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Impressions of Authentic Greece

The portrait of authentic Greece is painted in its famous mainland in the scenic Peloponnese and Halkidiki Peninsula, in the Cycladic islands of Paros, and Naxos, and in the Ionian island of Corfu. Each area and island offer glimpses into authenticity not found anywhere else in Greece. Discover pristine landscapes, crystal-clear

seascapes, charming villages, local traditions, ancient ruins, and endless horizons.

RESTAURANTS• To Elliniko (Naxos Town, Naxos)• Giannoulis (Agios Prokopios, Naxos)• Barbarossa (Naousa, Paros)• Klarinos Tavern (Lefkes, Paros)• Ostria (Porto Heli, Peloponnese)• Maria's (Ermioni, Peloponnese)• Massalia (Nea Fokaia, Halkidiki)• Marina (Nea Moudania, Halkidiki)• Rex Restaurant (Corfu Town, Corfu)• Barbas Taverna (Corfu Town, Corfu)

BEACHES• Mikri Vigla (Naxos)• Agios Georgios (Naxos)• Colymbithres (Paros)• Chrissi Akti (Paros)• Agios Gordios (Corfu)• Paleokastritsa (Corfu)• Simos (Peloponnese)• Tolo (Peloponnese)• Chrouso (Kassandra, Halkidiki)• Kryaritsi (Sithonia, Halkidiki)

MONUMENTS • Kouros of Apollonas (Naxos)• Temple of Demeter (Naxos)• Panagia Ekatontapiliani (Paros)• Paros Park (Paros)• Ancient Olympia (Peloponnese)• Corinth Canal (Peloponnese)• Achillion Palace (Corfu)• Spianada Square (Corfu)• Mount Athos (Halkidiki)• Aristotle Park (Halkidiki)

Corfu, Greece

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Traditional dish from Corfu - Sofrito

ANCIENT OLYMPIA, PELOPONNESEDiscover where the Olympic flame is ignited every four years for the modern Olympics. Go back in history at the Olympic Stadium and follow the footsteps of the first athletes who participated in the ancient Olympic Games, trained, made sacrifices to the gods, and competed against each other.

ExperiencesNAXOS TOURVisit Demeter’s temple and museum. Tour the Citron and taste the local Citron drink. See the marble village in Apeiranthos, the old emery mines of Apollonas, and the huge Kouros of Apollonas statue.

HALKIDIKIVisit Aristotle Park, dedicated to the famous Greek philosopher, Aristotle, and see instruments showing the phenomena of nature. Stroll in Aristotle's footsteps along Aristotle's route, connecting the park to the Ancient Stageira.

CORFUExplore Achilleon Palace with its gardens, statues, and paintings. Visit Kanoni. Swim like a royal in the historical royal baths of Mon Repo's Palace. Enjoy some refreshments, lunch, or a royal massage.

• 2 lbs boneless veal cut in 6 slices• All purpose flour, for dredging • 1 tbsp butter• 1/3 of a cup olive oil, for frying• 7–9 cloves of garlic, sliced• 1/3 cup white wine vinegar• 1/3 cup white wine• 1 2/3 cups beef broth (warm)• 1/2 cup freshly chopped parsley• Salt and freshly ground pepper

Season the meat with salt and freshly ground pepper and dredge lightly the veal slices with flour, tapping off any excess. Heat the oil and butter in a large non stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the veal (in batches) and sauté, until browned on all sides. Place on a platter, cover and set aside.Cut the garlic cloves in slices and add in the same oil used to brown the meat. Turn down to medium heat and stir for a minute. Pour in the white wine vinegar and deglaze. Add the veal and the white wine and wait for a couple of minutes to steam up. Add the warm broth and season with salt and pepper.Turn the heat down to low-medium and simmer until the veal is tender and the sauce thickens, for about 30-40 minutes. Stir in the freshly chopped parsley.Serve the Sofrito while still hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or fries, with some crusted garlic bread aside. Enjoy!

Naxos, Greece