Settle in Spain
Olive, Feta & Ouzo has moved to start a new life in Spain, don't worry you can still find all our Greek content here. Join us now as we explore a new country and find a forever home.
On The Blog
Moving from Greece to Spain
We have exciting news, after 7 years on the Greek island of Rhodes we are on the move. On Monday August 3rd we are leaving on a ferry at 5pm from Rhodes harbour and heading for Spain. We will be travelling in a van with 3 cats, 2 dogs and as many of our personal...
Rhodes: responsible tourism and the rise of all-inclusives
Visiting Greece is a privilege so many enjoy today, with the rise in all-inclusive resorts on Rhodes can responsible tourism still exist?
Celebrating 6 Years on a Greek island
We have reached the 6 year point in our Greek island adventure. I can’t quite believe it’s been 6 years since we stepped off a plane with 3 cats in tow. Now here’s a chance to celebrate with us.
Out & About
Rhodes: responsible tourism and the rise of all-inclusives
Visiting Greece is a privilege so many enjoy today, with the rise in all-inclusive resorts on Rhodes can responsible tourism still exist?
Experience the Orange festival on Rhodes
One of the larger festivals on the island and happening outside the tourist season, the orange festival is a traditional local festival. Free to enter, go with a group of friends and enjoy the atmosphere. Always popular with locals and expats coming from all over the island to help celebrate the orange harvest.
Carnival in Greece: the experience and traditions
Carnival is a wonderful time to be in Greece. Find out what’s going on, the traditions and experiences to expect during the 3 weeks of the festival and see how they celebrate carnival in a small village on the island of Rhodes.
Tried & Tested
Veganuary food for thought
Veganuary. A different way of looking at the way we fuel our bodies and care for the world around us and how it’s given me vegan food for thought.
Μελομακάρονα Melomakarona recipe
As they are my favourite Greek Christmas bake I thought I’d share the recipe for melomakarona with you. A Greek honey cookie, soft, spicy and dipped in honey, eaten warm they are amazing.
How I made a gingerbread house
This Christmas, aged 50, I decided it was time to make my first gingerbread house, here’s how it went, the recipe and template to make your own.
Settle in Spain
A journey to live in Spain, moving from Greece in the middle of the pandemic, join us as we find a place to call our forever home. Written and photographed by Amanda with a lot of help from Dave.
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