If you’re learning Greek and love Greek music, the film Eftihia is a must-see! This moving biopic offers a unique opportunity to discover the life and legacy of one of Greece’s most influential female lyricists, Eftihia Papagiannopoulou. Watching this film is not only a great way to enjoy Greek cinema but also to deepen your […]
Ώρα για χορό και Ζωναράδικο! Ανυπομονούμε να ξαναδούμε από κοντά τους μαθητές μας και να χορέψουμε όλοι μαζί ελληνικούς παραδοσιακούς χορούς! Παρακάτω θα διαβάσετε για έναν αγαπημένο μας χορό από την Θράκη (βόρειο-ανατολική Ελλάδα). Είναι γνωστό ότι στους Έλληνες αρέσει πολύ να χορεύουν και έχουν μεγάλη ποικιλία παραδοσιακών χορών, ανάλογα με την περιοχή. Οι νησιώτικοι […]
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 […]
When visiting Greece, it is not just about eating delicious food in taverns and going to the beach, but many travelers, including Omilo students, also love to visit ancient Greek sites, attend Greek concerts, or theatre productions, while learning more about Greek culture and history. Well, here is the good news, by visiting the beautiful […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Vasilopita is a nice Greek Tradition , a special cake for the New Year. When cutting the cake into slices on New Year’s Day, Greeks will name each slice as they cut it, after everyone in the family and friends. Usually, also a coin is hidden in the bottom of the cake. Whoever is […]
On January 6th, Greeks celebrate “Ta phota” or “Theofania” or “Epiphania”, which stands for the Baptism of Christ in the Jordan River. It is a very important Greek celebration and it is the last one of the 12-day celebration period, which starts on Christmas.
What about listening to a Greek Christmas carol, and/or sing along? On December 24th, if you are in Greece, do not be surprised when children ring your doorbell early in the morning! Τhe children go from house to house, singing about the birth of Jesus Christ, while holding their small metal triangles. Open them the […]
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.
A Greek Movie About Eftihia Papagianopoulou – The Greek Female Lyricist12/06/2025 - 5:16 pm
Ζωναράδικος; Ένας παραδοσιακός χορός από την Θράκη10/06/2025 - 5:20 pm
Greek Expressions; “See you!” and “We will see!”09/05/2025 - 3:32 pm
The Epidaurus Amphitheatre and Little Theatre | Omilo14/04/2025 - 8:05 am