A Life in Light and Shadow
From Brooklyn basements to Hollywood legends, how Theo Kalomirakis redefined home cinema and found his way back to Greece By Katerina Florous There are few names in the design world as inseparable from a single idea as Theo Kalomirakis is from home theater. And rightly so, he didn’t just elevate the concept of watching movies […]
Kostas Gerardos
Entrepreneurial spirit Kostas Gerardos, the visionary CEO of Plaisio, embarked on his journey with a passion for innovation and customer service. This humble entrepreneur with focus on innovation has played a significant role in Plaisio, a leader in the retail sector of electronics and technology. His father, George Gerardos, was instrumental in establishing the company, […]
Odysseas Elytis and the Eternal Aegean Glow
The poet who turned Greek summer into language He once said, “I owe everything to the light.” And if you’ve ever read even a single line by Odysseas Elytis, you believe him. There are poets who write about nations. Elytis gave one a soul. Not by proclaiming or declaring, but by whispering — gently, precisely, […]
Anna Stereopoulou
A Fresh Look at Music and Art Anna Stereopoulou is an innovative composer specializing in Music Composition for Film and TV. She is renowned for her unique approach to live presentations through SYN, a project she runs that merges art and science. Featured prominently in various media, her work emphasizes the crucial role of sound […]
A River Called Vakirtzis
A Tribute to the Forgotten Master of Greek Cinema Posters The documentary “A River Called Vakirtzis” (original title: Ένα ποτάμι που λεγόταν Βακιρτζής), directed by Panos A. Thomadis, is a heartfelt cinematic homage to a nearly forgotten artist who shaped the visual language of Greek cinema culture in the mid-20th century. George Vakirtzis was a […]
Hervé’s Culinary Artistry
How Chef Hervé Pronzato Redefines Fine Dining through Global Influence and Precision Paris-born culinary maestro Hervé Pronzato has left an indelible mark on Athens’ vibrant food scene with his eponymous restaurant, Hervé. With a career that spans prestigious kitchens across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, Pronzato brings a distinctive, borderless gastronomic philosophy to the […]
The Legacy of the Tsalapatas Family
From Industry to Museum in Volos, Greece The Tsalapatas family’s history in Volos, Greece, is deeply intertwined with the region’s industrial development, particularly in the brick and cement industry. Founded in the early 20th century, their factory became a cornerstone of local industry, contributing significantly to the construction sector. The factory was established by Nikolaos […]
Eleftherios Venizelos
The Man Behind Greece’s Modern Identity The life of Eleftherios Venizelos (1864-1936) a remarkable Greek statesman was interwoven with the complex tapestry of his country’s struggles and aspirations. Born in a humble village in Crete, he was shaped by the land’s turbulent history under Ottoman rule. As a young man, Venizelos experienced firsthand the longing […]