by Maria Benardis | Mar 26, 2017 | Greekalicious
The mastic tree or masticha (“Mastiha”) in Greek, produces a creamy white resin, which is edible. It is a type of gum that grows in one place in the world — the island of Chios in Greece. Masticha has been harvested for at least 2,500 years since Greek Antiquity. My...
by Maria Benardis | Oct 29, 2014 | Greekalicious
By Maria Benardis The ancient Greeks have much to teach us about life and how to live it in a conscious, joyous and peaceful way. Below are 10 philosophies I learned from the ancient Greeks that have provided me with the courage and strength to live my best authentic...
by Maria Benardis | Oct 28, 2013 | Greekalicious
Kale has it origins in ancient Greece and Rome. Kale is the ancient member of the cabbage family. Kale was widely consumed in ancient Greece and was and still is used for medicinal purposes. To the Greeks kale has always been considered a super food and it grows wild...
by Maria Benardis | Oct 22, 2013 | Greekalicious
The ideas behind “Cooking & Eating Wisdom for Better Health” and what I would like people to takeaway after reading the book. Cooking & Eating Wisdom for Better Health teaches people how to cook intuitively using healing ingredients that harmonize your body...
by Maria Benardis | Oct 11, 2013 | Greekalicious
My background and how it helped in the writing of “Cooking & Eating Wisdom for Better Health”… I started my working life as an accountant and concentrated in taxation law. Completing my two degrees; Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and a Masters...
