Greek Food Joining Mile High Club
Australian Masterchef judge and serial restaurateur George Calombaris has partnered with Qatar Airways to bring Greek food to passengers flying out of Australia into the Middle East. The route is popular with tens of thousands of expat Greeks who use Qatar and other airlines to connect in Middle Eastern hubs en route to Athens. Passengers […]
Outcome of “North Macedonia” Referendum Puts Tsipras’ Plans in Jeopardy
Just over 35 per cent of eligible voters in the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia took part in what was billed as a “historic” referendum to decide on the nation’s new name of “North Macedonia.” The abstention rate was high— 65 per cent of eligible voters didn’t vote— because of a boycott effort by those […]
The Story Behind America’s Most Iconic Coffee Cup
September 29th is National Coffee Day in the United States and what a better way to honor that day by recalling the legacy of the most iconic coffee cup in America — with its very own Greek connection. As iconic as the Statue of Liberty, the Greek-inspired “anthora” coffee cup is the stuff legends are […]
Ten Really Cool Things to Do With NYC’s Greek-Inspired Coffee Cup
It’s one of the most iconic pieces of New York City popular culture that has made its way from the diner counter to the big screen, and everywhere else in between. Leslie Buck’s famous “Anthora” cup started as a gesture to New York City diner owners’ Greek heritage — and a smart way for the […]
Tsipras: Greece’s Best Strategic Ally is the United States
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras told the Wall Street Journal in an all-encompassing interview that overall for Greece, the United States was the best strategic ally in the region. He was in New York City for the United Nations General Assembly and making media rounds, as well as attending events with community leaders and major […]
On This Day September 28, 2003: Remembering One of America’s Greatest Film Directors
Elia Kazan, Greek immigrant to the United States who became one of the most influential film directors of the 20th century, passed away at the age of 94 on September 28, 2003. Following is an obituary published on September 29, 2003 in The New York Times. The obituary celebrates Kazan’s controversial life and career. Elia […]
U.S. Throws Support Behind Ecumenical Patriarchate on Ukraine Church Autocephaly
The United States government has come out to openly support the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople in the contentious matter of autocephaly for the Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Heather Nauart tweeted an official statement of the State Department that stated that “the U.S. respects the ability of Ukraine’s Orthodox religious leaders and followers to pursue autocephaly according […]
Mykonos in Miami: Nammos to Open at South Beach Delano Hotel
Two iconic brands are joining forces to create an international powerhouse in food and entertainment. Nammos, one of the world’s most well-known beach clubs on the Greek island of Mykonos is coming to South Beach in Miami, Florida. The club/restaurant will open at the famed Delano Hotel, owned by the leading hospitality group sbe. According […]
Where Did the Money for Refugees Go? EU Investigating Greek Government’s Handling of Millions Allocated to Refugee Support
The European Union’s anti-fraud watchdog is investigating the potential misuse of EU funds meant to provide food for refugees in Greece. The announcement comes after the newspaper Fileleftheros published a stinging report, complete with pages of evidence, accusing Greece’s Defense Minister and junior coalition head Panos Kammenos for diverting hundreds of millions of euros intended […]
Greek Tax Authorities Using Drones to Fight Tax Evasion on Santorini
Tax authorities on one of the most popular tourist destinations in Greece are using drones to combat companies that are trying to evade taxes. Day trips by boat are hugely popular on the island of Santorini with thousands of tourists taking trips around the volcanic crater and hot springs. Tax inspectors partnered with the coast […]
