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Starbucks Holiday Menu Returns

Argophilia Travel News

Starbucks holiday menu returns Nov. 7 with new refreshers and delightful seasonal pastries sure to warm any festive heart.

Greek Olive Growers Demand Drought Compensation

Iorgos Pappas

In a desperate cry for help, olive growers in Greece urge the government to provide drought-related compensation. As Romania secures 400 million euros from the EU to aid its drought-stricken crops, Greek olive producers face a harsh reality. EU Approval Secures Relief for Parched Romanian Farmers The EU will provide 400 million euros in relief […]

Souvlaki Prices Escalate in Greece

Manuel Santos

As souvlaki prices rise, tourists may need to seek alternatives that offer an authentic taste while staying within budget.

Olive Harvest Innovation in Ierapetra

Victoria Udrea

A group of dedicated olive growers from the Livadia region in Ierapetra kickstarted the harvest of the early Koroneiki table olives. Managing around 3,000 olive trees both in the wider area and in Chrysopigi, Sitia, they work with precision to maintain the quality of their produce. South of Vainias village, the team carefully combed through […]

Halikidiki’s Famous Honey Faces a Dry Spell

Iorgos Pappas

In Halkidiki, beekeepers grapple with the effects of an unyielding climate. The agricultural cooperative Melis Sithon, once a beacon of fruitful honey production, reports a bleak season. Drought has parched the area, slashing expected yields by over half. “This year has been a tough ride for beekeepers across Greece,” states Dimitris Mitsiaras, director of Melis […]