The Cyclades

The dearest memories from my childhood take me back to Greece. This land of emerald waters, gentle people, fresh food, and, above all, an innate sense of freedom. Every dive into the sea, every shell found, or every sunset seen, were sips of pure happiness shared with family and friends.

LE MIE CICLADI

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WHERE TO STAY:

Mèlisses / A sailing boat

A MEMORY

Summers spent with family sailing around the islands

A SCENT:

Orange blossoms in May / Linens that smell like sea salt

VILLAGES:

Chora, Andros / Naoussa, Paros / Pyrgos, Tinos

BEST RESTAURANT LOCATION:

Thalassaki, Tinos

BEST CRAFTSMAN:

The basket maker in Volax, Tinos

A TREAT:

Lemon blossom “gliko” from Margherita’s kiosk

HOW TO GET AROUND:

Jeep / Sailing boat

BEST SAYING:

“Una faccia, una razza”

BEST HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE:

A cooking class at Katerina’s (Andros)

A SECRET GEM:

The Olive Garden with Dimitris

A DRESS:

Ancient Kallos mustard linen dress

BEST LUNCH SPOT:

Agia Marina Tavern, Andros

A SONG:

Ta Pedia tou Pirea, Nana Mouskari