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National Greek lifestyle

On today's menu: Greek fast food (slideshow)

Gyro Wikipedia Commons/Pvasiliadis Anywhere you go in Greece, from the smallest village to the largest city, a souvlaki shop is easy to find. The...
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Ouzo: Greece's most popular aperitif

Whether you're at a seaside cafe enjoying the summer sun or huddled near the wood stove in a village kafeneio (coffee house) in the winter, ouzo is...
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On today's menu: Tsatziki

Tsatziki is an extremely popular dish in Greece. It's served in almost every restaurant, taverna, souvlatzidiko, and xeniktadiko. To find out the...
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On today's menu: baklava

Pastries and sweets in Greece aren't usually served as a dessert. They are used in celebrations, such as weddings and baptisms. Sweets are offered...
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Early elections in Greece

PM Karamanlis WikimediaCommons/Arcimboldo Greece is currently caught up in the frenzy of the last few weeks of campaigning as the country hunkers...
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Oxi Day in Greece

Military parade on Oxi Day. Wikimedia Commons/Tourbillon October 28 is a major public holiday in Greece, giving all citizens the opportunity to...
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Greece 101: What are my dining options?

Tempting lamb and other local delicacies outside barbeque grill house. Copyright 2009 Rachel de Carlos Greece is a place where freshly cooked food...
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Voting in Greece

Socialist campaign center. Wikimedia Commons/Michalis Famelis Voting becomes the responsibility of every Greek citizen at the age of 18. Each...
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