greek cuisine. It’s healthy, hearty, and gluten free! If you’re Greek, your Yiayia or your mom made the yummiest Greek stuffed peppers and tomatoes, or still do. This isn’t the dish Greeks order out in restaurants. Gemista is one of the most popular […]
