Recent excavations at a 6th-century BC temple in western Greece have unearthed compelling evidence suggesting that some ancient sanctuaries were more than just places of worship. A team of ...
The Philogelos, a 4th-century manuscript, is the world’s oldest surviving joke book, revealing how Ancient Greeks used humor in everyday life.
Ancient Greek dining was sacred with simple, high-quality ingredients like tuna and honey cakes connecting humans with the gods.
Scientists just proved Greek priestesses safely brewed LSD-like ergot for the Eleusinian Mysteries. The ancient world's ...
Husband-and-wife restaurateurs Christina Mouratoglou and Adrien Carré have chosen Mayfair for their third Greek restaurant, Maza. Yet the pair have their eyes much further afield for future growth.
No longer just a stopover, Athens has become a destination for Michelin-starred dining, outdoor movie theaters, rich textiles, and ancient sights.
Long before the rise of New York–style cheesecake, a sweet cheese dessert was already enjoyed across the Byzantine Empire. Known today as Byzantine cheesecake, this early version of the beloved ...