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On Vacation

[heart_this] · Sep 10, 2008 · 111 Comments

Tomorrow I will be on a plane on my way to enjoying a little over two weeks of vacation in Greece! I have been looking forward to this for a long time as it has been well over two years since my last real vacation. I will be spending about a week on the mainland followed by a week exploring a few of the islands including a stop in Turkey.

My decision to go to Greece on this vacation was in part influenced by my recent enjoyment of Greek cuisine. In addition to seeing the sights, learning new things and experiencing a bit of Greek culture, I am really looking forward to enjoying some tasty Greek cuisine!

This is so exciting!

Although I will miss a few weeks of the best local produce while I am gone, I am hoping that it will be a good time for food in Greece as well. I will still get to see what you have been making while I was away in Reader when I get back.

Time to get back to packing.
See you in a few weeks!

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  1. raidar says

    September 10, 2008 at 11:19 pm

    I always enjoy reading your blog, and having never visited Greece, I look forward to hearing about your adventures!

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  2. Cheryl says

    September 10, 2008 at 11:39 pm

    Have a great trip!

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  3. VeggieGirl says

    September 10, 2008 at 11:40 pm

    Ahh, Greece!! Gorgeous location – you’re going to love it. Have a safe trip, Kevin!!

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  4. Esi says

    September 10, 2008 at 11:41 pm

    Nice! I went to Greece last year. One of my favorite food places in the world! Have a great time.

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  5. Rosa's Yummy Yums says

    September 10, 2008 at 11:53 pm

    A great place! I love that country! Have a wonderful time there!

    Cheers,

    Rosa

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  6. Peter M says

    September 10, 2008 at 11:53 pm

    Kevin, have a wonderful trip and you’ll return to Canada with a little bit of Greek in you!

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  7. Elly says

    September 10, 2008 at 11:54 pm

    Have a great time, Kevin! You will love it. Looking forward to reading about your adventures there, food and otherwise.

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  8. Elra says

    September 10, 2008 at 11:56 pm

    Have a wonderful vacation Kevin! I am sure you’ll have great time in Greece.

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  9. vanpham says

    September 11, 2008 at 12:08 am

    Have a great trip! I am looking forward to your new discoveries in Greek cuisine.

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  10. magpie says

    September 11, 2008 at 12:09 am

    Have fun and take lots of foodie pictures for us!

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  11. [eatingclub] vancouver || js says

    September 11, 2008 at 12:17 am

    Bon voyage and have a great time in Greece, Kevin!

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  12. _ts of [eatingclub] vancouver says

    September 11, 2008 at 12:25 am

    Oh wow, have fun!

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  13. HoneyB says

    September 11, 2008 at 1:08 am

    Have a great Kevin! I will miss your blogging while you are gone!

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  14. Pam says

    September 11, 2008 at 1:18 am

    Have a blast! What an amazing trip. Look forward to hearing about your trip.

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  15. Mrs Ergül says

    September 11, 2008 at 1:20 am

    So envious!! We were planning for a trip to Turkey for the end of this year. But with the house that just came along, we had to shelf it for now… Let me know how Turkey is man! Gotta miss ya writing!

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  16. Gloria (Canela) says

    September 11, 2008 at 1:38 am

    Dear Kevin have a nice and beauty time in Greece I dont know Greece but all said (specially Peter!!) is one of the most beauty places and the cuisine I think is fantastic. We will miss you but is good to may have a rest, have alovely holiday and hope to heard from you at return.Gloria

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  17. CECIL says

    September 11, 2008 at 1:57 am

    Have a safe and fun trip!! Bring us all sort of ‘food’ stories, will ya? 🙂

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  18. noobcook says

    September 11, 2008 at 2:02 am

    woah … TWO WEEKS!! Have a great trip, can’t wait to hear all about it when you’re back ^^

    Reply
  19. doggybloggy says

    September 11, 2008 at 2:15 am

    you knuckle head…how friggin’ fun….I wish I was you…I want to punch you or something..you know in like that annoying cousin way…if not its that annoying way that no one wants to be punched when something good is going on…you know that punch.

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  20. ttfn300 says

    September 11, 2008 at 2:32 am

    Have a GREAT time!! You’ll enjoy lots of fresh things there 🙂

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  21. Marjie says

    September 11, 2008 at 3:23 am

    Farewell, Kevin; we shall miss your tasty creations and lovely photos. We’ll look forward to vacation pictures!

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  22. Kat says

    September 11, 2008 at 3:36 am

    While you are gone, the food world is going to be at a loss

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  23. Paula says

    September 11, 2008 at 3:36 am

    Have a wonderful trip, Kevin! How exciting! Looking forward to hearing about your trip when you return!

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  24. Beachlover says

    September 11, 2008 at 3:38 am

    Kevin
    Lucky you!! I never been to Greece!!.I’m looking forward your food pix.Have a safe trip and enjoy your vacation:))

    Reply
  25. Forget The Mix! says

    September 11, 2008 at 4:02 am

    You have a wonderful blog and I am sure you will be missed by your loyal readers. I especially love all your fabulous pictures. Have a great vacation!

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  26. Amber says

    September 11, 2008 at 4:25 am

    What? No Kevin? You are forgiven only because I love vacations almost as much as chocolate. Have an extraordinary time and bring all of us a t-shirt.

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  27. StickyGooeyCreamyChewy says

    September 11, 2008 at 4:38 am

    How exciting! Have a wonderful trip, Kevin. We’ll miss you!

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  28. Dee says

    September 11, 2008 at 4:50 am

    Have a blast, Kevin!

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  29. Anonymous says

    September 11, 2008 at 5:13 am

    I’ve dealt with so many assholes, idiots and dumbs in my job as a correctional facility officer but you’re something!
    Just look at your stupid ugly face and the crap you make and call them food! You go fuck yourself in Greece you scumbag. There are lots of beautiful places in Canada that ugly animals like you will never see in their life. Pieces of stinky craps like you deserve shits like Turkey, Iraq and Greece. I vomit, piss and shit in your mouth.

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  30. Kitt says

    September 11, 2008 at 5:25 am

    Have a great time, Kevin! Drink some ouzo for the rest of us.

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  31. Meeta says

    September 11, 2008 at 6:14 am

    you’ll love greece. it’s picture book perfect and the food is brilliant – the best are the people friendly and so hospitable.

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  32. Gigi says

    September 11, 2008 at 6:32 am

    Have a safe and wonderful trip!

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  33. Abeer says

    September 11, 2008 at 7:08 am

    you will be greatly missed – or atleast ur food pictures and recipes will! 😛
    enjoy ur well deserved vaccation!

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  34. Clumbsy Cookie says

    September 11, 2008 at 7:58 am

    Have a lot of fun in Greece Kev. Eat a lot!

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  35. Holler says

    September 11, 2008 at 8:38 am

    Have a great time Kevin and be sure to take lots of photos!

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  36. Sylvie says

    September 11, 2008 at 9:02 am

    Enjoy your trip, Kevin!

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  37. daphne says

    September 11, 2008 at 9:24 am

    oh I’m going to miss your entries. Bring back more Greece love. =)

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  38. Deb says

    September 11, 2008 at 9:28 am

    Have a fantastic time Kevin. Greece is a wonderful place to go….so much to see and do. And lots of yummy mediterranean food. Enjoy and see you in a couple of weeks.

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  39. nicisme says

    September 11, 2008 at 10:30 am

    Enjoy your hols and take loads of photos for us!

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  40. Debbie says

    September 11, 2008 at 11:18 am

    Have a wonderful trip. I am looking forward to all the Greek recipes you will be posting when you get back!!!!

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  41. The Mediocre Cook says

    September 11, 2008 at 12:43 pm

    Enjoy your trip and I can’t wait to see what inspired dishes you’ll try when you return!

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  42. Mike of Mike's Table says

    September 11, 2008 at 1:11 pm

    I’m very jealous–definitely on the list of places I want to go. I hope you have a great trip!

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  43. Anonymous says

    September 11, 2008 at 1:25 pm

    have fun in greece! you will love it! it is sooo beautiful over there! hopefully you will get to visit santorini. i felt like my equilibrium was off on that island but i did enjoy the scenic views and great seafood!

    have fun!

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  44. Adam says

    September 11, 2008 at 1:40 pm

    Good luck bud. Take some good pics for us!

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  45. Ambitious says

    September 11, 2008 at 2:16 pm

    Have a wonderful time!!!!!!!!

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  46. OhioMom says

    September 11, 2008 at 3:07 pm

    Bon Voyage! Have a wonderful time and bring us back pics.

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  47. Rita says

    September 11, 2008 at 4:47 pm

    I ate sooo much when I went to Greece, the food is wonderful. Enjoy your vacation!

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  48. Fabulously Broke says

    September 11, 2008 at 5:19 pm

    Have fun. I rarely comment but I love your blog and always, always link to it in my Link Loves.. 🙂

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  49. Darius T. Williams says

    September 11, 2008 at 5:37 pm

    Enjoy sir…have enough fun for us all.

    -DTW
    http://www.everydaycookin.blogspot.com

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  50. noble pig says

    September 11, 2008 at 6:02 pm

    Oh I hope you take some amazing pictures and share them with us!

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  51. Deborah says

    September 11, 2008 at 6:22 pm

    I’m so jealous! Have lots of fun. It will be weird to not get a daily blog post from you for 2 weeks though!

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  52. Rindy R says

    September 11, 2008 at 6:31 pm

    I will miss my daily dose of closet cooking – but will be excited to see what new things you have in store for us! Have fun – take lots of pictures (of food)!

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  53. Jan says

    September 11, 2008 at 7:14 pm

    Have a great time Kevin! I LOVE Greece and Greek food above any I think.

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  54. Sandie says

    September 11, 2008 at 7:34 pm

    Have a safe trip & remember to eat something delicious for me!

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  55. Steph says

    September 11, 2008 at 7:53 pm

    What am I going to do without all your amazing photos for 2 weeks! Enjoy your trip!! I can’t wait to see new recipe ideas/ingredients you bring back.

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  56. Natasha says

    September 11, 2008 at 7:58 pm

    Have a great vacation! I’ll miss your posts!

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  57. Maria says

    September 11, 2008 at 8:05 pm

    No fair. have a wonderful trip!

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  58. Nilmandra says

    September 11, 2008 at 8:43 pm

    Have a wonderful trip! Looking forward to your travel tales when you get back, especially about the food!

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  59. Lina says

    September 11, 2008 at 9:12 pm

    hoooooowwww exciting!!!!! Ive been to many places in the world but Santorini has to be one of my top 3 places that I have ever been. Eat lots off good greek salad, gyros, and greek yogurt for me!

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  60. Helene says

    September 11, 2008 at 9:17 pm

    Have a wonderful time. Report back to us on your trip.

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  61. kimberleyblue says

    September 11, 2008 at 10:51 pm

    Enjoy your vacation! I went a few years ago, and had unforgettable meals and a beautiful time.

    Hope you take a lot of food photos!

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  62. Cookie baker Lynn says

    September 12, 2008 at 1:56 am

    Hope you have a fabulous trip! I hope you bring back lots of pictures and recipes.

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  63. Corinne says

    September 12, 2008 at 2:29 am

    Oh lucky you! Have a wonderful time!

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  64. Bellini Valli says

    September 12, 2008 at 2:55 am

    I'll look forward to hearing all about it Kevin> Have a wonderful time. It will be slightly cooler this time of year:D

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  65. Anonymous says

    September 12, 2008 at 4:04 am

    Lucky duck! I’m so jealous. Hope you’re enjoying your trip.

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  66. nicole says

    September 12, 2008 at 4:17 am

    Wow…you are going to have to let us know how GREAT the food is there. Have fun!

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  67. Jan says

    September 12, 2008 at 4:24 am

    You will love Greece, the perfect place for some R&R, I hope you have a wonderful trip. I'm sure you will.

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  68. Beth G. says

    September 12, 2008 at 7:27 am

    Have a beautiful trip~ CHEERS!

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  69. sunita says

    September 12, 2008 at 10:10 am

    Enjoy your vacation, Kevin 🙂

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  70. hot garlic says

    September 12, 2008 at 3:00 pm

    Oh Kevin, I’ve missed a few posts! Everything looks so tasty, you are a true foodie. Your blog is quickly becoming one of my favorites.

    Have a great trip!

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  71. Passionate About Baking says

    September 12, 2008 at 4:09 pm

    Come back soon Kevin…have a brilliant trip. Am sure you’ll come back loaded with yummy recipes..can’t wait!

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  72. Diana Evans says

    September 12, 2008 at 4:20 pm

    HAve a wonderful vacation!!!! see you when you get back

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  73. blue says

    September 12, 2008 at 9:34 pm

    Happy journey and many inspirations for further delicious creations!

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  74. Sweet Bird says

    September 13, 2008 at 4:16 am

    *this is me being totally jealous*

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  75. Prudy says

    September 13, 2008 at 4:56 am

    I’m not sure if I should be jealous or happy before you. Maybe both. Looking forward to all the great food that you’ll make with Greek inspiration.

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  76. Lori Lynn says

    September 13, 2008 at 4:11 pm

    Bon Voyage Kevin! Looking forward to hearing about all the wonderful foods on your trip.

    Lori Lynn

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  77. Astra Libris says

    September 14, 2008 at 4:22 am

    Have a wonderful, wonderful trip! I can’t wait to hear all about your adventures when you return!

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  78. Anonymous says

    September 14, 2008 at 5:28 am

    Have a good time in Greece!

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  79. Matin says

    September 14, 2008 at 9:02 am

    Greece is beautiful. Im sure you’ll enjoy the food and Greek hospitality:-)
    Im a bit jealous;-)
    X M

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  80. Sylvia says

    September 14, 2008 at 11:28 am

    Have a nice trip and a wonderful vacation.

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  81. Alexa says

    September 14, 2008 at 3:25 pm

    Have a wonderful time Kevin… It sounds like a beautiful trip you have planned. I can’t wait to see all the inspiration you bring back with you.

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  82. Katrina says

    September 14, 2008 at 6:44 pm

    Hope you’re having a GREAT vacation, but your food is missed! Travel safe and can’t wait to hear all about it.

    Reply
  83. Kalyn says

    September 14, 2008 at 10:41 pm

    Good for you. I’m so behind on reading blogs that you’re there now. I loved it when I went there. Hope you’re having a great time!

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  84. Maya says

    September 15, 2008 at 10:41 am

    Kevin :

    Have a wonderful trip!!

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  85. Bobby says

    September 15, 2008 at 4:32 pm

    Kevin, enjoy your trip man.

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  86. Jeanne says

    September 15, 2008 at 4:35 pm

    Have a wonderful trip, Kevin – wildly envious! And look forward to hearing about your adventure when you return 🙂

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  87. monica says

    September 15, 2008 at 5:48 pm

    Have a lovely vacation!

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  88. grace says

    September 15, 2008 at 7:16 pm

    I just found your blog today and it was eye candy for me .. I almost lost track of time! Have fun in Greece.
    I look forward to reading more from you!

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  89. MaryBeth says

    September 15, 2008 at 11:13 pm

    Have a wonderful vacation.. I hope to see some pictures when you get back.

    Reply
  90. Elle says

    September 16, 2008 at 3:24 pm

    i hope you’re having a wonderful time, Kevin!

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  91. Anonymous says

    September 16, 2008 at 8:51 pm

    I just canceled a trip to Cuba and came to my mind to replace it in a few months for a trip in Greece. Can’t wait to hear impressions about Greece… Have a great vacation!

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  92. Diana Evans says

    September 17, 2008 at 3:26 pm

    Hi Kevin…

    when you get back I have a sweet award waiting for you on my blog!

    Reply
  93. Nora B. says

    September 18, 2008 at 11:01 pm

    I’m a bit late with this message,, Kevin…you are probably having a lovely feast in Greece as write this.

    I look forward to hearing all about your trip!

    Nora

    Reply
  94. Snow says

    September 19, 2008 at 6:29 am

    I must say, I am absolutely impressed by your blog – it’s amazing! The variety, imagination and photo quality is utterly fantastic – kudos to you!

    Reply
  95. Janet says

    September 19, 2008 at 2:20 pm

    Kevin, don’t forget to take lots of food photos in Greece!!!

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  96. alexandra's kitchen says

    September 19, 2008 at 3:28 pm

    Have a great time! I’m looking forward to reading your blog when you return.

    Reply
  97. katiez says

    September 19, 2008 at 7:54 pm

    I’ve been slowly catching up on all your yummy recipes…. only to get to the end and find you are in Greece!
    Hope you’re having a wonderful time and are taking lots of photos – food amd otherwise!

    Reply
  98. chefectomy says

    September 21, 2008 at 12:01 am

    One of my best trips was to Greece and Turkey. Hopefully you will have a chance to try a real greek salad. Have a great time.

    –Marc

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  99. syrie says

    September 21, 2008 at 1:57 am

    Have a fantastic trip Kevin. I look forward to reading all about it when you get back.

    Reply
  100. Cynthia says

    September 21, 2008 at 3:15 am

    Hope you’re having a great time and I’m honoured to be your 100th commenter! 🙂

    Reply
  101. ~Madeline~ says

    September 21, 2008 at 9:12 pm

    Hope you are having an amazing time. I can’t wait to see all of the fantastic recipes you come home with!

    Reply
  102. The Advocate says

    September 22, 2008 at 1:35 am

    Enjoy yourself! I am a new reader but I have found that your posts are already inspiring me to try new things in the kitchen!

    Reply
  103. Elra says

    September 22, 2008 at 5:25 am

    KEVIN, I HAVE TO PASS YOU THIS AWARD. YOU REALLY DESERVE IT. PLEASE VISIT AT http://elrascooking.blogspot.com/2008/09/e-award.html
    Cheers,

    Reply
  104. Shreya says

    September 23, 2008 at 10:07 am

    Hi Kevin, been missing your blog posts! Have a wonderful trip, and hope you enjoy lots more of Greek cuisine. looking fwd to your pics and stories of you vacation..

    Reply
  105. Katie says

    September 23, 2008 at 7:59 pm

    Have fun my sister loved it over there when she spent 3 weeks she didn’t want to come home so be careful.

    Reply
  106. Mochachocolata Rita says

    September 24, 2008 at 2:31 am

    have a delicious trip, kevin! may my jealousy make your trip better hehe

    Reply
  107. LyB says

    September 24, 2008 at 12:26 pm

    Lucky you! Enjoy your trip, and come back with lots of pics and cooking ideas! 🙂

    Reply
  108. Chocolate Shavings says

    September 25, 2008 at 2:24 pm

    Have a great time in Greece, i’m sure you will bring back great culinary ideas!

    http://www.chocolateshavings.ca

    Reply
  109. veronique says

    September 26, 2008 at 8:29 pm

    Hi, nice to discover your blog ! I apreciate your french recipies. have nice holidays in greece, see you
    Ika

    Reply
  110. BaL says

    September 27, 2008 at 8:09 pm

    Wish you a good trip and welcome to Turkey, too. 🙂

    Cheers from Istanbul

    Reply
  111. Cooking and the City says

    September 28, 2008 at 10:30 pm

    hope your having a fabulous trip, Kevin. look forward to hearing about it, food & otherwise 🙂

    Reply

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