Do you also like Greek music? Who is your favorite singer? We here present you… Eleftheria Arvanitaki! A renowned Greek singer with a career that spans four decades and is a strong favorite among Omilo students. Let’s learn more about her life and work!
A Greek Parsley Dip is something you need to try! During our Greek summer courses on the island of Syros, the Omilo team and students love to go for tavern meals, while trying different local dishes. Today we would like to share a recipe with you ; a dip based on parsley. It is something […]
The Greek Expressions for “See you” or “We will see” are used on a daily basis, but…. Don’t mix them up in Greek! Ever had that awkward moment when you confidently say something in Greek… and your Greek friend gives you that look? Yeah! we’ve all been there. Today’s Greek lesson is all about two […]
How to say “I do” in Greek and other useful sentences with this verb? One of the most important verbs that you need to memorize when starting learning Greek is the verb “κάνω” = I do or I make It is an easy verb that we use in many everyday phrases. Below you will find […]
The Great Chimera is a Greek Novel, which is worth it to discover, by reading it in Greek, or otherwise the translation in another language. This Greek novel is written by M. Karagatsis and is considered a modern Greek classic. It tells the story of a young French woman, Marian, who falls in love with […]
Syros island and its elegant capital, Hermoupolis, hold a special place in the hearts of our teachers and students.Every summer since 2005, Omilo has been organizing Greek Language and Culture Courses on this beautiful Cycladic island, creating unforgettable experiences of learning, fun, friendship, and discovery. Over the years, Syros has become much more than a […]
Eftihia Papagianopoulou, now became famous once again, through the film Eftihia! A must-watch. This moving biographical film offers a unique opportunity to explore the life and legacy of Eftihia Papagiannopoulou, one of Greece’s most influential lyricists. Watching it is not only a great way to experience contemporary Greek cinema, but also a meaningful way to […]
How Do Greeks Celebrate Easter? And what are the Greek Easter Traditions? Greek Orthodox Easter is probably the biggest celebration of the year for most Greeks, with a lot of special traditions and family gatherings. It is also one of the reasons Omilo organizes every year a Greek Easter course. For 26 years in a […]
Experiencing Orthodox and Catholic Easter the same year! Yes, it is possible! Greek Orthodox Easter is celebrated by most Greeks, all over the world. But many people are also experiencing two different Easters in one family, depending on their cultural backgrounds.
When visiting Greece, it’s not only about delicious meals in cozy taverns and relaxing days at the beach (although… we highly recommend both ). Many travelers, especially our Omilo students, love to dive a little deeper: exploring ancient sites, attending concerts, or even experiencing a live theatre performance under the Greek sky. And here comes […]
