Those who have always wanted a break from the chaos of Christmas and all the planning and organisation, might have dreamed of an overseas getaway. Greece has a long and rich orthodox history and tradition and the festive period in Greece is a fascinating experience. Most importantly, it has bred some wonderful culinary traditions and what could be more important at Christmas than the food? We've been highlighting some of the most important pastries, sweets, and treats to get your hands on so just find your vacation rental with internet in Greece and start planning your festive getaway menu with more of these key Greek Christmas delights...
4. Krasomelo (Greek Mulled Wine)
The Greek take on mulled wine, Krasmelo, is very similar to many other iterations throughout Europe but with some more regional touches and is a must for anyone trying to get into the Christmas spirit in Greece. You just take a bottle of semi-sweet or sweet red wine and add spices like cinnamon, cloves, peppercorn, cardamom, and nutmeg, before heating it over a low heat for a long period of time. There are lots of variations of possible ingredients and some regions also add star anise, dried fruit and orange zest but all mulled wine in Greece requires a few spoonfuls of authentic Greek honey to be the real deal. The perfect thing to curl up with after days of exploring Greece in the slightly colder winter months.
5. Diples
Diples, or Thiples (Δίπλες in Greek) are a dessert that originally comes from the region of Peloponnese. They are made from thin sheets of dough that are rolled into long, thin strips, fried and folded in hot oil, then dipped in sugar or honey syrup, and topped with crushed walnuts and a dusting of cinnamon. They come in various shapes but are delicious no matter what form they take and are traditionally served at weddings and New Year's. If you're ringing in the new year in Greece, they are a must.
So, now that you know what to eat, just get planning your festive getaway in Greece!
The Greek take on mulled wine, Krasmelo, is very similar to many other iterations throughout Europe but with some more regional touches and is a must for anyone trying to get into the Christmas spirit in Greece. You just take a bottle of semi-sweet or sweet red wine and add spices like cinnamon, cloves, peppercorn, cardamom, and nutmeg, before heating it over a low heat for a long period of time. There are lots of variations of possible ingredients and some regions also add star anise, dried fruit and orange zest but all mulled wine in Greece requires a few spoonfuls of authentic Greek honey to be the real deal. The perfect thing to curl up with after days of exploring Greece in the slightly colder winter months.
5. Diples
Diples, or Thiples (Δίπλες in Greek) are a dessert that originally comes from the region of Peloponnese. They are made from thin sheets of dough that are rolled into long, thin strips, fried and folded in hot oil, then dipped in sugar or honey syrup, and topped with crushed walnuts and a dusting of cinnamon. They come in various shapes but are delicious no matter what form they take and are traditionally served at weddings and New Year's. If you're ringing in the new year in Greece, they are a must.
So, now that you know what to eat, just get planning your festive getaway in Greece!
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Richard Arthur Norton / CC BY 3.0