Alexandra Karos

For the last few years, hard seltzers have been everywhere. They are light, easy to drink, and usually come in bright pastel cans lined up in every grocery store cooler. But as drinkers have started looking for more flavor and higher quality, another kind of drink has been getting more attention: canned cocktails. At first glance, they look similar. Both come in sleek cans, both are portable, and both are ready to drink. But what is inside is very different. What’s a Hard Seltzer? A hard...

Cocktails at Emvasis Bar in Monemvasia, enjoyed with a view of the sea and the old stone walls of the town. There’s something unforgettable about sharing a drink in Greece. Maybe it’s the view of the sea, the sound of conversation drifting through the air, or the way every glass feels like part of a long-standing ritual. In recent years, Greece has quietly been earning a place on the global cocktail map, not by chasing trends, but by celebrating what it already knows best — balance,...

Have you ever heard of mastiha (pronounced mah-stee-hah)? This unique resin, hailing from the Greek island of Chios, boasts a fascinating history and a surprising number of uses. In this blog post, we'll delve into the world of mastiha, exploring what it is, where it comes from, and how it's used in everything from cooking to cosmetics. The "Tears of Chios": Unveiling Mastiha's Origins  Mastiha, also known as mastic, is a resin harvested from the mastic tree (Pistacia lentiscus var. Chia),...