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Francesc Fusté-Forné Receives Lifetime Achievement Award in Food Tourism

Argophilia Travel News

Francesc Fusté-Forné was awarded the Food Tourism Industry Lifetime Achievement Award by the World Food Travel Association for his groundbreaking contributions to food tourism research and education.

1 year ago

Crete’s Food Steals the Spotlight at FOOD EXPO 2025

Argophilia Travel News

Crete made a strong impression at FOOD EXPO 2025, one of Europe’s key food and beverage exhibitions.

1 year ago

Cretan Gastronomy Week at the UN in Vienna

Victoria Udrea

Cretan Gastronomy Week, presented by the Region of Crete, brings 30 traditional dishes to the UN in Vienna from 24-28 March 2025

1 year ago

The Grim Call of Duty-Free Olive Oil in Greece

Victoria Udrea

Greece’s olive oil industry faces a dire challenge as duty-free imports flood the market, pushing prices below production costs. Producers sound the alarm—here’s what they need.

1 year ago

Citizens of Soil Secures £1.8M for Premium Olive Oil and Sustainable Farming

Victoria Udrea

UK-based Citizens of Soil raised £1.8M in funding to expand its supply of premium olive oil sourced from regenerative female-led farms.

1 year ago

Nutritional Considerations for Large and Giant Breed Dogs

Argophilia Travel News

Large and giant breed dogs have unique dietary needs .Portion control and meal timing matter more than you think.

1 year ago

Melitzanosalata: The Smoky Greek Eggplant Dip You Cannot Ignore

Mihaela Lica Butler

Melitzanosalata isn’t just another dip—it’s an experience. It blends the rustic charm of earthy ingredients with a sophisticated punch of flavor.

1 year ago

How to Choose Safe and Delicious Food During Lent

Victoria Udrea

The Public Health Directorate of Crete outlines food safety tips for Lent. Learn how to buy and handle seafood, preserved goods, and other traditional Lent foods.

1 year ago

The Traditional Greek Tirokafteri Dip Is Always a Crowd Pleaser

Mihaela Lica Butler

If you’re looking to knock your guests’ socks off with minimal effort, Tirokafteri is your move. Here’s a traditional Greek Tirokafteri recipe.

1 year ago

The Shocking Truth About Cretan Olive Oil

Iorgos Pappas

Myron Chiletzakis exposes the struggles, low yields, uncertain future, and challenges faced by Cretan olive oil producers.

1 year ago

Fava Recipe: Greece’s Answer to “What Can I Do With These Yellow Split Peas?”

Mihaela Lica Butler

Fava recipe: Greece’s iconic dish made from yellow split peas, is simple yet packed with flavor.

1 year ago

Farmers’ Income Heads for a Nosedive as Olive Oil Prices Drop

Mihaela Lica Butler

Olive oil prices plunge to €4.5, straining farmer incomes in Greece. High costs and potential Trump tariffs add to the crisis.

1 year ago

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Stories of Interest

Crete Car Rental Market

Crete Accounts for 18.1% of Greece’s Car Rental Market

2026-10-15 By Kostas Raptis

Crete has Greece’s second-largest short-term car rental market, as tourists increasingly rent vehicles to explore beaches, villages, and mountain routes.

strong tourism season

Strong October Finishes Robust Tourism Season in Crete

2026-10-15 By Arthur Butler

Cretan hotels report 80-90% occupancy in October as the tourism season extends through mid-November, supported by sustained flight connections and winter city demand.

Malevizi road collapse

School Bus Tilts After Road Gives Way in Crete’s Agia Marina

2026-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Students were safely evacuated after a school bus tilted on a washed-out road in Malevizi, prompting essential driving safety advice for visitors on Crete’s roads.

Rethymno Flood Warning Systems meeting

Rethymno Boosts Flood Preparedness with New Weather Stations, River Monitors, and Dam Management Plans

2026-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Rethymno is expanding weather and river monitoring, clearing waterways and strengthening emergency planning ahead of extreme winter weather.

Historic Former War Museum Collapses

Part of Former Chania War Museum Collapses, No People Found Under Rubble

2026-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Emergency teams and EMAK units respond to a major building collapse at Chania’s former War Museum, confirming no individuals were trapped in the rubble.

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