Diogenes was a Greek philosopher and one of the founders of Cynic philosophy. Also known as Diogenes the Cynic, he was born in Sinope (modern-day Sinope, Turkey), an Ionian colony on the Black Sea, in 412 or 404 BC and died at Corinth in 323 BC. Diogenes was a controversial figure. His father minted coins...
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Chicken and Peach Salad
Peach, undoubtedly, is one of the most delicious summer fruits. It consists of 89% of water and it is very rich in vitamins C and E. it also has natural fibers that protect our bodies from “bad” cholesterol. It contains phosphorus, iron, calcium and many antioxidants that help us maintain a good health. Alexander the...
Broccoli Salad with Greek Flair
Η συνταγή και στα ελληνικά στο τέλος της ανάρτησης! I was knocking my head about what to write in this post. I am sure most of you have heard about what is going on here. It is one of those times you don’t feel like cooking or making anything, because circumstances have vested a dark...
Greek Style Tabbouleh
Η συνταγή και στα ελληνικά στο τέλος της ανάρτησης! Around 4,000 BC a nation called Canaanites, from their city of origin Canaan, inhabited the coastal areas and forested mountains of East Mediterranean coast, exactly where Lebanon is found today. During ancient ages Canaanites showed a very intensive trade activity throughout the Mediterranean Sea. Back at...
Greek Bean Salad
Η συνταγή και στα ελληνικά στο τέλος της ανάρτησης! I want to apologize for being MIA last week, but I was in Amsterdam for business purposes. I did have the chance to walk around the city and be able to see the Kaukenhof Park with the tulips, which is only open for two months every...
Green Salad with Pomegranate Seeds and Vinaigrette
Η συνταγή και στα ελληνικά στο τέλος της ανάρτησης! We talked about apples, with the Apple Cider Doughnuts. We talked about pumpkins with the Pumpkin and Zucchini Kecap Manis Stir-fry. I think it is high time, we talked about pomegranate too. Pomegranate is another autumn fruit that apart from its unique flavor, has so many...
Greek Pasta Salad
Now, let’s talk a little bit about Greek salad. I just want to share with you how we in Greece eat our Greek salad and then you can tell me how you eat your Greek salad where you live. Greek salad consists of the following ingredients: Tomato, cucumber, onion, green bell pepper, olives and optionally...
Green Salad with Sweet Garlicky Sauce
Merry Christmas everybody and I hope New Year will offer us everything last year deprived us. I am sure that you will agree with me that these days kitchen is the place to be in the house. Of course, although cooking is my favorite at the end of these days I feel totally exhausted and...