Gastronomy

In this pre-Holy Week episode of “The Sweet Life”, we explore the tradition of fasting and highlight Lenten dishes from various regions of Greece. With us: – Nutritionist and dietitian Panagiota Karakasidou explains the health benefits of fasting and offers advice for safely transitioning back to me...

Joining us is Giorgos Evgeniadis with his book “Simple and Different – Recipes Without Animal Products in a Different Light”, created in a way that reflects the thinking of his students—young people with disabilities and special educational needs. Giannis Vogiatzis, president of the Greek Wine Fe...

This episode's guests: Giorgos Darlas, on new varieties of retsina Grigoris Michailos, wine expert Michalis Kosmidis, halva maker Michalis Doukas, on the ancient Greek oxymel On the mic: Nikos Ioannidis and Natasa Vissarionos.

This episode's guests: – Panagiotis Nikas, certified Barista Trainer and author, joins us just ahead of the presentation of his latest book on the world’s favorite beverage, titled "Coffee, Just the Way You Like It." – Panagiotis Sotiriou from Messolonghi shares insights into the unique Avgou...

Ελαιόλαδο και κρασί πρωταγωνιστούν σήμερα στη "γλυκιά ζωή". Κοντά μας στο στούντιο είναι ο Senior Lecturer in Wines & Marketing, Γιάννης Κουλελής που από το 1988 έως και σήμερα, δραστηριοποιείται στον Ελληνικό αμπελοοινικό τομέα, ο Αντώνης Τιρπιντήρης, από ένα βιότοπο με χιλιάδες ελιές στο Σίγρι της Λέσβου και ο Αλέξανδ...

Tonight, it’s all about honey and bees — their remarkable benefits, the challenges faced by beekeepers, and a flavorful journey to Evros, through its rich culinary traditions and exceptional local products. – In the studio: beekeeper Nikos Bartzis, board member of the Attica Beekeepers Association, talks...

Even if half the show’s team doesn’t quite believe in the celebration… this episode of “The Sweet Life” leans into the flavors of love with playful charm and plenty of chocolate. – Zoi Papafotiou, food journalist, gives us a tour through Valentine’s-inspired dining in Greece.– Panagiotis Fentouris, a th...

On this episode: Winemaker and oenologist Marialena Tsimpidi takes us on a journey to Monemvasia and introduces us to the unique Kydonitsa grape variety. Professor, Chemist, Winemaker, and Distiller Thanos Karathanos joins us in the studio to unveil the secrets of Thessalian spirits. Haris...

Biochemist Antonis Karagiorgas explains the significant risks posed by ultra-processed foods to your health. A deep dive into the issue, presenting evidence and research that demonstrate the dangers—risks that, though very real, are often deliberately obscured to serve certain interests. Tonight i...

Flavors, sounds, and stories from Florina and Amyntaio, along with the first craft beer made by women in Greece, complete the gastronomic two-hour segment of "The Sweet Life" on Friday, January 10th. Chef Iliana Kontosorou narrates the gastronomic tradition of Amyntaio in Florina. Wine expert...

The sea cook and author Michalis Damianos is the guest on "Saturday Shift", the weekend special edition of the radio show "Fair Winds and Following Seas" hosted by Antonis Karagiannakis, on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at 8:00 AM. Michalis Damianos’ latest work, "Cooking at Sea" is published by "...

On this episode of "The Sweet Life", four individuals who followed the "Overeaters Anonymous Greece" program share their experiences and how they managed to stop compulsive eating. Additionally, we welcome award-winning sommelier Aris Sklavenitis to the studio, while oenologist and journalist Maria...

What do we know about Greek olive oil and its varieties? What are phenols? Which olive oils carry health claims?This episode of The Sweet Life is dedicated to the olive and olive oil in honor of World Olive Day on November 26. In the studio of Proto Programma: Christina Strimbakou, a distinguished...

Every Friday at 5 PM, the show The Sweet Life, with a focus on gastronomy and nutrition, “sets the table” with guests including farmers and producers, nutritionists and exhibition organizers, chefs, and food psychologists. It highlights unique Greek products, their beneficial properties, and the forms of alternative tourism in Greece. A two-hour segment dedicated to people who convey our culture and history through flavors, wine, and signature Greek products.

A two-hour show dedicated to the people who carry our culture and history through flavors, wine, and renowned Greek products. Hosted by Natasa Vissarionos and Nikos Ioannidis. This episode's guests are: From Brussels, award-winning chocolatier Mina Apostolidi with her handmade creations. From...

November 1st has been established as “Xinomavro Day”. On “The Sweet Life”, which is broadcast on the First Program and Voice of Greece, we dedicate Friday, November 1, 2024, to the famous Greek variety and welcome to the studio our guest, winemaker Stellios Boutaris – a person wh...

A sweet life in name and spirit, as top pastry chef Stelios Parliaros joins us in the studio to unfold the history of Greek confectionery and share moments from his journey to the pinnacle of pastry art. Also with us in the studio, the "Maestro of Limniona," winemaker Christos Zafeirakis, introduces...

Athanasios Karvelas was born in Greece, but in America, he became known as Tom Carvel. He is the man who revolutionized ice cream globally by inventing the soft serve ice cream machine. He left Greece in poverty, and at the age of just four, he found himself on the East Coast of the USA, in Connecticut......