THE MAGIC OF GREEK SPRING

Mar 16, 2025 | Glossoblog | 0 comments

Greece in spring is a beautiful time! While everyone loves Greek summers, spring is a calmer, but just as amazing season. The Greek word for “spring” is “άνοιξη” (ánixi). This word comes from the verb “ανοίγω” (anígo), which means...

What is Sarkaosti in Greece?

Mar 9, 2025 | Glossoblog | 0 comments

In Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition, “Sarakosti” (Σαρακoστή) is the Greek term for Lent, the forty-day time of fasting and spiritual preparation preceded by Easter. During this time, people should think deeply about their lives, repent, and seek...

Martaki: The Red and White Bracelet of March

Mar 1, 2025 | Glossoblog | 0 comments

When March 1st arrives, Greeks of all ages wear a special bracelet called Μαρτάκι (Martaki). This red and white bracelet is a fun and meaningful tradition that welcomes spring. People wear it throughout March for good luck and protection from the sun. But where does...

How to order Gyro like a Pro in Greece

Jan 25, 2025 | Glossoblog | 0 comments

Gyros (pronounced YEE-ros) or gyro is a popular Greek dish made of meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie. The meat is stacked on a large vertical spit and slowly rotates in front of a heat source. As it cooks, the outer layer becomes crispy and is shaved off in thin...

The Rebetiko: The Soul of the Greek Music Tradition

Dec 28, 2024 | Glossoblog | 0 comments

Rebetiko, the music of the marginalized, is a genre that resonates deep in the heart of Greek culture. Born at the beginning of the 20th century, this musical genre has shaped the identity of modern Greece in ways few could have imagined. The Roots of Rebetika...