Manos Angelakis
Learn How to Make This Hemingway Favorite: Classic ‘Fegato alla Veneziana’
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine Fegato alla Veneziana, a Venetian specialty of sautéed calf’s liver with onions, is one of the most iconic dishes of La Serenissima, alongside risi e bisi (rice and peas)....
How to Make ‘Galette des Rois’: The French Pastry Fit For a King
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine A galette is a French round, flat, and crusty cake — sometimes even a type of flatbread. The Galette des Rois, or "King’s Cake," is a beloved pastry in...
A Hidden Gem: ‘That Supper Club’ Dazzles With an Unforgettable Dining Experience
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine Nestled in the Northern New Jersey township of Park Ridge, That Supper Club is an unassuming yet remarkable dining destination. Located in Park Ridge, New Jersey, this quirky spot...
How to Whip Up Classic ‘Ropa Vieja’: A Hearty and Flavorful Latin American Stew
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb Magazine Ropa Vieja has been a cherished dish for over 500 years, with regional variations found in the Canary Islands, Latin America, the Philippines, and mainland Spain. Its origins are...
Sparkling Wines: An Effervescent Celebration for the Holiday Season
Published with permission from LuxuryWeb.com The time most people buy sparkling wines is typically right before the winter holidays. It’s a way to celebrate the end of a challenging year or toast to the beginning...
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...