Arriving in the Mastic Village of Pyrgi

Arriving in the Mastic Village of Pyrgi

When I think of Chios – I think of Masticha – the alcoholic drink that is. Ever since tasting it years ago I’ve really become accustomed to the sweet, aromatic taste of it. For the last couple of years when travelling to Greece we’ve treated ourselves to Masticha in the special edition bottles. If you’ve…

Psara – The Monastery of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary

Psara – The Monastery of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary

I’m so thrilled that my host Diana has been able to organise some trips for me. Google Translate has given it’s own interpretation on things and seems to indicate that I will be taken to the Monastery and Archaeological Park by a child. Said ‘child’ messaged me to say that he would meet me at…