A new storm breaks out outside and we hear the sea roaring in the distance, Poseidon must have celebrated the solstice in style. Leneone is starting, the month between January and February that for the ancient Greeks was the heart of winter. The period of storms and cold winds, but also the time of conviviality. While waiting for the coffee to be ready, warm up with a read on our blog!

While it is true that Italians and Greeks are “one face, one race” and have woven a complex web of shared history, knowledge and culture for millennia, Greek traditions do not always correspond to Italian ones, especially in religious holidays that involve different celebrations for Catholics and Orthodox. In this article we tell you about the 10 traditions that will enliven our Christmas and New Year. Are you ready to leave with us for this journey into the festive cuisine and celebrations of Kefalonia?

Like every year, even in this disastrous 2020 the first snakes appeared in the Church of Panagia Lagouvarda (or Panagia Fidousa, Panagia of the snakes) in Markopoulo and in nearby Arginia, Kefalonia.

You are almost ready to pack your suitcases, have carefully read your travel guide and took notes on Greek more exclusive beaches, historical sites, traditional celebrations and delicious food. But are you really ready to hop on your plane and reach the land of gods? Each and every country in the world has curiosities and local habits you probably don’t know. Some could make you smile; others could even land you a ticket if you are not careful! Greece is not an exception. So, before boarding, check out this list of curious facts about this great country.