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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

How to Plan a Memorable Dinner in East Ridge, TN

Victoria Udrea

The first step in planning any great dinner is nailing the venue. East Ridge offers a mix of cozy diners, charming family-owned joints, and trendy spots.

1 year ago

Crisis Looms for Lassithi Olive Oil Amid Drought and Policy Failures

Mihaela Lica Butler

Due to severe drought, Olive oil production in Lasithi (Λασίθι) has crashed to 30%. Olive growers face bleak prospects.

1 year ago

10th International Olive Oil Competition Coming to Chania – May 2025

Victoria Udrea

Chania welcomes the 10th International Olive Oil Competition, May 8-10, 2025. Local leaders unite to spotlight Greece’s olive oil heritage.

1 year ago

Beans and Horta: The Low-Key Dish That Tastes Like a Hug

Mihaela Lica Butler

Learn how to make a simple beans and horta main packed with flavor. Perfect for anyone looking for a healthy, budget-friendly, hearty meal.

1 year ago

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Stories of Interest

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Historic Expedition to Kolymbari Expected to Test Human Endurance

2026-06-23 By Manuel Santos

The Municipality of Platanias announces a 2km survival hike in Kolymbari. Prepare for bunkers, 50 dangerous steps, and full medical coverage.

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Parliament Clash Over Hotel Worker Taxation

2026-06-23 By Argophilia Travel News

KE MP Manolis Syntychakis and Deputy Minister of National Economy, D. Markopoulos, debate taxation of seasonal hotel workers.

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Cretan Fishermen to Spearhead Government Response to Silver-cheeked Toadfish Plague

2026-06-23 By Manuel Santos

The Greek government is finalizing a pilot program to combat the rapid spread of the toxic silver-cheeked toadfish in Greek waters.

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The Fencing Around the Lions’ Fountain Has Been Taken Down

2026-06-22 By Iorgos Pappas

The fencing around Heraklion’s Morosini Fountain is gone, but at what cost to the monument’s future? We examine the delay of critical maintenance.

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French Tourist Injured During Disembarkation at Heraklion Port

2026-06-22 By Manuel Santos

A 70-year-old French tourist was hospitalized after sustaining a leg injury during disembarkation from a leisure boat at the Port of Heraklion.

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