If you have any questions about Greece, feel free to ask me. It can be as ridiculous as you want, as long as you're not being over the top.
Inspired by QIQ and many others, who made a similar thread on Japan and their respective countries.
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Z1ratul [#2]Why is your internet ass and how you survive at 45+ at summer
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Rumors say that there is a literal "cartel" between the internet providers, which results in predetermined high prices for slow speeds. Another factor is the geological diversity of my country: with so many mountains and small islands is really difficult for a big part of Greece's population to access good internet because of the infrastructure being undeveloped. Though it has to be said that many households have upgraded to fiber internet lately, because of the infrastructure development program led by our government in collaboration with EU. But still, I wouldn't describe our internet as "ass", most daily tasks that involve usage of internet can be performed without major issues.
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First of all the temperature rarely reaches such heights. It only happens for 1-3 days once a year, so it's not a big problem. But I have to admit that indeed summer in Greece is considered really hot, even for us Greeks (not to mention for foreigners from colder countries).
Now, about "how we survive". The solution is pretty simple actually: we just use air conditioning. Also most people go on vacation on July-August (the hottest months), either to seaside areas or mountainous regions, in order to escape the heat.
Warlordwibz [#3]I love Greek salad and spanakopita, give me some recommended Greek food.
Glad you like these foods :)
I'm a big fan of "σπανακόπιτα" too! Greek salad is present in almost every lunch in Greece (not anything special).
Recommended food to try (those are my favorites):
- Μουσακάς (Mousakas)
- Γεμιστά (Tomatos, zucchinis and eggplants stuffed with rice)
- Κεφτεδάκια (meatballs in tomato sauce)
- Σουβλάκι (pork/chicken skewers)
- Πιτογυρο (gyros in pita, the most famous Greek street food)
- Γίγαντες στον φούρνο (giant beans, really delicious with feta cheese)
- Αρνί με πατάτες (roasted lamb with potatos)
- Τζατζίκι (tzatziki, a yogourt based sauce)
And many more, since Greek cuisine is one of the most tasty (at least for me and my compatriots) in the world.
doctorrichford [#5]what is some underrated greek food
Refer to #7.
Some of the recipes I wrote are pretty underrated by foreigners/tourists in my opinion.
However my favorite recipe that many Greeks don't respect is definitely μελιτζάνες ιμάμ (roasted eggplants with a tomato-onion sauce and feta cheese).
4ch1p4p4 [#6]
Rumors say that there is a literal "cartel" between the internet providers, which results in predetermined high prices for slow speeds. Another factor is the geological diversity of my country: with so many mountains and small islands is really difficult for a big part of Greece's population to access good internet because of the infrastructure being undeveloped. Though it has to be said that many households have upgraded to fiber internet lately, because of the infrastructure development program led by our government in collaboration with EU. But still, I wouldn't describe our internet as "ass", most daily tasks that involve usage of internet can be performed without major issues.
First of all the temperature rarely reaches such heights. It only happens for 1-3 days once a year, so it's not a big problem. But I have to admit that indeed summer in Greece is considered really hot, even for us Greeks (not to mention for foreigners from colder countries).
Now, about "how we survive". The solution is pretty simple actually: we just use air conditioning. Also most people go on vacation on July-August (the hottest months), either to seaside areas or mountainous regions, in order to escape the heat.
Bro idk, I lived last year in Greece both summers were 35-42 every day
Z1ratul [#12]Bro idk, I lived last year in Greece both summers were 35-42 every day
Yeah, the average temperature in Athens at the end of July-start of August is about 35 - 40 Celsius degrees.
But in your original message you said "45+", which only happens once every year.
vollizie [#11]Thoughts on Yorgos Lanthimos?
He is one of the most famous modern film directors from Greece and loved by many, but I personally don't like his style. In fact I have only watched one of his movies and I found it so boring that I haven't watch any of his films since.
So I don't recommend him to the average Hollywood viewer, unless you are really passionate about cinema or you love culture movies with deep meanings.
4ch1p4p4 [#6]
Rumors say that there is a literal "cartel" between the internet providers, which results in predetermined high prices for slow speeds. Another factor is the geological diversity of my country: with so many mountains and small islands is really difficult for a big part of Greece's population to access good internet because of the infrastructure being undeveloped. Though it has to be said that many households have upgraded to fiber internet lately, because of the infrastructure development program led by our government in collaboration with EU. But still, I wouldn't describe our internet as "ass", most daily tasks that involve usage of internet can be performed without major issues.
First of all the temperature rarely reaches such heights. It only happens for 1-3 days once a year, so it's not a big problem. But I have to admit that indeed summer in Greece is considered really hot, even for us Greeks (not to mention for foreigners from colder countries).
Now, about "how we survive". The solution is pretty simple actually: we just use air conditioning. Also most people go on vacation on July-August (the hottest months), either to seaside areas or mountainous regions, in order to escape the heat.
yeah idk the geological reason doesn't sound right since Japan is basically also like that
inafog [#10]Recommend me Greek food ( no beef and pork)
even beef from outside india isn't allowed ? I thought only indian cows are "sacred"
inafog [#10]Recommend me Greek food ( no beef and pork)
If yes then I would suggest:
- Chicken souvlaki and chicken gyros
- Roasted lamb (Greece's holiday dish for Easter)
- Lamb or chicken κοντοσούβλι
- Κλέφτικο lamb or chicken (one of my favorite dishes when going out to eat in a "ταβέρνα"=traditional Greek restaurant)
If you want something vegetarian:
- Χωριάτικη σαλάτα (traditional Greek salad, but it includes feta cheese)
- Γεμιστά (Tomatos, zucchinis and eggplants stuffed with rice)
- Γίγαντες στον φούρνο (giant beans baked in oven, really delicious with feta cheese)
- Τζατζίκι (a sauce made from yogurt, cucumber and garlic)
- Μελιτζάνες ιμάμ (roasted eggplants with a tomato-onion sauce and feta cheese)
- Ρεβιθάδα (a chickpeas soup, one of the most underrated dishes in my opinion. It's pretty simple to made and if cooked correctly is absolute delicious)
_angelmrm_ [#17]Why Greece is great but people like mrgoudas lives there?
Who is he? I'm new here, so I don't know him.
Edit: I think I have seen his username but I have no idea if he is good or bad.
soonwookong [#15]yeah idk the geological reason doesn't sound right since Japan is basically also like that
Compare Japan's GDP -> 5 trillion $ and Greece's GDP -> 200 billion $.
I think there is a huge difference in economy, no?
benmaimoon [#22]hi neighbor
Hi fellow Turk :)
PS: Btw you guys should stop being so toxic when I play on the Istanbul server.
4ch1p4p4 [#23]Hi fellow Turk :)
PS: Btw you guys should stop being so toxic when I play on the Istanbul server.
never play on istanbul server for your mental health just like i do
4ch1p4p4 [#20]Who is he? I'm new here, so I don't know him.
Edit: I think I have seen his username but I have no idea if he is good or bad.
Nah, he is a friend, very based here in vlr.gg
4ch1p4p4 [#7]Glad you like these foods :)
I'm a big fan of "σπανακόπιτα" too! Greek salad is present in almost every lunch in Greece (not anything special).Recommended food to try (those are my favorites):
- Μουσακάς (Mousakas)
- Γεμιστά (Tomatos, zucchinis and eggplants stuffed with rice)
- Κεφτεδάκια (meatballs in tomato sauce)
- Σουβλάκι (pork/chicken skewers)
- Πιτογυρο (gyros in pita, the most famous Greek street food)
- Γίγαντες στον φούρνο (giant beans, really delicious with feta cheese)
- Αρνί με πατάτες (roasted lamb with potatos)
- Τζατζίκι (tzatziki, a yogourt based sauce)
And many more, since Greek cuisine is one of the most tasty (at least for me and my compatriots) in the world.
The last one looks familiar from somewhere 🤔
azeijrazjerflazeknrfgfv [#18]even beef from outside india isn't allowed ? I thought only indian cows are "sacred"
didnt know animals had races too
UvuvwevwevweOnyetenyevwe [#28]The last one looks familiar from somewhere 🤔
I have to inform you that both Greek and Turkish-middle eastern cuisines share many recipes in common. So it's not unnatural for some dishes to look similar.
4ch1p4p4 [#7]Glad you like these foods :)
I'm a big fan of "σπανακόπιτα" too! Greek salad is present in almost every lunch in Greece (not anything special).Recommended food to try (those are my favorites):
- Μουσακάς (Mousakas)
- Γεμιστά (Tomatos, zucchinis and eggplants stuffed with rice)
- Κεφτεδάκια (meatballs in tomato sauce)
- Σουβλάκι (pork/chicken skewers)
- Πιτογυρο (gyros in pita, the most famous Greek street food)
- Γίγαντες στον φούρνο (giant beans, really delicious with feta cheese)
- Αρνί με πατάτες (roasted lamb with potatos)
- Τζατζίκι (tzatziki, a yogourt based sauce)
And many more, since Greek cuisine is one of the most tasty (at least for me and my compatriots) in the world.
don't know any of these based off of name but as an albanian i recognize some of these and i can say that greek cuisine is very underrated 👍
benmaimoon [#24]never play on istanbul server for your mental health just like i do
Glad to hear that even you don't approve of your compatriots behavior.
Unfortunately Istanbul is where I have the less ping and the most stable connection (everywhere else I have 100+ ping) so I keep playing there 😭😭😭.
jawn [#27]i balance it out dw
Sorry but I don't know you (yet).
What I know though is that james_ff is a great Greek vlr.gg user.
4ch1p4p4 [#33]Glad to hear that even you don't approve of your compatriots behavior.
Unfortunately Istanbul is where I have the less ping and the most stable connection (everywhere else I have 100+ ping) so I keep playing there 😭😭😭.
i would rather having 100 ping than playing on istanbul. sadly the people on istanbul server are mostly braindead
4ch1p4p4 [#21]Compare Japan's GDP -> 5 trillion $ and Greece's GDP -> 200 billion $.
I think there is a huge difference in economy, no?
right, I only considered the geology and not the economy, my bad
adilKhan [#35]Do you hate Turks a lot?
Nah, that's mostly a stereotype.
Only far-right Greeks or those who are connected with the armed forces (mostly military members) have such a mindset (hating Turks). Also some elderly people who still remember the days when Greece and Turkey were arch-rivals have hate towards Turks. Most Greeks don't really care about the whole Greece vs Turkey rivalry and don't provoke unless someone else (like a Turk) hates at us first.
The only Turks I personally hate are the ones who troll and throw my ranked games on Istanbul server, who are very rude and toxic.
MeloSquids [#37]How's ur history class
What do you mean by that?
Do you ask if I like it or if it's useful? Or about the contents of the subject?
soonwookong [#39]there's a lot of horse races!
something to do with specific breed of cows ? or at least I thought.
anyway, its a good thing that you don't eat it, imagine 1B+ human starts eating beef.
price will go up and effect on the planet will be terrible.
4ch1p4p4 [#14]He is one of the most famous modern film directors from Greece and loved by many, but I personally don't like his style. In fact I have only watched one of his movies and I found it so boring that I haven't watch any of his films since.
So I don't recommend him to the average Hollywood viewer, unless you are really passionate about cinema or you love culture movies with deep meanings.
Fair, though I'm curious which film of his you watched? I'm very excited for Poor Things since it's getting a lot of rave reviews from film festivals.
vollizie [#43]Fair, though I'm curious which film of his you watched? I'm very excited for Poor Things since it's getting a lot of rave reviews from film festivals.
I don't remember the exact title of the movie but what I do recall though is the protagonist walking for 10 minutes straight, without any other action. And, as you can imagine, that was a bit of torture for someone who prefers action-films (Hollywood style) like me.
Now, speaking of "Poor Things", I have also read a lot of positive reviews about Lanthimos' new film. But I will only watch it if my friends recommend it to me (I generally don't enjoy much watching movies alone). But, as I said before, you should definitely give it a try (and if you like it you can watch his other films too) if you love movies with deep meanings (ie philosophical). Of which it has a lot as I have heard...
4ch1p4p4 [#19]If yes then I would suggest:
- Chicken souvlaki and chicken gyros
- Roasted lamb (Greece's holiday dish for Easter)
- Lamb or chicken κοντοσούβλι
- Κλέφτικο lamb or chicken (one of my favorite dishes when going out to eat in a "ταβέρνα"=traditional Greek restaurant)
If you want something vegetarian:
- Χωριάτικη σαλάτα (traditional Greek salad, but it includes feta cheese)
- Γεμιστά (Tomatos, zucchinis and eggplants stuffed with rice)
- Γίγαντες στον φούρνο (giant beans baked in oven, really delicious with feta cheese)
- Τζατζίκι (a sauce made from yogurt, cucumber and garlic)
- Μελιτζάνες ιμάμ (roasted eggplants with a tomato-onion sauce and feta cheese)
- Ρεβιθάδα (a chickpeas soup, one of the most underrated dishes in my opinion. It's pretty simple to made and if cooked correctly is absolute delicious)
the first one looks goated dish bro ngl
azeijrazjerflazeknrfgfv [#18]even beef from outside india isn't allowed ? I thought only indian cows are "sacred"
beef is considered not okay just like pork is considered not okay in Muslims ,
there is no restriction on eating pork but i chose to not eat it because of my own personal will , also pork culture is not there in india to get it famous in first place
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