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Cretan Christmas Traditions

19/12/2022

The Cretan Christmas traditions follow the rules of the Greek Orthodox faith with some critical secularization elements somewhat similar to international customs; for example, there will be non-traditional Christmas lights everywhere and Christmas trees. Karavaki – Christmas Boats All over Crete, particularly on the coastlines, in every village – usually at its main entrance –...Read More

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Wine Making: An Ancient Craft

21/11/2022

“There’s a land called Crete, in the middle of the sea that looks like wine, It’s beautiful and fertile, surrounded by the waves.” ~ Homer, Odyssey 19.172–173 The Cretan Winemaking History Begins with the Minoans Crete has a long winemaking history with roots in the island’s Minoan past. Archaeologists discovered 41 Minoan wine presses (lēnoi)...Read More

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Rethymno, a Fish and Seafood Foodie Destination

02/11/2022

Rethymno has no shortage of restaurants that satisfy every palate. When locals and visitors want fresh seafood and fish, they have plenty of choices, some with beguiling views of the fortress and the sea, others for prices, and all for quality dishes made from scratch with seasonal ingredients. Here are five fish and seafood tavernas...Read More

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Autumn Traditions on Crete Island: Cretan Raki (Tsikoudia)

23/09/2022

If you visit Crete in the fall – from the end of October until late November – you will see the island like a few other tourists: it is the beginning of the Cretan winter, with many overcast days, wind, and occasional rainfall. But the damp weather does not dampen the spirit of the locals:...Read More

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Cretan Recipes for Vegan Enthusiasts

18/05/2022

The Cretan cuisine is diverse and anchored in its age-long traditions, local crops, and the seasonality of its produce. It’s rare to see something not locally grown on a taverna’s menu. High-end restaurants may feature imported goods on rare occasions. But although most restaurants and tavernas on the island have seafood and fish specific or...Read More

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cretan diet, cretan recipes, fasolada, fava, gigantes beans, Pleurotus Mushrooms, the syntopia, vegan food, vegan recipes

Shisha by the Pool at The Syntopia Hotel: Exotic Flavours and Gypset Vibes

10/03/2022

Do exotic flavours entice you? A sleek convivial atmosphere awaits by the main pool at The Syntopia Hotel, where the air is fragrant with Oriental scents. It’s the shisha bar. So, come and relax by the pool, alone, or in company. It’s a laid-back atmosphere at the shisha bar by the pool. You can sit...Read More

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Five Bars to Visit in Rethymno

22/01/2022

When you choose your next bar or pub crawl in Rethymno, TripAdvisor shows the best-rated watering holes, but “best” is a subjective cause, even when based on AI and customer votes. So, we cannot claim to be recommending the best bars but the ones you are most likely to enjoy for their hipster vibes. Bonobo...Read More

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Cretan Wineries Near The Syntopia Hotel

14/01/2022

Sun-kissed Crete produces some of the best Greek wines, many of them with international recognition, having won prizes in many prestigious competitions. That said, typical tavernas around the island serve only table wine – white or red – to maintain their prices as low as possible for patrons. As a result, you will only find...Read More

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Five Microbreweries in Crete Worth Visiting

27/08/2021

Crete may not have had a craft brewing tradition, but it keeps up with the times, and it is now home to some exceptional artisan breweries that can rival some of the best across Europe and the world. These microbreweries have perfected signature brews and offer brewery tours that allow you to understand their individual...Read More

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5 Heraklion Restaurants You Should not Miss

25/08/2021

Although far from the sophistication of the world’s culinary capitals – New York, Tokyo, Barcelona, Paris, Sydney, Hong Kong, etc. – Heraklion is not an unworthy contender. Its rage of dining options will satisfy the genuine food connoisseurs, those who value authenticity before buzz, tradition instead of avantgarde, cordiality versus austerity. While more expensive than...Read More

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Cretan Christmas Traditions

Wine Making: An Ancient Craft

Rethymno, a Fish and Seafood Foodie Destination

Autumn Traditions on Crete Island: Cretan Raki (Tsikoudia)

Cretan Recipes for Vegan Enthusiasts

Shisha by the Pool at The Syntopia Hotel: Exotic Flavours and Gypset Vibes

Five Bars to Visit in Rethymno

Cretan Wineries Near The Syntopia Hotel

Five Microbreweries in Crete Worth Visiting

5 Heraklion Restaurants You Should not Miss

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