Field notes from Halkidiki

In a world of powerful lions, hyenas are overlooked and far from appreciated. Many view hyenas as pests, while the rest of us grew up hating them thanks to The Lion King. A Google search clearly confirms how unliked they are. In reality, spotted hyenas possess some iconic characteristics, with most remarkable their “pseudo-penis”.

Obviously, Green Day had never been to Halkidiki when releasing their “wake me up when September ends” song. Don't follow their advice. September is the peak month to be in Halkidiki - and Greece in general. This article will prove you why. This is for art and archeology enthusiasts, nature observers, those eager to try freshly harvested grapes or freshly brewed coffee, or simply to Euromax Greek culture. September has something for you all.

Sure, everyone can enjoy the panigyri in their own way, but all locals know the right steps for having the best experience in Agios Mamas festival! If you don't know what this is, keep reading and get yourself a cult experience into the most "laiko" panigyri ever! See you in Agios Mamas!

Have you noticed how many villages in Halkidiki and in Greece in general start with Nea? This translates to New, and there is a good reason behind it. But not always! In this article we focus on Halkidiki's fishers' spot, the very bottom village of Kassandra peninsula.

You go to buy fruit and vegetables, herbs, honey, fish and dairy products. You might leave with clothes, a rug or something you hadn’t necessarily intended to buy. But you don’t go there just to shop.You go to meet people.