Greek etymology, is something we often use in our Greek lessons. But this time, we will use it to explain you a bit more about why we chose the name « omilo » or » ομιλώ ». « Omilo Greek Language and Culture » was founded in 1996, so we are around for many years 🙂 Even longer than « google » […]
Summer cinema in Greece! Without a doubt, it is a very nice part of the Greek summer.
How To Ask For Something In Greek ? There are two verbs you can use! For any Greek language learner, memorizing verbs and learning to conjugate them correctly, is one of the first things you need, in order to make a correct Greek sentence. The two Greek verbs that many Beginners and even Intermediate students […]
A crossword related to Greek Mythology is another way to learn Greek. Learning Greek is a hobby for life, so from time to time you have to find fun and new ways of learning to keep yourself motivated. So, if you reached an advanced level in the Greek language, you might also try a crosswords […]
When Greek cinema meets Greek literature the result is usually excellent. The movie ‘Little England’ , directed by Pantelis Voulgaris and based on the book by author Ioanna Karystiani, was released in December 2013.
Greek Fish Roe Salad – taramosalata, is a Greek appetizer/dip made from tarama; the salted roe (fish eggs) of cod or grey mullet mixed with olive oil, lemon juice, and a base of bread or potatoes.
Mastiha, or « mastic » is a Greek product that comes from the mastic tree. The sticky secretion, the resin, has the color of old wax and might not seem very special, but it has become a product that is known and wanted all over the world. Mastic has not only a unique taste but it has […]
The Greek Traditional Christmas Boat is very popular again since the last decade. Do you prefer a Christmas tree or a Christmas boat? (Greek text below) The decoration of the Christmas tree is not a Greek habit. It is said that the first Christmas tree in Greece was introduced and decorated by the Bavarian king […]
Did you ever celebrate Greek Christmas and New Year in Greece? Apart from other Christmas traditions, you will hear typical Greek carols all over the country: the “kalanta”. Greece is rich in music and depending on the geographical regions, there are different Christmas and New Year songs, using different instruments and rhythms.
Greek Traditional Christmas Cookies, are very popular and baked at most households in Greece. During the month of December Greeks are looking forward to buy, bake, eat or treat the typical Christmas sweets. One of the typical Christmas cookies you can find in every bakery, patisserie or household, are the “melomakarona”.
