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The [Brief] Story of a Linguistic Genius: SCHLIEMANN OF TROY

"EVERY NEW LANGUAGE ONE ACQUIRES IS A NEW LIFE." - HEINRICH SCHLIEMANN Heinrich Schliemann, the legendary excavator of Troy and...

CULTURE + HISTORY

Of Libations & Drinks in Ancient Delphi: THE KYLIX OF APOLLO

Among relics unearthed during the Great Excavation of the late 19th century, the Kylix of Apollo is one of the most astonishing finds...

CULTURE + HISTORY

Mnimeío tis Mnímis: A Ghost Tale THE ATHENS FIRST CEMETERY

The history of the First Cemetery of Athens ( Πρώτο Νεκροταφείο Αθηνών ) begins with the launch of the Greek War of Independence, in...

CUISINE

Bee Pollen & Pistachio Labneh: A MIDDLE EASTERN DELIGHT

A super versatile Middle Eastern soft cheese with a velvety texture and subtle sour flavor, Labneh makes for a perfectly delicious dip...

ART + DESIGN

Art of the Loom: LOOM% A STORY WOVEN IN TIME

"NO ELECTRIC LOOM, AS TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED AS IT IS, CAN CREATE AS ELABORATE DESIGNS AS A MANUAL LOOM...THIS IS THE MAGIC OF...

CUISINE

Roasted Almond & White Chocolate Mousse: CakeDREAMY NOUGAT TORTE

This decadent nougat torte is stacked with three layers of moist syrupy sponge cake and three layers of velvety roasted almond and white...

CULTURE + HISTORY

The Faces of Ancient Greece: KYLIX FRAGMENTS

An inverse of the black figure style preceding it in the history of Ancient Greek art, the red figure style was a three-phase firing...

CULTURE + HISTORY

A Life in Ruins: EVA PALMER SIKELIANOS

As a talented actor from a prominent New York family, Eva Palmer Sikelianos (1874–1952) was keen on the Greeks from her youth....

ART + DESIGN

Fashion Editorial: A WALK AROUND PANEPISTIMOU STREET

TOP & SKIRT: Waistliners HEELS: Mourtzi JEWELRY Constantinos Papadoukas | CP Jewelry MODEL: Konstantina Pantziou PHOTOGRAPHY: Chris...

Sip & Taste: FINE GREEK FOOD & DRINK

With its unique and varied ecosystem, Greece produces some of the most delicious fruits, herbs, honey, olive oil and more. It comes as...

Pythia in my Dream Last Night

There was an outbreak of war and instantly pleasures flowed inside us Prophesies turned into paper money and paper money into tinder of a...

Vitrina: Editor's Picks - FINE GREEK DESIGN

When the unique aura of Greece inspires, there's no limit to design. And when a piece is hand-crafted by an independent designer, you...

ART + DESIGN

Fancy Eggs: An Ancient Art

Easter time is one of decorating eggs. From colorful and intricately designed Eastern European eggs to blood red Greek Orthodox eggs, the...

ART + DESIGN

Polymorphia Exhibit: Art Supports Education by Fulbright Foundation

ATHENS - In recognition of the fundamental role of education, the “Art Supports Education – Fulbright Alumni Art Series” initiative...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

National Hellenic Museum Celebrates: Greek Kouzina

CHICAGO - The National Hellenic Museum once again celebrated Greek tradition and the art of cuisine at its annual Kouzina fundraiser,...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

National Hellenic Student Association Holds Conference in Washington D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC - The National Hellenic Student Association's Fall Convention included a weekend of panels, presentations, networking,...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

Portes Magazine Celebrates 7th Birthday: Athens Launch Party

ATHENS - A warm summer night, spectacular Acropolis view, and gathering of creative friends marked Portes Magazine's 7th birthday and...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

Antiparos International Photo Festival Celebrates "The Sea"

ANTIPAROS - Described by the British Journal of Photography as "the smallest serious international photo festival in the world," the...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

Saint Sophia Philoptochos Hosts Debutante

LOS ANGELES - The 53rd Saint Sophia Philoptochos Debutante Presentation Ball was a glamorous affair that took place at the elegant...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

15th Annual Lloyd's List Greek Shipping Awards

ATHENS – Held at the Athenaeum InterContinental Hotel, the 15th annual Lloyd’s List Greek Shipping Awards were attended by over 1,100...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

Annunciation Church Celebrates: Mistletoe Gala

NEW YORK - Over 620 members of the Greek-American community gathered for a night of holiday cheer at the Harvard Club of New York City in...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

United Greek Americans Celebrate the Holidays

NEW YORK – The United Greek Americans celebrated the holidays in Times Square during a weekend that included a Friday Greek night...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

Ethelon Hosts 2nd Annual Kindness Revolution

ATHENS - Combining art and volunteerism, ethelon hosted its second annual Kindness Revolution in celebration of the United Nation’s...

EVENTS + CELEBRATIONS

National Hellenic Museum Celebrates: Greek Kouzina

CHICAGO - The National Hellenic Museum hosted its annual Kouzina event in November, bringing together some of the city’s most esteemed...