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Health and Longevity Secrets in Ikaria: Slowing …

WEBIkaria’s health and longevity secrets lie in their ability to slow down and embrace the simple joys of life. From the tranquility of village life to the rejuvenating power of naps, sleep, …

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Diane Kochilas My Greek Table Mediterranean Cooking

WEBDiane Kochilas is one of the world’s foremost experts on Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. She is the host, creator and co-producer of My Greek Table, the award-winning 13 …

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Ikaria Longevity Secret: Grape Molasses aka Petimezi, an …

WEBIkaria Longevity Secret: Petimezi, an Ancient, Natural Sweetener I took this picture a few years ago, while pressing grapes the old-fashioned way in a neighbor’s yard. Almost …

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Ikaria’s Famous Drinking Herbs: 6 Teas and Natural …

WEBMint. Ikaria has 3 common types of mint tea. First, there’s spearmint, which is best known and mainly used in cooking; however, as a tea, it also serves as an antidote to upset …

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Beyond Flavor: Herbs as Medicine on Ikaria

WEB"Sage tea with garlic and honey was our penicillin," explains my friend Yiorgos Stenos, 84, in a conversation about the role that herbs play in the legendary longevity of people on …

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Ikaria Longevity Herbs: Why and How to Use Them

WEBOn Ikaria, the most common species are dyosmos, or spearmint; menta, or peppermint; and fliskouni, or pennyroyal. Spearmint is the best known and mainly used in cooking, …

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Ikaria Longevity Cooking Classes & Retreat

WEBDaily 3-4 hour hands-on cooking session and meal with award-winning Greek chef, cookbook author and My Greek Table host Diane Kochilas in her country home kitchen, …

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What is Mastiha and How to Use it Diane Kochilas

WEBMastiha is, indeed, one of the most seductive spices in the Mediterranean. It is faintly reminiscent of pine and has a deep, almost musky aroma. It is definitely Greece’s most …

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How healthy is spanakopita

WEBAt the heart of spanakopita lies spinach, a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Spinach is rich in vitamin K, essential for bone health and …

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Ikaria Longevity Secret: Herbal Teas Diane Kochilas

WEBLet’s talk about tea and longevity. Not just any tea, but the wide array of herbal teas that Ikarians drink. “We drank herbal teas like sage and fliskouni (pennyroyal). Those were …

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5 Uses for Greek Honey

WEBIt’s not just that honey is delicious and versatile. Greek honey also has some medicinal qualities. It’s antibacterial, rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, and helps the body to …

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What is Trahana, the World’s Oldest Fast Food

WEBWhatever its origins, trahana in various forms is still found almost everywhere from the Balkans to the Middle East. In Greece alone, the variety is impressive: cup-shaped …

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My ultimate guide for Herbs in Greek Cooking, Diane Kochilas

WEBEssential Herbs in Greek Cooking: From Oregano to Dill. Greek cuisine is undeniably characterized by its herbal palette, with herbs taking center stage in most dishes. While …

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Ikaria Longevity Tea!

WEBOne reason why Ikarians live so long is the stuff they imbibe: Greek coffee (simmered in a special pot, called a briki–see how to make it here; strong wine diluted with water; and …

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Trahana Soup: A Traditional Greek Comfort Food, Explained

WEBSoup season is upon us, and fortunately, the Mediterranean diet is packed with so many delicious and simple soup recipes to fit every craving and health need. Yes, that’s right, …

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Five Healthy Greek Desserts

WEBUsing natural liquid sweeteners like honey or grape molasses – petimezi – is a little more challenging, since sugar also adds volume when whipped, and structure when baked. …

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A Guide to Greek Honey Diane Kochilas

WEBThyme honey, a timeless favorite, holds a special place among Greece’s delightful honey varieties.With its distinct floral essence and aroma, Ikarian thyme honey is a lighter …

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