June
4
Culture, Dining
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THE ART OF MAKING KALTSOUNAKIA

These delectable cheese pastries are served throughout Crete. The best, in my opinion, are served in sunny villages scattered throughout the White Mountain Range on the drive from Chania to Sfakia. (more…)
June
2
General
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TSIKOUDIA – THE CRETAN SPIRIT

As Russia is renowned for its Vodka, so too is Tsikoudia for Crete. To know Crete, you almost certainly will become acquainted with this fine spirit. This clear spirit is produced from the grape skins left over from wine production. (more…)
June
8
Culture, Dining
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WE ARE WHAT WE EAT: CRETE – NAT GEO LIVE

The people living on the Greek island of Crete love their wine and eat a rich variety of foods drawn from their groves, farms, and the sea. Photographer Matthieu Paley captures the joyful people that have lived on the Mediterranean diet long before it became a fad. (more…)