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Zaros: A Cretan Village Where Nature, Wine, and History Intertwine
Zaros: A Cretan Village Where Nature, Wine, and History Intertwine Zaros sits on the southern foothills of Mount Psiloritis, a place where rural life, tradition, and deep history still shape everyday rhythms. It’s a village known for its natural springs, mountain...
Greek Easter Traditions: A Deeply Rooted Celebration of Community, and Family
Discover Greek Easter Traditions: A Deeply Rooted Celebration of Community, and Family Discover the Meaningful Rituals of Greek Easter and the Unique Spirit of Crete and Zaros Greek Easter—Pascha—is the most significant celebration in Greece. More than Christmas, more...
Cretan Dakos Salad • Lean Greek while cooking with Philomilo
Υλικά Cretan Dakos SaladLevel EasyTime 15 MinServes 4Calories 417Fat 39gSaturates 11gCarbs 8gSugar 4gFiber 2gΣυστατικά (Ingredients)2 round barley rusk (large ~12cm cut in two horizontally)2 στρογγυλά παξιμάδια κριθαρένια, μεγάλου μεγέθους (~12 εκ.), κομμένα...
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Greek Easter Traditions: A Deeply Rooted Celebration of Community, and Family
Discover Greek Easter Traditions: A Deeply Rooted Celebration of Community, and Family Discover the Meaningful Rituals of Greek Easter and the Unique Spirit of Crete and Zaros Greek Easter—Pascha—is the most...
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Cretan Dakos Salad • Lean Greek while cooking with Philomilo
Learn one of the easiest and tastiest Greek starter or meze. Delicious, fresh, healthy and prepared in just a few minutes.
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Zaros: A Cretan Village Where Nature, Wine, and History Intertwine
Zaros: A Cretan Village Where Nature, Wine, and History Intertwine Zaros sits on the southern foothills of Mount Psiloritis, a place where rural life, tradition, and deep history still shape everyday rhythms. It’s a...