Itisallgreek2me

Helen and Joseph

Generally, it is rather quiet and peaceful here in Hydra town.  With all the bad press and talk of uncertainty, I believe many people are staying away for now.  

Last evening around 2000 hours I ventured out to find somewhere to have a meal.  Came across “O Kipos Tis Yevses” – The Garden of Taste Taverna.  Had a quick look at the menu and thought to myself, this will do me just fine.  No sooner was I seated when I heard the distinctive Kiwi accent drifting across from a nearby table.  Ordered my meal – Tzatziki (a yoghurt dip with cucumber and garlic), Fasolakia (green beans in a fresh tomato sauce), a little Psomi (bread) and, naturally, Kokino Krassi (red wine).  The latter their own production and bottled, tasted great, however, rather more expensive (9 Euro 375ml) than what I am used to drinking here from a barrel.  

Approached the two intrepid Kiwis and asked where they were from – Wellington.  Craig and Bronnie had been in South Africa prior to coming to Greece and were enjoying a relaxing wine together.  JDW – Craig said to tell you he is Gareth Lyne’s brother – thought you might know him . 

Also there enjoying their evening meal were a group of ten people from Poland.  I was touched as I watched many times,  a young woman leave their table to go out on the street to feed the very appreciative stray pussycats.  It is always pleasing to witness those among us who genuinely care for these unfortunates. 

Late this morning after visiting the bakery to purchase my lunch (same as yesterday – Spanakopita (spinach pie) I set off in the opposite direction to yesterday’s stroll for another pleasant and interesting coastal walk.  On the track above Kamini I met Joseph from Lebanon.  Continued on alone as far as Vlychos then decided that in spite of a cool breeze, I had left it rather too late in the day for walking any great distance under the hot sun.  Stopped at a Taverna on the return leg and asked if they could make me a Greek coffee – the response was “at this hour” to which I replied, “for me, yes” (all spoken in Greek, of course).  

Tomorrow being the 1st of May, i.e. May Day in Greece, it is expected that the unrest in Athens may ignite into a more serious situation.  Because of this I have decided not to move on before Sunday or Monday, more than likely Sunday, partly because I’ve made no progress in my efforts here to negotiate a more favourable room rate and in any case, it feels like the right time to move on.  

Looking forward to another Taverna meal somewhere tonight – here in Paradise!

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