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Greek Cuisine: Its Evolution and Influences

Dec 6, 2023 | Culture & Society

Greek cuisine is a unique mosaic of flavors shaped by various influences over the centuries....

Callas, La Divina

Dec 2, 2023 | Arts in Greece, Culture & Society

Maria Callas was arguably the quintessential soprano, lauded for her exceptional vocal range, dramatic versatility, and ability to convey deep emotions through her performances. She is widely regarded as one of the greatest sopranos of the 20th century, credited with reviving interest in bel canto opera and popularizing it to a wider audience – all of which rightfully earned her the characterization “La Divina (The Divine One)”.

The Athens Development and Destination Management Agency (EATA)

Nov 13, 2023 | Business | Innovation, Culture & Society

The Athens Development and Destination Management Agency (EATA) plans and implements development and promotion projects to improve the city’s image as an ideal destination for visitors, professionals and investors.

Cycladic architecture, stunningly blending with the endless blue of the Aegean sea

Nov 1, 2023 | Culture & Society, Destinations

Influenced by the Greek islands’ history, landscape and climate, the unique Cycladic architecture is a brilliant mix of cubic houses, blue-domed churches, cobblestone streets and iconic windmills.

Aylon Lyceum opens its gates

Oct 31, 2023 | Culture & Society

Aylon Lyceum is a new cultural space which opens its gates to the public in November; its first exhibition, “Democracy and Eudemonia”, invites visitors to explore Greek philosophical thinking and the ways to live well in a state, through an interactive experience where each exhibit is also a challenge.

Freud visiting the Acropolis: the father of psychoanalysis’ “disturbance of memory” and his relation to ancient Greek thought

Oct 26, 2023 | Culture & Society

Sigmund Freud was already 48 when he travelled to Athens in 1904. He experienced a feeling of astonishment and disbelief that puzzled him and which he described in a text, titled ‘A Disturbance of Memory on the Acropolis’ is now considered a key point of reference. We examine the relation of Freud and his psychoanalytic theories to Ancient Greek thought and the myths of Narcissus and Oedipus

A Tribute to Plato

Oct 25, 2023 | Culture & Society

A tribute to arguably the most important philosopher of Ancient Greece, Plato.

HHF Greek Canadian Archives at York University

Oct 24, 2023 | Culture & Society

The Hellenic Heritage Foundation Greek Canadian Archives at York University (HHF GCA) is an initiative designed to collect, preserve, and create resources relating to the history of Hellenism in Canada. Thanks to the commitment of its donors, partners, and community, the HHF GCA physical collection has seen remarkable growth over the past year.