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September's Article: The Greeks of Australia Special Feature: Regional Greek Wines - Attica & Central Greece
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Featured Destination: Cyclades - Andros September's Recipe: Grilled Banana Split with Merenda and Crumbled Nogat or Greek Pastelli
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September's Recipe:
Grilled Banana Split with Merenda and Crumbled Nogat or Greek Pastelli

Make sure everything that precedes this dessert is right off the grill! This is one banana split sure to send you straight to that most Mediterranean of customs, the afternoon siesta.

Ingredients:
  • 3 ounces Italian nougat or Greek pastelli
  • 4 large, firm bananas, stem tips removed, split lengthwise, with peel on
  • 3 tbsp brandy or orange liqueur
  • 2 tbsp honey, preferably Greek thyme or pine honey
  • 1 scant tsp ground cinnamon
  • 8 scoops vanilla or chocolate ice cream
  • 1/2 cup Merenda or other chocolate-hazelnut spread (Nutella)
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp almond extract
Preparation:

Place the nougat or pastelli on a sturdy work surface over a piece of parchment paper. Cover with another piece of parchment, and using a kitchen mallet, hammer until crumbled. Set aside. (The crushed nougat or pastelli can be made up to a week ahead and set aside in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.) Heat the Grill to medium.

Make the sauce:
In a double boiler over medium heat, melt the Nutella. Add the cream and almond extract and stir until blended. Keep warm, covered with plastic and in the double boiler. Place bananas cut side down on the grill and cook for about 3 minutes, until the bananas are lined with grill marks. In the meantime, whisk together the brandy, honey, and cinnamon. Turn the bananas over so that the flesh side is up, brush generously with the brandy mixture, close the lid on the grill (make sure the vents are open), and continue cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the bananas are cooked through. Remove carefully. Peel the bananas and place two grilled halves in each serving dish, preferably a glass boat. Top with two scoops of ice cream, drizzle with the sauce, and garnish with the crushed candy. Serve immediately.

4 servings


Excerpts and Photography from: Mediterranean Grilling
by Diane Kochilas
 
 September's Article
 The Greeks of Australia

The Greeks of Australia

For the most part, credit could be given by all standards to the parents. Family esteem and responsibility via hard work and discipline are the primary qualities for any child raised within the Greek family. Childhood is normally preoccupied with assigned duties and employment, restricting entertainment and amusement. Greek parents assumed firm discipline over their children, often ignoring teachers and other external mediators, to maintain their cultural distinctiveness and individuality. After all, parents were equally determined to sacrifice their own wellbeing and leisure, to work long hours and overtime, in order to invest heavily in their children's education, thus providing them with better opportunities.

By the 1990s the Greek Australians were well consolidated into the broader Australian society and their vigorous input was recognized. Many excelled in the cinema industry and theatre as actors, directors and producers. A large number of Greek Australians became notable academics, authors and journalists. Many advanced as chief executive officers of large corporations, including Toyota and Ericsson, while many appeared in the social and physical sciences as researchers and senior scholars. A larger number of second and third generation Greek Australians entered the legal profession as barristers, whilst some were accepted into the judicial system and became eminent judges and magistrates. A significant number of them were appointed directors in various government departments and some of them managed to become advisors to government ministers and heads of staff for state Premiers and Australian Prime Ministers. Data at the National Centre for Hellenic Studies and Research, La Trobe University attest to the names and the career of personalities who entered the aforementioned vocational disciplines together with those Greek Australians who demonstrated a continuing interest in public affairs, commerce and business.

Greek Australians did not lose interest in the country they and their parents left behind. They became embroiled in the social, political and religious turmoil of Greece with passion and determination that equaled or even exceeded that of their compatriots of the metropolis. This can be seen in the impact that the Cypriot (1974-2004) and Macedonian (1992 and 1994) issues had on the second and third generations of Greek Australians as well as in the intergenerational celebrations resulting from Greece's achievement in the Euro 2004 football championship in Portugal (July 2004) and the successful hosting of the Athens Olympic Games (August 2004).


This concludes our article on Greeks in Australia, which was first featured in our November 2010 newsletter. Visit our newsletter archive to read the entire article. Excerpts and Photography from
The Greeks in Australia
by Anastasios Tamis
   
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Merenda Pavlidis Greek Chocolate and Hazelnut Spread 400g

Merenda Pavlidis Greek Chocolate and Hazelnut Spread 400g
Orino Greek Snack Bar with Honey - Traditional Sesame Pasteli 70g

Orino Greek Snack Bar with Honey - Traditional Sesame Pasteli 70g
Sithon Greek Pine Tree Honey, 450 grams

Sithon Greek Pine Tree Honey, 450 grams
Sithon Greek Blossom Honey, 450 grams

Sithon Greek Blossom Honey, 450 grams




 Special Feature: Regional Greek Wines
 Part I - Attica & Central Greece
     
  One of the grapes most frequently grown in Attica, indeed in the whole of Greece, is the excellent white wine grape Savatiano, which can produce wines that are moderately alcoholic, but distinctly robust and full of character. It is perfectly adapted to the hot climate and very dry soils of Attica. Savatiano is not only extensively made into the resin-flavored retsina. Kantza, Chateau Matsa, and the white Cava Cambas also owe a lot to it.

Savatiano is the favorite, but not only the variety of grape growing in Attic soil. The estate of Chateau Matsa is experimenting with Assyrtiko and Athiri, which originally had their home in the stony Cycladean soil of Santorini. The Malagousia grape, an aromatic variety with a scent of lemon, which first reached northern Greece in 1960, is also being tried out here. The Rhoditis grape from the Ionian islands is being grown by the estate of La Reine Tour. George Pachys set up his wine business in 1908 on an estate previously belonging to Queen Amalia. In 1919 it was taken over by Lavria Serpieri, who has exported her highly respected wine to France, Egypt, and even the United States. Today, under the management of the Serpieri grandson, the estate may have shrunk to one third of its original size but, among others, it produces Pyrgos Vassilissis, which is considered to be one of Attica's best red wines.

In addition, there are a number of other estates, which have recently succeeded in acquiring a good reputation by means of good vintages and sundry international prizes: the Hatzimichalis, Fragou, Vassiliou, Strofila, Semeli, and Megapanos wine companies. By harvesting early and using modern winemaking methods, they have recently succeeded in making good dry vins ordinaries with surprisingly fresh orange and peach bouquets.
 
 
  Featured Local Wines in Attica and Central Greece  
 
Cava Hatzimichalis
: The dry Cabernet Sauvignon from this estate has a wonderful deep red color. It has a scent of red berries, a spicy, velvety taste, and is best served with game dishes and with cheese.

Chateau Semeli: For this dry red, grown on 25 acres (10 hectares) of land, 90% Cabernet Sauvignon is mixed with 10% Merlot. After two years maturing in new French oak barrels, it finally matures for a further year in the bottle. It tastes its full-bodied best at around 65°F (18°C) and is drunk with meat, game and cheese.

Savatiano Fragou: Savatiano from the Fragou vineyard is a light Attic white wine with a very fresh, flowery taste. It is one of the best-loved vins ordinaires of the region and is recommended for serving with fish and seafood dishes at a temperature of 50°F (10°C). This wine is Assiminia Fragou Vineyards especially on American buying trips, is also due to the expertise of head oenologist Yannis Allageorgiou.

Ampelonas Vassiliou: This dry vin ordinaire is made from 85% Savatiano and 15% Moscofilero grapes. At a temperature of 50°F (10°C), it goes well with fresh salmon and seafood. This very fruity wine is not recommended for long storage. Only a limited quantity of this wine comes onto the market each year.
 
     

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24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Bracelet - Square Greek Key Motif Links (6mm)

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24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Greek Key Motif Links (32mm)

24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Greek Key Motif Links (32mm)
24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Greek Key Motif Links (27mm)

24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Greek Key Motif Links (27mm)
24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Zig Zag Greek Key Motif (3mm)

24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Zig Zag Greek Key Motif (3mm)
24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Greek Key Motif Links (3mm)

24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Greek Key Motif Links (3mm)
24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Phaistos Discs (12mm)

24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Necklace - Phaistos Discs (12mm)
24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Earrings - Triangle w/ Greek Key Motif (44mm)

24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Earrings - Triangle w/ Greek Key Motif (44mm)
24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring - Greek Key Motif (4mm)

24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring - Greek Key Motif (4mm)
24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring - Greek Key Motif Stem Overlap

24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring - Greek Key Motif Stem Overlap
24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring - Greek Key Motif (4mm)

24k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring - Greek Key Motif (4mm)
14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone & Anchor (21mm)

14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone & Anchor (21mm)
14k Gold Orthodox Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone & Jesus (16mm)

14k Gold Orthodox Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone & Jesus (16mm)
14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone (18mm)

14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone (18mm)
14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone (15mm)

14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone (15mm)
14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone (14mm)

14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Lapis Stone (14mm)
14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Blue Glass (12mm)

14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Blue Glass (12mm)
14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Green Glass (12mm)

14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Green Glass (12mm)
14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Clear Glass (12mm)

14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Clear Glass (12mm)
14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Red Glass (12mm)

14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Red Glass (12mm)
14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Sea Green Glass (12mm)

14k Gold Cross Pendant w/ Sea Green Glass (12mm)
14k Gold Pendant - Serpent w/ Lapis Stone (24mm)

14k Gold Pendant - Serpent w/ Lapis Stone (24mm)
14k Gold Pendant - Serpent w/ Turquoise Stone (24mm)

14k Gold Pendant - Serpent w/ Turquoise Stone (24mm)
14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Lapis Stone (29mm)

14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Lapis Stone (29mm)
14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Lapis Stone (15mm)

14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Lapis Stone (15mm)
14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Lapis Stone (16mm)

14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Lapis Stone (16mm)
14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Turquoise Stone (16mm)

14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Turquoise Stone (16mm)
14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Lapis Stone (17mm)

14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Lapis Stone (17mm)
14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Turquoise Stone (17mm)

14k Gold Pendant - Dolphin w/ Turquoise Stone (17mm)
14k Gold Ring - Serpent (Size 7, Adjustable)

14k Gold Ring - Serpent (Size 7, Adjustable)
14k Gold Ring - Serpent (Size 8, Adjustable)

14k Gold Ring - Serpent (Size 8, Adjustable)
14k Gold Ring - Serpent (Size 6)

14k Gold Ring - Serpent (Size 6)
14k Gold Ring - Turquoise Stone w/ Greek Key (Size 8)

14k Gold Ring - Turquoise Stone w/ Greek Key (Size 8)
14k Gold Ring - Lapis Stone w/ Greek Key (Size 8)

14k Gold Ring - Lapis Stone w/ Greek Key (Size 8)
14k Gold Ring - Turquoise Stone w/ Greek Key (Size 7)

14k Gold Ring - Turquoise Stone w/ Greek Key (Size 7)
14k Gold Ring - Lapis Stone w/ Greek Key (Size 8)

14k Gold Ring - Lapis Stone w/ Greek Key (Size 8)
14k Gold Ring - Greek Island Cat (Size 7)

14k Gold Ring - Greek Island Cat (Size 7)
14k Gold Ring - Dolphin w/ Ocean Wave (Size 6)

14k Gold Ring - Dolphin w/ Ocean Wave (Size 6)
 Stainless Steel Jewelry
Stainless Steel Cuff Bracelet - Large Greek Key Motifs 91-6851

Stainless Steel Cuff Bracelet - Large Greek Key Motifs 91-6851
Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Square Minoan Swirl Motifs - Black 6355

Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Square Minoan Swirl Motifs - Black 6355
Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Square Minoan Swirl Motifs - Yellow 6355

Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Square Minoan Swirl Motifs - Yellow 6355
Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Square Minoan Swirl Motifs - Turquoise 6355

Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Square Minoan Swirl Motifs - Turquoise 6355
Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Squares & Circles & Greek Key 6347

Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Squares & Circles & Greek Key 6347
Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Circles & Swirl Motifs 6360

Stainless Steel & Enamel Cuff Bracelet - Circles & Swirl Motifs 6360
Stainless Steel Cuff Bracelet - Greek Key Motif Silver w/ Gold Border (22mm)

Stainless Steel Cuff Bracelet - Greek Key Motif Silver w/ Gold Border (22mm)
     
 London 2012 Official Olympic Game Collectible Pins
London 2012 Phone Box Pin

London 2012 Phone Box Pin
London 2012 Double Decker Bus Pin

London 2012 Double Decker Bus Pin
London 2012 Wenlock Sports Gymnastics Pin

London 2012 Wenlock Sports Gymnastics Pin
London 2012 Cup of Tea Pin

London 2012 Cup of Tea Pin
London 2012 UK / US Flag Pin

London 2012 UK / US Flag Pin
London 2012 US Flag Pin

London 2012 US Flag Pin
London 2012 Mascot Wenlock Palace Guard Pin

London 2012 Mascot Wenlock Palace Guard Pin
London 2012 Mascot Wenlock Police Pin

London 2012 Mascot Wenlock Police Pin
London 2012 Mascot Wenlock 1 Year to Go Countdown Pin

London 2012 Mascot Wenlock 1 Year to Go Countdown Pin
London 2012 Pins Set - Mascots & Olympic Rings (8 Pins)

London 2012 Pins Set - Mascots & Olympic Rings (8 Pins)
 Greek Music
Minos Summer 2011 CD

Minos Summer 2011 CD
Non-Stop Mix Vol. 7 by Nikos Halkousis

Non-Stop Mix Vol. 7 by Nikos Halkousis
The Spicy Collection (CD)

The Spicy Collection (CD)
The Sound of Greece Today (CD)

The Sound of Greece Today (CD)
40 Klasika Zeibekika (2CD)

40 Klasika Zeibekika (2CD)
Ta Hasiklidika (3CD)

Ta Hasiklidika (3CD)
Ta Laika Tis Platieas Omonias (2CD)

Ta Laika Tis Platieas Omonias (2CD)
Edo Panivar - 57 Laika Dinata Tragoudia (3CD)

Edo Panivar - 57 Laika Dinata Tragoudia (3CD)
Music & Cuisine : Greece (CD + Recipe Booklet)

Music & Cuisine : Greece (CD + Recipe Booklet)
Solitudes : Santorini Splendor CD

Solitudes : Santorini Splendor CD
Zontani Ihografisi 2011 - Ei Man Koita Brosta, Pyx Lax

Zontani Ihografisi 2011 - Ei Man Koita Brosta, Pyx Lax
Live Ta Megala Tragoudia Epi Skinis, Giorgos Dalaras (6CD)

Live Ta Megala Tragoudia Epi Skinis, Giorgos Dalaras (6CD)
In Rock, Stelios Rokkos (2CD)

In Rock, Stelios Rokkos (2CD)
21+4 Matomena Dakria, Notis Sfakianakis (2CD)

21+4 Matomena Dakria, Notis Sfakianakis (2CD)
Me Tin Agapi Ta Ho Vali, Aggeliki Iliadi

Me Tin Agapi Ta Ho Vali, Aggeliki Iliadi
Ena Piano Mia Foni - Gazarte Live I & II, Alkistis Protopsalti (2CD)

Ena Piano Mia Foni - Gazarte Live I & II, Alkistis Protopsalti (2CD)
Tarira, Elena Tsaligopoulou

Tarira, Elena Tsaligopoulou
Greatest Hits and More, Elena Paparizou (3CD)

Greatest Hits and More, Elena Paparizou (3CD)
O Trelos Mou Harakiras, Zafiris Melas

O Trelos Mou Harakiras, Zafiris Melas
Adikrista, Kostas Makedonas

Adikrista, Kostas Makedonas
O Elahistos Eavtos, Thanasis Papakonstandinou

O Elahistos Eavtos, Thanasis Papakonstandinou
Ta Dika Mas Tragoudia, Hristos Dantis

Ta Dika Mas Tragoudia, Hristos Dantis
Eggyisi, Hara Verra

Eggyisi, Hara Verra
Erota Me Lene, Efi Thodi

Erota Me Lene, Efi Thodi
Mistirio Treno, George Sabanis

Mistirio Treno, George Sabanis
 Children's Toys, DVDs & Music in Greek
Fisher Price Laugh & Learn - Greek Learning Phone Ages 6mo+

Fisher Price Laugh & Learn - Greek Learning Phone Ages 6mo+
Fisher Price Fun to Learn - Greek All in One Learning Desk Ages 3-7

Fisher Price Fun to Learn - Greek All in One Learning Desk Ages 3-7
Fisher Price Laugh & Learn - Greek Smart Soccer Ball Ages 6-36mo

Fisher Price Laugh & Learn - Greek Smart Soccer Ball Ages 6-36mo
Fisher Price Laugh & Learn - Puppy's Animal Friends in Greek Ages 6-36mo

Fisher Price Laugh & Learn - Puppy's Animal Friends in Greek Ages 6-36mo
MG Toys Play & Learn - Smart Greek Phone Ages 2+

MG Toys Play & Learn - Smart Greek Phone Ages 2+
Greek Alphabet Magnetic Chalk & White Board w/ Lowercase Greek Letters Ages 4+

Greek Alphabet Magnetic Chalk & White Board w/ Lowercase Greek Letters Ages 4+
Disney :: Mickey, Donald, and Goofy : The Three Musketeers, DVD (PAL/Zone 2)

Disney :: Mickey, Donald, and Goofy : The Three Musketeers, DVD (PAL/Zone 2)
Disney :: Mickey's Summer Madness, DVD (PAL/Zone 2)

Disney :: Mickey's Summer Madness, DVD (PAL/Zone 2)
Dora the Explorer : To Sakidio tis Dora's Vol. 5, In Greek (PAL)

Dora the Explorer : To Sakidio tis Dora's Vol. 5, In Greek (PAL)
Dora the Explorer : To Mousiko Kouti Vol. 12, In Greek (PAL)

Dora the Explorer : To Mousiko Kouti Vol. 12, In Greek (PAL)
Ta Zouzounia Tragoudoun Gia Ta Zoakia

Ta Zouzounia Tragoudoun Gia Ta Zoakia
Snoufel To Lagoudaki - Parea Me Ton Snoufel CD

Snoufel To Lagoudaki - Parea Me Ton Snoufel CD
Protes lekseis - First Greek Words and Sentences in Greek and English

Protes lekseis - First Greek Words and Sentences in Greek and English
   
 Women's Greek Fisherman Hats & Children's Apparel
Women's Denim Greek Fisherman's Hat

Women's Denim Greek Fisherman's Hat
Women's Black Wool Greek Fisherman's Hat

Women's Black Wool Greek Fisherman's Hat
Women's Brown Corduroy Greek Fisherman's Hat

Women's Brown Corduroy Greek Fisherman's Hat
Women's Grey Wool Greek Fisherman's Hat

Women's Grey Wool Greek Fisherman's Hat
Infant Greek My Mama Loves Me Onesie / Romper

Infant Greek My Mama Loves Me Onesie / Romper
Infant Greek My Mama Loves Me Bib

Infant Greek My Mama Loves Me Bib
Children's Greek My Mama Loves Me Tshirt

Children's Greek My Mama Loves Me Tshirt
Children's Greek My Mama Loves Me Sweatshirt

Children's Greek My Mama Loves Me Sweatshirt
Infant Greek My Mpampa Loves Me Onesie / Romper

Infant Greek My Mpampa Loves Me Onesie / Romper
Infant Greek My Mpampa Loves Me Bib

Infant Greek My Mpampa Loves Me Bib
Children's Greek My Mpampa Loves Me Tshirt

Children's Greek My Mpampa Loves Me Tshirt
Children's Greek My Mpampa Loves Me Sweatshirt

Children's Greek My Mpampa Loves Me Sweatshirt
Infant Greek My Pappou Loves Me Onesie / Romper

Infant Greek My Pappou Loves Me Onesie / Romper
Infant Greek My Pappou Loves Me Bib

Infant Greek My Pappou Loves Me Bib
Children's Greek My Pappou Loves Me Tshirt

Children's Greek My Pappou Loves Me Tshirt
Children's Greek My Pappou Loves Me Sweatshirt

Children's Greek My Pappou Loves Me Sweatshirt
Infant Greek My Yiayia Loves Me Onesie / Romper

Infant Greek My Yiayia Loves Me Onesie / Romper
Infant Greek My Yiayia Loves Me Bib

Infant Greek My Yiayia Loves Me Bib
Children's Greek My Yiayia Loves Me Tshirt

Children's Greek My Yiayia Loves Me Tshirt
Children's Greek My Yiayia Loves Me Sweatshirt

Children's Greek My Yiayia Loves Me Sweatshirt
Infant Greek Mati Evil Eye Onesie / Romper

Infant Greek Mati Evil Eye Onesie / Romper
     
 Greek Flags & Gift Ideas
Keychain with Mati Evil Eye Beads and Alexander the Great / Vergina Star 121419

Keychain with Mati Evil Eye Beads and Alexander the Great / Vergina Star 121419
Keychain with Mati Evil Eye Beads and Alexander the Great / Vergina Star 121401

Keychain with Mati Evil Eye Beads and Alexander the Great / Vergina Star 121401
Greek Leather & Suede Cord Bracelet with Beads B172

Greek Leather & Suede Cord Bracelet with Beads B172
Canvas Greek Key Shoulder Bag - Athens Greece Style BG38

Canvas Greek Key Shoulder Bag - Athens Greece Style BG38
Official Greek Vasilopita Coin with Collectors Case & Recipe

Official Greek Vasilopita Coin with Collectors Case & Recipe
Set of 12 Mini Greek Flags - 4x6 in.

Set of 12 Mini Greek Flags - 4x6 in.
Greek Flag String 21ft Long

Greek Flag String 21ft Long
Greek & American Flags with Stand

Greek & American Flags with Stand
Greek & Cyprus Flags with Stand

Greek & Cyprus Flags with Stand
Greek & Cyprus Flags with Stand

Greek & Cyprus Flags with Stand
 Latest Arrivals
 Greek Entertainment DVDs
80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Kai Deilos Kai Tolmiros

80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Kai Deilos Kai Tolmiros
80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Trelladiko Polyteleias

80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Trelladiko Polyteleias
80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Akatamahitos Pilotos

80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Akatamahitos Pilotos
80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Vasika Kalispera sas

80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Vasika Kalispera sas
80s Cult Classic DVDs, Protaris Batsos Ke H Troteza

80s Cult Classic DVDs, Protaris Batsos Ke H Troteza
80s Cult Classic DVDs, Kleftroni Ke Tzentelman

80s Cult Classic DVDs, Kleftroni Ke Tzentelman
80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - O Erastis

80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - O Erastis
80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Kamikazi Agapi Mou

80s Cult Classic DVDs, Stathis Psaltis - Kamikazi Agapi Mou
80s Cult Classic DVDs, Trohonomos Varvara

80s Cult Classic DVDs, Trohonomos Varvara
Alaloum (1980's) DVD

Alaloum (1980's) DVD
 Vintage Greek City Photo & Advertisement Posters
This month we are adding posters from your favorite regions.
To pre-order any posters from these particular regions please contact us.

Aegean Islands Region - Lemnos
Crete Region - Chania
Crete Region - Herakleion
Cyclades Island Region - Amorgos
Cyclades Island Region - Andros
Cyclades Island Region - Ios
Cyclades Island Region - Keaa
Cyclades Island Region - Kimolos
Cyclades Island Region - Kithnos
Cyclades Island Region - Melos
Cyclades Island Region - Mykonos
Cyclades Island Region - Naxos
Cyclades Island Region - Paros

Cyclades Island Region - Santorini
Cyclades Island Region - Siphnos
Cyclades Island Region - Siros

Dodecanese Region - Kalimnos
Dodecanese Region - Kos
Dodecanese Region - Patmos
Dodecanese Region - Rhodes
Dodecanese Region - Symi
Greece Mainland - Karditsa
Greece Mainland - Magnesia, Volos, Pelion
Greece Mainland - Voiotia
Ionian Islands Region - Kefalonia - Argostoli
Ionian Islands Region - Kefalonia

 Featured Destination
 Cyclades - Andros (part 11 of 22)
GEOGRAPHY Andros is the northernmost island in the Cyclades, the second largest and the closest to Euboia, which is only 7 nautical miles away (Cape Kafirea or Cavo d'Oro). 380 sq. km. in area, 177 km. of coastline, distance from Rafina 36 nautical miles. There are car and passenger ferries from Rafina which also link the island with Tenos and Mykonos, as well as Paros, and Naxos (more frequent during the summer). The island's capital, Andros, has a population of 9,020. Its terrain is mountainous (highest point 994 m. a.s.l.), dissected by ravines and three lush, verdant valleys with running water. The coast is likewise precipitous and there are sandy beaches only in the south. As of old most of the inhabitants are seafarers. On account of its extraordinary scenery, therapeutic springs, picturesque villages and historic monuments, the island is gaining in popularity, despite the locals' objection to tourism.

HISTORY Little is known about the island's remote past. It was colonised by Ionians in historical times and was closely associated with Athens and Euboia. Its acme lasted from the 7th to the 4th century BC, particularly in art and literature. Andros sided with the Medes during the Persian Wars, for which action the Athenians imposed a punitive tax. A member of the Athenian League, it supported Sparta in the Peloponnesian War, afterwards passing into Macedonian hands and, later, to the Romans who ceded it to Attalos of Pergamon. The floru it enjoyed in Byzantine times, despite persistent piratical attacks, was due to the thriving silk industry. In 1207 it was taken by the Venetians, belonging to the Duchy of Naxos, and was ceded to Marinos Dandolos. At that time towers and castles were erected all over the island to ward off marauding pirates. It was sacked in 1537 by Barbarossa and captured by the Turks in 1566. The insurgence against the Turks in 1821 was led by Kairis.

SIGHTS-MONUMENTS The island's capital, Andros (Chora), is built on the southeast side on the same site as the medieval town. In appearance it is typically Cycladic with steep, narrow streets, pristine white houses, archways and churches. At Mesa Kastro, built by the Venetians on the tiny peninsula on the outskirts of Chora, parts of the ramparts, tower and vaulted stone bridge over the moat, uniting it with Kato Kastro, can still be seen today. Entry to Mesa Kastro was through a main gateway (oxoporta) and smaller, secondary gateways (paraportia). Sections of the walls and traces of the buildings have survived from the Kato Kastro. In Chora itself the churchs of the Virgin Palatiani and the Virgin Hodegitria are worth visiting, as is the Maritime Museum, the Archaeological Museum, with rich finds of all eras, and the Art Gallery with works by the sculptor Tobros.

To the west of Chora are the villages of Lamyra, Strapouries and Ypsila with their gardens and greenery, as well as Menites, one of the loveliest on the island with ruined towers and the church of the Madonna of Koumoulos. Further south is Mesaria, centre of the island in the 18th and 19th century, with the Kairis family tower and church of the Taxiarchs, built in the reign of Manuel Comnenus (1143 - 1180), according to an inscription, and with an 18th century marble iconostasis. The churches of Archangel Michael at Melida and the Dormition at Mesathouri are contemporary with the church of the Taxiarchs, while the monastery of Panachrantos at Fallika was founded in 961 by Nicephorus Phocas, after the liberation of Crete. 9 km. southeast of Chora is the village of Livadia with its Frankish church, in olden days the Catholic cathedral. At Apoikia (northwest of Chora) are the Sariza springs and to the north the monastery of St. Nicholas (18th century). Stenies, another very attractive village to the north of Apoikia, has many handsome houses, mostly belonging to sea captains and sailors. One of the most beautiful regions of the island extends from just south of Chora as far as Korthi and includes several charming villages and Venetian towers. The church of the Virgin Phaneromeni at Kochylos merits a visit and the castle to the north, built in the early years of Venetian occupation, is variously known as Apano Kastro, Palaiokastro or tis Grias to Kastro.

On the southernmost tip of the west coast, at Zagora, excavations have brought to light finds of the Geometric era (8th century BC), indicating that the region was also at its zenith during the 7th century. At Palaiopolis, on the west coast of the island, are the ruins of the ancient capital of Andros and its acropolis, which survived into Byzantine times. Batsi (27 km. northwest of Chora), to the north of Palaiochora is extremely popular with tourists. Aprovato, north of Batsi, has a ruined tower and monastery of the Lifegiving Source (Zoodochos Pege), patron of the island. A road leads from Batsi to the village of Katakoilos and from there to the mountain village of Arnas, set in the midst of woodland. On the west side of the island is its main port, Gavrion (34 km. from Chora). On the north side of Andros, just beyond the village of Aghios Petros is Kastellaki, with a ruined tower. Further north, at Makrotalanto, the ruins of yet another medieval garrison are preserved. North of here are the villages of Kalyvari and Varidi and on the hill above them the remains of a fortress known as Vriokastro. Notable churches in the Fellos region (3.5 km. north of Gavrion) are those of St. Charalambos and the Transfiguration. The beaches in both bays at Chora, Nimborio and Paraporti are fine for swimming and sea sports, as are those at Korthio, Batsi, Gavrion and Vitali. For those with boats, water is available at Batsi and water and fuel at Chora. There are several hotels and furnished flats to let.

Next month: The Islands of the Cyclades - Tenos, Part 12 of 22


 September 2011 Greek Orthodox Calendar
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
        1
Ecclesiastical New Year

Synaxis of the Recovery of the Icon of the Most Holy Theotokos

Symeon the Stylite
2
12th Friday after Pentecost

Mammas the Martyr

John the Abstainer, Patriarch of Constantinople
3
12th Saturday after Pentecost

Anthimos, Bishop of Nicomedea

Holy Father Theoctistus and his fellow struggler Euthymius the Great
4
12th Sunday of Matthew

Babylas the Holy Martyr

Moses the Prophet & Godseer
5
Zacharias the Prophet & Righteous Elizabeth, parents of St. John the Baptist

Urban, Theodore, & Medimnos the Hieromartyrs and the 77 Companions at Nicomedea
6
The Miracle at Colassai of Archangel Michael

Holy Martyr Calodotus
7
13th Wednesday after Pentecost

The Forefeast of the Nativity of the Theotokos

Sozon the Martyr
8
The Nativity of Our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary

Sophronios, Bishop of Iberia
9
The Holy & Righteous Ancestors of God, Joachim and Anna

Severianos the Martyr of Sebaste

Theophanes the Confessor
10
Saturday before Holy Cross

Menodora, Metrodora, & Nymphodora the Martyrs

Poulcheria the Empress
11
Sunday before Holy Cross

Theodora the Martyr of Alexandria

Euphrosynos the Cook
12
Forefeast of the Elevation of the Holy Cross

Apodosis of the Nativity of Our Most Holy Lady the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary

Autonomos the Martyr
13
Forefeast of the Elevation of the Holy Cross

Memorial of the founding of the Holy Temple: Holy Resurrection of Christ

Cornelius the Centurion & Martyr
14
The Elevation of the Venerable and Life-Giving Cross

Commemoration of the 6th Ecumenical Council
15
Nikitas the Great Martyr

Philotheos the Righteous

Bessarion of Larissa
16
Euphemia the Great Martyr

Sebastiana, Disciple of St. Paul the Apostle

Dorotheos the Hermit of Egypt
17
Saturday after Holy Cross

Sophia & her three daughters: Faith, Hope, and Love

Herakleides & Myron, Bishops of Crete
18
Sunday after Holy Cross

Eumenios, Bishop of Gortyna

Ariadne the Martyr
19
Monday of the 1st Week

Trophimos, Sabbatios, & Dorymedon the Martyrs

Afterfeast of the Holy Cross
20
Eustathios the Great Martyr, his wife and two children

Our Righteous Father Eustathius, Archbishop of Thessolonica

Hilarion the New Martyr of Crete
21
Wednesday of the 1st Week

Apodosis of the Elevation of the Venerable and Life-Giving Cross

St. Quadratus the Apostle
22
Thursday of the 1st Week

Phocas the Martyr, Bishop of Sinope

Phocas the Cyprian
23
The Conception of St. John the Baptist

Xanthippe & Polyxene the Righteous

John the New Martyr of Epiros
24
Thekla the Protomartyr & Equal-to-the-Apostles

St. Silouan of Athos

Coprios the Righteous
25
1st Sunday of Luke

Euphrosyne of Alexandria

Paphnoutios the Martyr & his 546 Companions in Egypt
26
The Falling Asleep of St. John the Evangelist and Theologian
27
Tuesday of the 2nd Week

Kallistratos the Martyr & his 49 Companions

Mark, Aristarchos, & Zenon, Apostles of the 70
28
Chariton the Confessor

Our Righteous Father Alkeisonus, Metropolitan of Nicopolis; Old Epirus

Baruch the Prophet
29
Thursday of the 2nd Week

Kyriakos the Hermit of Palestine

Martyr Petronius
30
Gregory the Illuminator, Bishop of Armenia

Mardonios & Stratonikos the Martyrs
 

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