Tag: Greek traditions

According to the Greek Orthodox Church, Clean Monday marks the official beginning of the Great Lent. This significant movable feast involves specific spiritual and dietary restrictions for believers as they begin a period of cleansing and repentance. Adherence to these rules is a way to prepare both body and soul for Easter.

Green Monday, or Clean Monday (Kathara Deftera in Greek), marks the beginning of the 40-day fasting period before Easter for Greek Orthodox Christians. This guide explores the diverse and delicious array of plant-based and seafood dishes that can be enjoyed on this special day, proving that abstaining from meat and dairy doesn't mean sacrificing flavor.

With more beehives per acre than any other country in Europe, Greeks consume double the European and American averages for honey consumption. This love affair is rooted deep in the country's past, where honey was not just a sweetener but a cornerstone of their civilization, cuisine, and mythology.