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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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We are writers and journalists first—but we are proud to be tech-enabled ones, too.

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Stories of Interest

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Souda Port Gridlock Highlights Chronic Infrastructure Needs

2026-09-30 By Arthur Butler

Souda port handles 8150 cruise passengers from three simultaneous ships as officials once again highlight long-delayed infrastructure upgrades.

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Church in Agia Pelagia Targeted Three Times, Thieves Get About €300

2026-09-30 By Kostas Raptis

Three suspects are arrested in Agia Pelagia in a clumsy church break-in that netted just 300 euros, proving crime rarely pays for amateurs.

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There’s a Cave Hidden Beside the VOAK That Thousands of Drivers Never See

2026-09-30 By Arthur Butler

A natural cave discovered during VOAK highway construction near Stalida required specialized engineering protection to preserve the subterranean site.

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Heraklion Brings Authentic Raki Distilling and Tradition to Thessaloniki for Philoxenia 2026

2026-09-30 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion will display its UNESCO Gastronomy identity at Philoxenia 2026 in Thessaloniki with a live rakokazano distillation demonstration.

Samaria Gorge monk rescue

Monk Collapses Inside Samaria Gorge, Triggering Dramatic Rescue Operation

2026-09-29 By Manuel Santos

A lone monk collapses inside the Samaria Gorge requiring a grueling stretcher extraction by staff and a high-speed Coast Guard transfer to Chania hospital.

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