Manos Angelakis
Soaring Olive Oil Prices: What’s Driving the Surge and How It’s Impacting Consumers
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com Olive oil prices in Mediterranean countries, where 90 percent of the world’s supply is produced, are skyrocketing. As a result, consumers around the globe are facing much higher costs for...
Life in Ancient Athens: The Reality Behind the Idealized Image of the ‘Cradle of Civilization’
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com Our understanding of Western civilization often traces back to the daily life and ideas of ancient Athenians, as portrayed by Greek and Roman chroniclers and European authors of the 18th,...
The Timeless Appeal of Honey: Nature’s Perfect Food and Its Many Health Benefits
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com Honey has been hailed as the "perfect" food for centuries. Cultivated across the globe, honey has played a dual role in both food and medicine, particularly gaining popularity in the...
Ancient Greek Theater: The Birthplace of Modern Drama and Civic Traditions
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com The roots of modern theater trace back to Ancient Greece, a land rich in history and lore. Many of today’s civic and theatrical traditions originate from the city-state of Athens,...
The Superstition Behind the Fear of the Number 13: Triskaidekaphobia and Beyond
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com Across many cultures, the number 13 has long been considered unlucky, but it becomes even more ominous when it lands on a Friday. This deep-rooted fear has a name: Triskaidekaphobia,...
Across Time: The Evolution of How Ancient Civilizations Were Viewed Through the Ages
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com In the early days, the Mediterranean world was divided by the ancient Greeks into two parts: the "civilized world" of the Greek city-states and everyone else. The Greeks embraced the...
Discovering the Hidden Luxury of Gamirasu: A Unique Stay in Cappadocia
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com Nestled in the heart of Cappadocia, Gamirasu is a luxury cave hotel that serves as the perfect gateway for exploring this ancient region. Located in Ayvali, this unique property is...
The Enduring Legacy of Homer: A Look at the Epic Tales of ‘The Iliad’ & ‘The Odyssey’
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine We travel back in time to an era when Olympian gods reigned supreme, and heroic poetry was recited at symposia — the lively eating and drinking gatherings hosted by...
New Treasures on My Culinary Bookshelf: Exploring Lebanese and Greek Cuisine
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine I’ve recently added a wonderful new book to my culinary collection. This one is a tribute to the vibrant world of Lebanese cuisine, penned by Leila Habib-Kirske in honor...
How to Make Revani: A Scrumptious Orange-Infused Mediterranean Delight
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine Recently, I stumbled upon another one of my mother’s treasured recipes — a classic Eastern Mediterranean dessert known as "revani" in Greek, "ravani" in Turkish, and also enjoyed in...
Pastitsio: Learn How to Make This Classic Greek Dish in the Comfort of Home
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine Pastitsio is Greece’s delicious answer to Italian lasagna, but what sets it apart from its Italian cousin is the rich blend of aromatic spices used in the meat ragù....
Timeless Hangover Remedies: Ancient Cures for the Morning After
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine Since the dawn of alcohol, hangovers have plagued humanity across all cultures. From “hair of the dog” to raw egg remedies, and even South American ceviche, people throughout history...