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Flavours of the South Aegean: the memory of the islands at the table

From Santorini’s fava to the festivals of Kasos, Aegean gastronomy tells stories of place, people and tradition For years, the islands of the South Aegean have been internationally associated with light, sea and Cycladic landscapes. Yet behind this familiar image, another force was quietly shaping the travel experience: gastronomy. A cuisine born from simplicity, the wisdom of necessity, and a deep respect for the land and the sea. “The beaches and landscapes brought visitors to our islands. Gastronomy, however, is

Lateen Sailing, the Sail of the Mediterranean

Its recognition as intangible national cultural heritage brings back into focus the traditional triangular sail that tamed the Greek seas for centuries. The image of a white triangular sail gliding across the calm, deep-blue waters of the Aegean is emblematic of a country that has relied more than any other on the sea and its sailors. Today, this sail remains familiar in its simplicity, yet few know how to call it by its name and even fewer how to use

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Isaiah Collier Quartet Brings Collier Plays Coltrane to STOA Culture

As part of its Summer in the Courtyard programme, STOA Culture, supported by PPC as its Major Sponsor, welcomes acclaimed American saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist Isaiah Collier for his first-ever performance in Athens. Joined by his quartet, Collier presents Collier Plays Coltrane, a powerful musical tribute marking the 100th anniversary of the birth of jazz legend John Coltrane. Rather than recreating Coltrane’s music note for note, Collier approaches the repertoire as a deeply personal exploration of the saxophonist’s artistic and spiritual
Dance Days Chania 2026: Contemporary Dance Festival Returns to Crete
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Dance Days Chania returns with 16 days of contemporary dance across Chania

For sixteen consecutive years, Dance Days Chania has transformed the city into a vibrant meeting point for contemporary dance. This year’s edition, taking place from 20 July to 2 August 2026, brings together more than 90 dance artists from Greece and abroad in a programme that explores movement as a language of resilience, connection and social dialogue. Performances unfold not only at the Mikis Theodorakis Theatre, but also in cultural venues, public squares, parks and neighbourhoods throughout Chania. The festival
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