Donnerstag, 2 April 2026
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Minister of Foreign Affairs, George Gerapetritis message on World Greek Language Day (09.02.2026)

https://www.mfa.gr/en/announcement-by-the-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-regarding-the-unanimous-decision-by-unesco-to-proclaim-february-9th-as-world-greek-language-day-uzbekistan-12-11-2025/

Announcement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations (24.10.2025)

Greece hosted an event on “Ensuring freedom of navigation: Maritime security and coordinated actions” on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly

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Greek Mediterranean Diet

The Greek Mediterranean Diet is one of the healthiest diets. It is characterized by a nutritional model that has remained constant over time and space, consisting mainly of olive oil, cereals, fresh or dried fruit and vegetables, a moderate amount of fish, dairy and meat, and many condiments and spices, all accompanied by wine or infusions. According to many researches carried out in the last 50 years in parts of the Mediterranean, including Crete and southern Italy, the Mediterranean diet model is responsible for the longevity of its inhabitants and the absence of heart diseases or diseases of the digestive system.

The Greek Mediterranean Diet though, is not only a diet, but rather a way of life, as it constitutes a set of skills, knowledge and practices, promoting social interaction, since communal meals are the cornerstone of social customs and festive events.

Since November 2010, the Mediterranean Diet has been recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Greece along with Italy, Spain and Morocco, thus reinforcing it not only as a fundamental part of their history and background, but also as a great contribution to the world.

Learn more about Eating Greek and The Cretan Diet.



Letzte Aktualisierung Friday, 27 April 2012