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Greek Life and Boston, USA

Greek Life and Boston, USA

Welcome to GL!

Last month, Greek Life was featured in an online newspaper in the City of Boston, Massachusetts. I was so happy to see the publication, and truly sometimes I simply feel amazed by the support that I’ve received to date.

What you need to know NOW about Greek LifeFor the lovely people in Boston and beyond, If you would like to join the celebration that is Greek Life, than please visit my website where you can find links to the softcover version of Greek Life that celebrates family, culture, and food.

Within its pages, you will find mouthwatering recipes for the food prepared when observing cultural traditions, delicious and nutritious Lenten food, seafood, meat, and celebration foods, interwoven with thought inspiring philosophy, and beautiful full colour photography that takes readers on an intimate journey through the Greek way of life.

Greek Life is like no other cookbook. It is filled with cultural traditions and explains the when, why, and how of observing the timeless and meaningful Greek traditions. Be transported by the story of family as it unfolds, and be inspired by the Mediterranean Diet/Lifestyle and the healthy way of eating that is respected the world over as the most desirable and beneficial way of eating and enjoying life.

 

 

The Meditteranean Diet, image property of Eugenia Pantahos. Copright. Not to be used under any circumstances.

Eating the Greek way!

The Mediterranean Diet is more than food, it is a lifestyle that encompasses socialising, working, incidental exercise through gardening and dancing, enjoying coffee, oh and a few glasses of wine, eating seasonally, having very little dairy, enjoying seafood, but having limited meat.

It is mostly a vegetarian and vegan way of life especially when observing times of Lent and fasting.

Of course there are times that are celebrated throughout the calendar year, and we all know what that looks like! A Greek Feast, is like no other. Tables set with the most colourful assortment of food usually dressed in olive oil, lemon juice and oregano (or other homegrown herb) , aromatically prepared and slow cooked meats, mouthwatering sweets, wine, the elixir of the gods, and lots of kefi!

So, what are you waiting for? Get your copies of Greek Life at Amazon now and join the celebration that is called Greek Life!

Eugenia xx

 

Be in the know about Greek Wedding Traditions

BE IN THE KNOW ABOUT GREEK WEDDING TRADITIONS

Are you planning your Greek wedding, or perhaps you have been given the honour of becoming a Best Man or Matron of Honour.

Then look no further than my book Greek Life that will give you all the information you need!

What you need to know NOW about Greek Weddings

Greek Life – the perfect book to learn about Greek Weddings

Inside you will find the tradition of the Bridal Bread, dressing the Bridal Bed (yes that’s right, rose petals, rice, sugared almonds, gold and silver coins, and few notes too) the responsibility of becoming a koumbaro / koumbara (best man  / matron of honour), and why a Greek wedding is steeped in so much symbolism. Your special day will mean so much more when you have the answers to the questions of:  What does the Common Cup really mean? What is the meaning behind the crowns?

Greek Life is the perfect book to learn about Greek Weddings and Traditions, and so much more including how to celebrate New Year’s, Easter, Christmas, weddings, births, baptism and farwelling our loved ones.

Greek Life comes complete with beautiful full colour photos (just to add some inspiration), amazing family recipes (yep, they are authentic), and a little philosophy (that’s right…some mind food). Greek Life is the book to have for life!

Visit my website to see the full list of stockists. It’s selling quickly, so best to call and get the bookshop to reserve your copy behind the counter.

If you can’t get your hands on Greek Life in store, then not to worry. Just head to my website where you will find links to purchase the eBook suitable for your electronic device. That means you’ll have Greek Life wherever you are.

You’ll love it, and you too will be ‘in the know’ and learn how to have your own dream Greek Wedding!

GL x

 

 

Palm Sunday

 

Welcome to Greek Lifestyle!

Today we celebrate Palm Sunday which commemorates the entry of Jesus into Jereusalem.  The church is decorated with palm fronds and daphne, and  at the end of the service the priest hands out cuttings of daphne and intricately woven crosses made from palm fronds for the faithful to take home.

Although Palm Sunday which is a Feast Day  falls during lent, it is permissible to eat fish. Traditionally Greeks celebrate with a lunch consisting of bakalarios (cod) and skordalia (garlic and potato puree) to celebrate this important day.

 

palm sunday

 

The official greeting is now Kali Anastasi, which translates to a good resurrection.

I will be preparing Koulourakia on Thursday and Tsoureki and Red Dyed Eggs on Saturday.

Good luck with your Easter preparations this week. I would love for you to share your special Greek recipes and traditions.

May we all have a happy Easter!

GL xx

Apokreas – Carnivale – Masquerade

Welcome to Greek Lifestyle!

In preparation for Easter, I’m including the list of important dates to help with our spiritual growth during this time.

EasterDates

Apokreas literally  translates to saying ‘goodbye to meat’.  Celebrations will occur in the week preceding Clean Monday as families and friends gather for a final feast before observing  the Great Lent.

Fish may be eaten on the 25th of March being the Annunciation of Theotokos and again on Palm Sunday which falls on 13 April.

Because we all live busy lives, some people choose to observe the fasting period during Holy week, or just on Good Friday. It matters not, as health, wellbeing and work situations need to be also considered. It is a personal choice.

Please share your experiences and or fasting recipes with us here at Greek Lifestyle.

Kales Apokeas!

GL x