Winter in Greece is never boring, and for those who thought that Greece is only a summer country, you couldn’t be more wrong :-). Due to its varied nature and culture, Greece has to offer something in any season! In general, we had a a sunny and warm end of the year, but we expect […]
A Greek song by famous Greek singer Machairitsas is also ideal to learn Greek vocabulary. Let’s enjoy beautiful Greek music, while improving your Greek. But just in case you do not know him… Who is Machairitsas?
On the first day of the New Year, many Greek homes welcome the year ahead by breaking open a pomegranate for good luck. This beautiful ritual is believed to bring health, prosperity, and abundance to the household. It is also common in Greece to exchange pomegranates (ρόδι), often made of metal, glass, or ceramic, as […]
There are many Greek Christmas and New Year Traditions in Greece! Here below you will find more information about those traditions. In the meantime, in order to improve your listening skills, you can click on the button below, where you will find the translation in Greek as well as the Audio
Pork with celery and lemon sauce is a delicious and typical Greek dish. Many Greek households prepare it throughout the winter months, but did you know it can also be a wonderful alternative for your Christmas table? Its refreshing lemon aroma and tender meat create a festive yet lighter option compared to the traditional roast. […]
When we think about the Month of December in Greece, we usually think of winter and celebrations. Let’s learn more about a typical Greek December Month.
The Greek Netflix Series, Maestro in Blue, is the first Greek TV series to make it to Netflix and it’s been localised into several languages. This means you can watch it with subtitles for a little bit of help if you’re a beginner or intermediate student of Greek. From what we hear from our Omilo […]
Discover Greek Pastitsio! Do you like Greek food? Have you ever tried cooking a traditional Greek dish yourself?If you’re ready to bring a taste of Greece into your kitchen, pastitsio (or pastitsio, παστίτσιο in Greek) is the perfect choice! This hearty, baked pasta dish is a favorite across Greece . It is creamy, comforting, and […]
Where to Stay During Your Greek Course on Lefkada island Omilo organizes a 1– and 2-week Greek language course on the beautiful island of Lefkada (JUNE), in the picturesque village of Agios Nikitas, located about 15 km from Lefkada Town. If you’re planning to join one of our courses, you’ll be happy to know there […]
Who is Dionysis Savvopoulos? Dionysis Savvopoulos is one of Greece’s most influential musicians, since he sings, writes lyrics and composes his own songs. Born in Thessaloniki in 1944, he became known for blending Greek folk music with rock and poetic lyrics, creating a unique sound that marked the cultural awakening of the 1960s and 1970s. […]
