Crete is a true gem! I'm Greek so you'll think that there's some bias, but honestly it's one of the most amazing places to live or visit. Imo it's the best place in Greece, even though some other islands get more credit. Btw I'm not Cretan. :)
I love Crete and have been many times. Once we stayed in Rethymnon and one evening went searching for somewhere to eat, away from the tourist areas. At the end of an alley we saw some faint light and went for a look. There were 3 tables, surrounded by grape vines in the courtyard of a very very old building. My wife speaks Greek and we met the owner who invited us to look in her kitchen. No menu, 4 or 5 dishes, fish, meat, vegetables, that's it, laid out on her worktop. We sat down, and the table filled with food. The lady even ran somewhere, to get our preferred drink's as she didn't have it in her kitchen. That meal, is one of my most memorable meals, ever. Simple food, cooked perfectly. A very special place.
Well..Im a Greek guy and u give me one more reason to love Greece... I read all the comments and you make me feel so lucky that i live in a country like Greece.. Keep making these amazing videos.. :)
Greek cuisine is heaven. Nowhere on all my travels have I tasted food as great as in Greece. These mothers and grandmothers are cooking angels. I have been since then cooking Greek!
And damn Mark! the way how you find out Greece and it's many splendors and cuisine is how I started in Greece on my own travels! Every meal exploded my mind. I truly love to see your videos!
@Cyrus King steal foods from neighbors yes because we didnt eat anything before they appear near us stupid hate comment pike always from you if you dont like dont come in greece oe dont watch those videos
I ate there last week. Honestly one of the best meals I've ever had, and that is saying a lot because the food on Crete is generally amazing. The little girl you see as he walks in at 2:50 helped set our table, she must be around 9 or 10 now.
The sheeps running towards them after the owner called was the cutest thing.. I like how Mark is very respectful to everyone and tries everything they suggest which also includes feeding the sheep..
I’ve been to Greece twice and I will never forget all the beautiful memories. Greeks are hospitable, warm and friendly people. Their cuisine touches ones soul. Never made it to Crete though. This video just brought me to tears soon as reality hits me. It will take a while before tourism can go back to how it was pre-pandemic. Because of this video, Crete is now on top of my list post pandemic. Please give details of how we can go to this farm. It’s a mystery to me how people can give this one a thumbs down. I had to hit subscribe midway.
This place is right here www.google.com/maps/place/ΝΤΟΥΝΙΑΣ-ΠΑΡΑΔΟΣΙΑΚΟ+ΓΑΣΤΡΟΝΟΜΙΚΟ+ΚΕΝΤΡΟ+ΚΡΗΤΙΚΗΣ+ΔΙΑΤΡΟΦΗΣ/@35.4073005,24.020735,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sAF1QipOkfxeEqZEqeLffYRNW-Qw2zogyYkt1BeR6hpm5!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh5.googleusercontent.com%2Fp%2FAF1QipOkfxeEqZEqeLffYRNW-Qw2zogyYkt1BeR6hpm5%3Dw114-h86-k-no!7i4048!8i3036!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x6fceab6568800fd1!8m2!3d35.4074541!4d24.0203328
I change my plan..before watching this I really want to visit switzerland as my 1st europian travel...but now it is change...I WANT TO VISIT GREECE FIRST! looks so friendly and charming country! Thankyou mark for showing us this...and the chef is so humble makes my heart so warm...
The cooking farmer, what an absolutely wonderful human being. Everyone should know their craft as well as he does and if everyone was as hospitable as he is, what a wonderful world it would be.
I went to Creta for vacation more than 10times, last October being the latest. One of the best food experience if you like Mediterranean rustic style. But Cretan people are also the spice to the whole story. Amazing natural people that make you feel so welcome.
Once you really being on creta your heart never feels the same once you leave the island you know you want to come back over and over again I being there 4 times. Just came back few days ago. God bless you Mark and take care of your self.
You're absolutely right! Have been to this island 10 times and my parents even have like 5 more stays and allways in the beautiful Georgioupolis! A part of my mom who sadly died last year is now a part of Crete.
Greek people are amazing. Really friendly and helpful. Pretty linked to their friends, family and heritage. To be honest, as a Brazilian, greek people were the closest in Europe to the latin heat. Great footage!
Hey Mark, we recently went to this restaurant. It was an incredible experience the chef is such an awesome person, we hugged him at the end, thank you for making this video!!
Food looked amazing, hospitality was out of this world, Generosity was out of this world, to give you your money back, rarely unseen in this world, bringing so many cultures together, with the love of food, you rock Mark, great family you have,
This guy's farm/tarevn is the epitome of hard work and dedication. Because it goes so much more than just grilling some meat of making a messy salad with some local olive oil. Salute
My mind is blown! I visited Crete two times already, and just wanted to see some of the atmosphere and food in this video, but this Farm/Restaurant is truly mindblowing! The way how they farm all their food and how they cook it traditionally and the passion for food is so unique and amazing. I need to go there some time. I knew about greek food and hospitality before but this is special.
I dont know why people want to give up this lifestyle for the city and rubbish fast food. This is how life should be lived. Work hard at the farm and enjoy the fruits of the labor the honest way.
Even I'm planning to live my life in farms in coming year I'm just 25 year old girl I'm fed up of city hassle ..I love country sides 😍my dream 😋🎉🎉🎉🎇🎇🎆🎆
The food in Crete is hmm it’s like eating in heaven. The farmers markets with all the beautiful produce is a must! Eating in the little village, makes you understand what food is and should be all about. Ohh I miss you Crete.. so do my taste buds.
@@mr.gutgemeint6316 Greek people are authentic!Most of us don't care for 30 more euros but for the real communication that we can have.Greetings from my country my friend!
@Cyrus King sorry you had a bad experience.Being greek myself and working in tourism you can come across such behaviours in the "tourist traps" like in most countries.The difference is that in the places Mark visits none of those ppl are trying to take your money.That is the original Greek experience.Maybe try to go some places with locals next time.This restaurant is a typical "village restaurant" in Greece.And believe me,even if they don't give you back your money they will give you complimentary dishes or something else on your way out.It's how simple Greek ppl express their gratitude that you chose to visit or eat at their place.To show you they are glad and honoured.My parents and grandparents are exactly like that and they don't run any restaurants.;)
@@mr.gutgemeint6316 You are right to be dountful about the honesty of the move, but remember that what we watch here is merely a glimpse of the footage, so the existence of the camera did not guarantee that we would see this gesture for sure. It was Mark's choice to include it and that's proof that at least he saw this as an honest gesture. Moreover, even if the owner did it because Mark is a youtuber, it still remains a totally positive thing to do from an ethical perspective: "you are so graciously showcasing and praising my small restaurant to your international audience. I can't take your money too", which wasn't obliged to do though as we 've seen in all of his other videos were no other owner denied him to pay. The most possible scenario is that Mark paid to the waiter and left, this sm went inside with the money of his table, the owner caught it up and thus returned back to give them back to him out of filotimo (a virtue we cherish, untranslatable). I am convinced of this because as a Greek i know that, for good and bad, we (except me😛) never overthink.
The beauty of simplicity. This is Greece even in its food. Excellent food, not because of complicated cooking recipes, but because of the excellent quality of the ingredients, which are prepared with a lot of love
I've just eaten lunch here today. It's extraordinary and worth the challenge of finding it up in the mountains. Goat, lamb, the very best salad I have ever had, lots of great vegetarian dishes and a truly rustic and authentic setting. Go, go, go. Head for Drakona. The restaurant is outside the village about 1K and is written Dounias or Ntounias. Not many signs but keep going until you see it. Worth every kilometre!
Falls du das liest, kannst du mir die Adresse sagen? Mein Vater und seine Lebensgefährtin fliegen im September wieder nach Kreta und werden in Georgioupolis sein. Ich würde ihm gerne zum Geburtstag als Überraschung einen Besuch dort schenken.
There is nothing better than Greek food, especially Cretan food. I miss Greece so much. I hope I can live there again one day. Long Live Greece and God Bless America.
My daddy is from Crete and his soul is pure , Crete is in my blood.Love the Cretans because they still hold the soul of Greece. Their food is excellent.
These last videos in Greece have been the best by far, you seem more relaxed, nice people around you...and just a level of happiness about your videos here. Really impressed.
That video brought so many smiles to my face, your joy is contagious. You are truly living the dream and yet you are humble, kind and have such a vibrant personality. I agree with everyone, this was one of the best videos to date. God Bless you, Ying and Micah. ❤️ from Australia
I would give my soul to live in a farm like that and have that type of lifestyle, in a country, eating off of the land and just enjoying what God gave us. It's great to see that there are good people in this world still. God bless Adam and the owner of that Cretan farm.
This is the kind of thing I would love to experience. Fresh from farm to table, made by the owner of the farm with love and passion. It's like going to your uncles house for a family gathering. What an awesome place.
Thanks Mark. As a Turk I especially loved your videos from Greece. Reminds me that we're the same and I love it. The owner asking about 4th child and at the end you see that he returns some more money to Mark which basically says he made a very special discount for them is absolutely great. Gotta love these people! Peace Komsu!
Thanks man! Love from Greece!! I've only come to your capital and some rides around there, when I was VERY little. I don't remember much, other than it was beautiful and we had a great time everywhere.
Cretans are a quite special people, just as Greece is a special country. I know only Crete, and can't speak much for mainland Greece, but I can honestly say that his experience in this restaurant in Crete was the rule rather than the exception here. Very good video. I like his uninhibited enthusiasm, which do not think is affected in any way..
Absolutely wonderful ... my husband and I are here in Livadia, Western Crete but leaded to Kalamitsi Amygdali (near Chania) next Saturday and we will definitely make a reservation and eat there. Loved your infectious enthusiasm and great sense of humor. We are both foodies and your video provided just the motivation we needed to drive up to Ntounias! Thank you!
Priceless experience. The real deal cultural food. My partner and I were in Crete earlier that year and it's just what we search for anywhere in the world where the cuisine of indigenous peoples are unaffected by time.
Back in 1992 I received my orders to Crete. I found one book with some info on the island. That place was one of the best years of my life. With the internet, the secret is out. One day I will go back.
Unbelievable, you greeks are extremely different from the other Europeans. I think you are one of the most hospitable and kindest people not only in Europe but also in the world. You are very much different from for example Germany or even France. Although Italians, Spanish and Portuguese are very kind and friendly but I don't think that they are as kind as you.
As long as there is love in the world with people who are willing to share it, the beauty of humanity shines brightly no matter who we are. Love may shine brightly in a different hue depending on where we find ourselves but it still shines no matter what. Thanks for the video, Mark.
Love Crete. For me this is paradise on earth. As a norwegian i always feel welcome in Crete. Very friendly peoples, and the weather is always nice! And the vegetables is the juciest i have ever eaten
This HAS to be the best video you have ever made Mark 👍 and what a privilege to visit a piece of paradise!! Food cooked over an open flame is one of life's pleasures that should me experienced at least once. Truly remarkable and I can feel your excitement through it all
I need to go there next time I visit Crete. It’s by far my most favorite place to go on holiday . The people there are so friendly and welcoming and the island are so beautiful
The chef in this video is the ultimate chefs chef. Absolutely correct, forget the menu and let the chef serve the dishes from within himself. Something to really adore and appreciate.
The stuffed flowers were from the zucchini, it is called anthous which means blossom, it is a rice with herbs and grated zucchini and carrot. We Greeks eat them in the Summer season and and vegetarian, nice served cold the next day. Eleni from Cyprus!
Really the best food in Grece, so open and friendly people, top culture, amazing herbs, strong traditions...we loved Matala (quiet and authentic). Ariane
I absolutely love Mediterranean food, one my 1st choice and go to foods. The goat cooking in that Cretan pot looks amazing but the salad omg i would dive in to that head 1st. It look refreshingly delicious!
Mark thanks for sharing this video. As a Turkish American who also has Greek roots; i love Greece, Greeks, Greek food(which is 99% the same as western Turkish cuisine) We are two halves of the same apple, brothers and share very similar culture especially in the western part of the Turkey. Not just the islands but also mainland of Greece is amazing. I spent close to a year in mainland and some time in Zakynthos. Hope to retire there one day. Peace is already winning hearts on both sides of the Aegean and i hope it expands more. I suggest everyone in US who wishes to go to Greece and the islands; to just go! Don`t waste your life on dreaming and postponing! Just go. You`ll have the best food, amazing culture, climate and hospitality.
@Gore M Greece and Turkey are neighboring countries and they are very similar. I know what I'm saying I'm Greek and you do not know anything about us poor man
@Gore M I am also Turkish American with Greek roots, Greek and Turkish culture and foods are so similar especially in western part of Turkey. You shouldn’t make any comments about things that you have no knowledge of. I love visiting Greece and love Greek people.
@Gore M Living side by side for hundreds of years create the similarity not the origins. I'm from Cunda Island (Μοσχονήσια) of Turkey which was a Greek town before and my family settled there after leaving Crete to Greeks. :)
I’m gonna cry… I miss Greece so much, I was in Crete in September. Wish I saw this video about the mountain restaurant before. Oh but my absolute favorite dish is stuffed zucchini flowers, I’m so happy you got to try them! I love Greece
This is one of your best videos. You always seem to get the most excited when you can emerse yourself in real authentic local lifestyle. What an amazing experience. Thank you for sharing this one.
God bless you Mark. I was there last year and this clip brought back so many beautiful memories. Visiting different restaurants with loved ones and my father showing me his village is something I will never forget. Cretan culture is very unique and special. It really cannot be described in mere words. For anyone interested in this clip please fly to Crete and experience this passion.
This Antounias place near village of Drakona is a true culinary heaven! And really authentic, local residents eat there almost every night. Highly recommended!
We went there a few days ago during our week here. My favorite of our trip. The Goat was the bomb. Every dish was awesome. So friendly. A true food experience. Big THANKS for this video. Made my day!
@Nati Raymond. Palestine is the territory that is now comprised of parts of the State of Israel and the whole of the Palestian Authority territories. Prior to the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948, it was a territory mandated to Great Britain and prior to that a province of the Ottoman empire. The name Palestine is derived from a native people of the region, the Philistines.
An advice from a local: if you want to try out genuine Greek food and the traditional way of life, visit tavernas that are up in the mountains. They are less touristy and they're keeping it real, in contrast to some touristic places by the sea.
one of my favourite episodes of yours. so simple but i love it. all i can think of is quitting my job and moving to somewhere like this and just living off the land for a year.
I've been following Mark's food & travel videos for a while now and this is one is my favorites, i liked it so much that it finally compelled me to leave a comment. Kudos to this amazing farm/restaurant place and to such a genuine and informative review!
THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO YOU EVER MADE MARK.LOVE YOU MARK. YOU JUST KEEP ON EXPLORING AND ENJOYING YOUR LIFE AND GIVING THE EXPERIENCE TO US ALONGSIDE. CAN'T EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS.KEEP EXPLORING AND SHOW US MORE.
I'm Greek living in Australia and when I did go to Greece for a while when I was little those berries my grandma use to pick for me all the time, they were my FAVOURITE! I also was on the farm quite a lot and some things really freaked me out... like the bugs... some animals are scary because they are rough. Also the flower's are so addicting and refreshing... I can't stop at 2... gotta hav like 10 AHAHA but yeah overall you really experience every part of the life cycle of your food. Truly an amazing experience! Thank you so much for sharing Greece, the island life, the food, the environment, the people and hospitality. I'm sure all your Greek viewers appreciate you showing the good that still thrives :)
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For me this was the best episode among Marks europe tour vlogs. Real people and genuine local food.
yes, but Lisbon was also great
I agree
Yeah you rite! Its unlike The swiss one the foods looks so bland.
Crete is a true gem! I'm Greek so you'll think that there's some bias, but honestly it's one of the most amazing places to live or visit. Imo it's the best place in Greece, even though some other islands get more credit. Btw I'm not Cretan. :)
This greek man so lovely keeping you tradition alive and such a beautiful that to is not easy . May god give him more tourists to his farm . Aameen
I love Crete and have been many times. Once we stayed in Rethymnon and one evening went searching for somewhere to eat, away from the tourist areas. At the end of an alley we saw some faint light and went for a look. There were 3 tables, surrounded by grape vines in the courtyard of a very very old building. My wife speaks Greek and we met the owner who invited us to look in her kitchen. No menu, 4 or 5 dishes, fish, meat, vegetables, that's it, laid out on her worktop. We sat down, and the table filled with food. The lady even ran somewhere, to get our preferred drink's as she didn't have it in her kitchen. That meal, is one of my most memorable meals, ever. Simple food, cooked perfectly. A very special place.
Wow what a story
Sir can you bless us with the name of this magical place?
@@tobi44030 *_MALAKA TAVERNA_*
Well..Im a Greek guy and u give me one more reason to love Greece... I read all the comments and you make me feel so lucky that i live in a country like Greece..
Keep making these amazing videos.. :)
You are very lucky and blessed!
Thanks dear Mark for the beautiful videos for my country, Greece is land of the God's and you all are welcoming 🇬🇷💙
Dude you he gave you your money back, that's hospitality at a level I have never seen before, awesome people
That's how cretans are.we made the famous Mediterranean diet!
Believe me this is how they are not only on the video. I never left a restaurant there without getting some “on the house” dessert or sth.
Alberto Lopez he gave his change 😂
@@Sishirreddy123 no he gave the money back
They have that in McDonnalds all the time in USA. I order cheeseburger and they give me my money back. Or maybe not. I forgot.
Mark you are the best.....God bless you and your family also!!!🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷
Greek cuisine is heaven. Nowhere on all my travels have I tasted food as great as in Greece. These mothers and grandmothers are cooking angels. I have been since then cooking Greek!
And damn Mark! the way how you find out Greece and it's many splendors and cuisine is how I started in Greece on my own travels! Every meal exploded my mind. I truly love to see your videos!
That's because you are lying unstoppably and you Greek.
Cyrus King how do u know they steal most dishes from their neighbors?
@@ΞιπόλυτοςΈκλτης Ανδ γιου αρ Αλμπανιαν
@Cyrus King steal foods from neighbors yes because we didnt eat anything before they appear near us stupid hate comment pike always from you if you dont like dont come in greece oe dont watch those videos
I ate there last week. Honestly one of the best meals I've ever had, and that is saying a lot because the food on Crete is generally amazing. The little girl you see as he walks in at 2:50 helped set our table, she must be around 9 or 10 now.
Dude, that girl looks around 5.
@@samuelbruyneel yeah this video was taken several years before I went 🤣
Greeks are passionate cooks cook from there hearts
The sheeps running towards them after the owner called was the cutest thing.. I like how Mark is very respectful to everyone and tries everything they suggest which also includes feeding the sheep..
I’ve been to Greece twice and I will never forget all the beautiful memories. Greeks are hospitable, warm and friendly people. Their cuisine touches ones soul. Never made it to Crete though. This video just brought me to tears soon as reality hits me. It will take a while before tourism can go back to how it was pre-pandemic. Because of this video, Crete is now on top of my list post pandemic. Please give details of how we can go to this farm. It’s a mystery to me how people can give this one a thumbs down. I had to hit subscribe midway.
If you can... you must go to Crete.........its a heaven on earth
This place is right here
www.google.com/maps/place/ΝΤΟΥΝΙΑΣ-ΠΑΡΑΔΟΣΙΑΚΟ+ΓΑΣΤΡΟΝΟΜΙΚΟ+ΚΕΝΤΡΟ+ΚΡΗΤΙΚΗΣ+ΔΙΑΤΡΟΦΗΣ/@35.4073005,24.020735,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sAF1QipOkfxeEqZEqeLffYRNW-Qw2zogyYkt1BeR6hpm5!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh5.googleusercontent.com%2Fp%2FAF1QipOkfxeEqZEqeLffYRNW-Qw2zogyYkt1BeR6hpm5%3Dw114-h86-k-no!7i4048!8i3036!4m5!3m4!1s0x0:0x6fceab6568800fd1!8m2!3d35.4074541!4d24.0203328
I'm falling in love with the freshness of the products and the landscapes... I just can't wait to travel around in Greece.
i love the greek people, culture, food ouzo...greetings from germany..;-)
Raki, in Crete, seldom ouzo.
I change my plan..before watching this I really want to visit switzerland as my 1st europian travel...but now it is change...I WANT TO VISIT GREECE FIRST! looks so friendly and charming country! Thankyou mark for showing us this...and the chef is so humble makes my heart so warm...
best choice.believe me.
*_HEY RIZKI, DID YOU EVER GO TO GREECE?_*
Cretan people are very gracious & kind
& generous
GOD BLESS CRETE & all CRETANS
Proud of my Cretan ancestry and surname :P Every Greek that has a "akis" on the surname has some connection to Crete.
Much love to the Greek people from Armenia !!
Love, Brother!
the sounds from the guy cooking on his farm was heaven 😍👌❤ the farm was amazing!!!! what a magical place.
I love Greece 🇬🇷 beautiful country love Greek people Greek food Greek salad 🥗 from Kurdistan
Much love to our Kurdish sisters and brothers ❤️ from Greece 🇬🇷🙏💙 come visit us sometime 🙂
The cooking farmer, what an absolutely wonderful human being. Everyone should know their craft as well as he does and if everyone was as hospitable as he is, what a wonderful world it would be.
Greeks are passionate. What a view. Nice weather. I could almost taste the food Mark.
I already smell origano...
I went to Creta for vacation more than 10times, last October being the latest. One of the best food experience if you like Mediterranean rustic style.
But Cretan people are also the spice to the whole story. Amazing natural people that make you feel so welcome.
Once you really being on creta your heart never feels the same once you leave the island you know you want to come back over and over again I being there 4 times. Just came back few days ago. God bless you Mark and take care of your self.
You're absolutely right! Have been to this island 10 times and my parents even have like 5 more stays and allways in the beautiful Georgioupolis! A part of my mom who sadly died last year is now a part of Crete.
Greek people are amazing. Really friendly and helpful. Pretty linked to their friends, family and heritage. To be honest, as a Brazilian, greek people were the closest in Europe to the latin heat. Great footage!
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Hey Mark, we recently went to this restaurant. It was an incredible experience the chef is such an awesome person, we hugged him at the end, thank you for making this video!!
How cool. Hopefully we can travel to crete soon and then we will visit as well
where is it and what is its name?
What is the name of the restaurant please?
@@AwakeningwithLily it's called ntounias
@@takispedaros6704 taverna ntounias in crete :)
I miss my beautiful country a lot!!! Thank you so much!!!!!!!!
Food looked amazing, hospitality was out of this world, Generosity was out of this world, to give you your money back, rarely unseen in this world, bringing so many cultures together, with the love of food, you rock Mark, great family you have,
its really amazing bro.1000%
This guy's farm/tarevn is the epitome of hard work and dedication. Because it goes so much more than just grilling some meat of making a messy salad with some local olive oil. Salute
My mind is blown! I visited Crete two times already, and just wanted to see some of the atmosphere and food in this video, but this Farm/Restaurant is truly mindblowing! The way how they farm all their food and how they cook it traditionally and the passion for food is so unique and amazing. I need to go there some time. I knew about greek food and hospitality before but this is special.
This is literally like heaven for me! So glad the Greeks are still in touch with nature in this way!
I dont know why people want to give up this lifestyle for the city and rubbish fast food.
This is how life should be lived. Work hard at the farm and enjoy the fruits of the labor the honest way.
j12torts lmao so romanticised
easier said than done, thou, especially in the society we live in.
I totally agree! At the rate of inflation, we'll be back to the way God planned it soon enough!
Even I'm planning to live my life in farms in coming year I'm just 25 year old girl I'm fed up of city hassle ..I love country sides 😍my dream 😋🎉🎉🎉🎇🎇🎆🎆
this is how we greeks live we not eating mc donalds or some convenience product.
The food in Crete is hmm it’s like eating in heaven. The farmers markets with all the beautiful produce is a must! Eating in the little village, makes you understand what food is and should be all about. Ohh I miss you Crete.. so do my taste buds.
The owner gave Mark the money back.. Such a pure soul
And what is so nice about this? Without the camera you would even pay more as tourists
@@mr.gutgemeint6316 Greek people are authentic!Most of us don't care for 30 more euros but for the real communication that we can have.Greetings from my country my friend!
@Cyrus King sorry you had a bad experience.Being greek myself and working in tourism you can come across such behaviours in the "tourist traps" like in most countries.The difference is that in the places Mark visits none of those ppl are trying to take your money.That is the original Greek experience.Maybe try to go some places with locals next time.This restaurant is a typical "village restaurant" in Greece.And believe me,even if they don't give you back your money they will give you complimentary dishes or something else on your way out.It's how simple Greek ppl express their gratitude that you chose to visit or eat at their place.To show you they are glad and honoured.My parents and grandparents are exactly like that and they don't run any restaurants.;)
@@mr.gutgemeint6316 You are right to
be dountful about the honesty of the move, but remember that what we watch here is merely a glimpse of the footage, so the existence of the camera did not guarantee that we would see this gesture for sure. It was Mark's choice to include it and that's proof that at least he saw this as an honest gesture.
Moreover, even if the owner did it because Mark is a youtuber, it still remains a totally positive thing to do from an ethical perspective: "you are so graciously showcasing and praising my small restaurant to your international audience. I can't take your money too", which wasn't obliged to do though as we 've seen in all of his other videos were no other owner denied him to pay.
The most possible scenario is that Mark paid to the waiter and left, this sm went inside with the money of his table, the owner caught it up and thus returned back to give them back to him out of filotimo (a virtue we cherish, untranslatable). I am convinced of this because as a Greek i know that, for good and bad, we (except me😛) never overthink.
i would have very politely but strongly refused to take the money back
The beauty of simplicity. This is Greece even in its food. Excellent food, not because of complicated cooking recipes, but because of the excellent quality of the ingredients, which are prepared with a lot of love
I've just eaten lunch here today. It's extraordinary and worth the challenge of finding it up in the mountains. Goat, lamb, the very best salad I have ever had, lots of great vegetarian dishes and a truly rustic and authentic setting. Go, go, go. Head for Drakona. The restaurant is outside the village about 1K and is written Dounias or Ntounias. Not many signs but keep going until you see it. Worth every kilometre!
It was quite the ride! Took us 1.5 hrs in a manual. So worth it though!
@@user-nj1zu2nf1x Memories! Stuck here in Hong Kong, my mouth can still water at the remembered taste of that food!
2 days ago I went here to have lunch. It took us 2 hours to get there, but it was very worth it! A awesome and very tasty experience !
The people, the scenery, the music, and of course the food... GORGEOUS!! One of my favorite vlogs of yours, Mark 💜
I've been to this family taverna in the mountains just about 3 weeks ago :) Cretan food is the best! Greetings from Austria
Falls du das liest, kannst du mir die Adresse sagen? Mein Vater und seine Lebensgefährtin fliegen im September wieder nach Kreta und werden in Georgioupolis sein. Ich würde ihm gerne zum Geburtstag als Überraschung einen Besuch dort schenken.
@cafta 260126 Ντουνιάς-Παραδοσιακό Γαστρονομικό Κέντρο Κρητικής Διατροφής/Ntounias (I believe, based on the comment above :) )
This is by far the best type of AUTHENTIC BACKYARD FARM TO TABLE DISH. no wonder people have long life over here❤️👍🏻🤘🏼❤️
Absolutely beautiful the only way to eat purely from the land... Amazing loving people culture and all just love it 😍💞😍💞
There is nothing better than Greek food, especially Cretan food. I miss Greece so much. I hope I can live there again one day. Long Live Greece and God Bless America.
My daddy is from Crete and his soul is pure , Crete is in my blood.Love the Cretans because they still hold the soul of Greece. Their food is excellent.
These last videos in Greece have been the best by far, you seem more relaxed, nice people around you...and just a level of happiness about your videos here. Really impressed.
That video brought so many smiles to my face, your joy is contagious. You are truly living the dream and yet you are humble, kind and have such a vibrant personality. I agree with everyone, this was one of the best videos to date. God Bless you, Ying and Micah. ❤️ from Australia
i love that u got away from expensive overpriced restaurant food. I've never heard of Crete before today and now its on my bucket list!
at the end the owner gave him his money back he did not charge him nothing and that's the greek hospitality and greek spirit
Gave him change from a fifty maybe? Whatever.
In my opinion,this is by far the best Episode
Amazing joyful atmosphere
I would give my soul to live in a farm like that and have that type of lifestyle, in a country, eating off of the land and just enjoying what God gave us.
It's great to see that there are good people in this world still. God bless Adam and the owner of that Cretan farm.
This one of your best videos. Best local food, real local people and great scenery.
This is the kind of thing I would love to experience. Fresh from farm to table, made by the owner of the farm with love and passion. It's like going to your uncles house for a family gathering. What an awesome place.
The best vid from Mark so far because of the wholesomeness of the place and the impressive rustic food cooked the traditional way.
My 1st Favorite Country. G R E E C E
Thanks Mark. As a Turk I especially loved your videos from Greece. Reminds me that we're the same and I love it. The owner asking about 4th child and at the end you see that he returns some more money to Mark which basically says he made a very special discount for them is absolutely great. Gotta love these people!
Peace Komsu!
Onur D can you understand Greek ?
much love my Turkish brother. Our people is really similar , only if we could understand that instead of fighting all the time
Yasu kardash
@@vanyakouveli3113 kardeşim benim
Thanks man! Love from Greece!!
I've only come to your capital and some rides around there, when I was VERY little.
I don't remember much, other than it was beautiful and we had a great time everywhere.
Cretans are a quite special people, just as Greece is a special country. I know only Crete, and can't speak much for mainland Greece, but I can honestly say that his experience in this restaurant in Crete was the rule rather than the exception here. Very good video. I like his uninhibited enthusiasm, which do not think is affected in any way..
greek tomatoes are out of this world
Absolutely wonderful ... my husband and I are here in Livadia, Western Crete but leaded to Kalamitsi Amygdali (near Chania) next Saturday and we will definitely make a reservation and eat there. Loved your infectious enthusiasm and great sense of humor. We are both foodies and your video provided just the motivation we needed to drive up to Ntounias! Thank you!
Priceless experience. The real deal cultural food. My partner and I were in Crete earlier that year and it's just what we search for anywhere in the world where the cuisine of indigenous peoples are unaffected by time.
This is happiest I have seen Mark narrate and eat. So jealous right now
When mark uploads u know it's gonna be a good day
last year i spent 2 months in Chania. absolute JOY of a lifestyle.
bustinasscoach May I ask what you enjoyed more?
Back in 1992 I received my orders to Crete. I found one book with some info on the island. That place was one of the best years of my life. With the internet, the secret is out. One day I will go back.
My daughter moved to Crete from Alaska, I’d love to tell her about this farm so she and her husband could experience it!
In hersonissos (heraklion region )live a big family from alaska
This is one of my favourite vlogs. The stunning scenary, beautiful kind people and delicious food. 👍
Thank you Steve!
I agree, this have been my favorite episode so far, i love it!
Crete and food in the med is superfilous.... very generous and humbeling people.
Unbelievable, you greeks are extremely different from the other Europeans. I think you are one of the most hospitable and kindest people not only in Europe but also in the world. You are very much different from for example Germany or even France. Although Italians, Spanish and Portuguese are very kind and friendly but I don't think that they are as kind as you.
Thank you for your kind words!!!I hope one day you can come to Greece and experience all these!!!😁
You cannot judge people based upon nationalities, everyone is an individual.
Thankyou for your beautiful comment ❤
As long as there is love in the world with people who are willing to share it, the beauty of humanity shines brightly no matter who we are.
Love may shine brightly in a different hue depending on where we find ourselves but it still shines no matter what.
Thanks for the video, Mark.
I agree
αααα ρε ελλαδααα .. εισαι μια κ μοναδικηηηη τελοοοος !!
much love from greece
Spiridon Iliadakis ...και λίγα είπες...
@@organicdelights6049 Pame na pioume ena raki mazi!
Love Crete. For me this is paradise on earth. As a norwegian i always feel welcome in Crete. Very friendly peoples, and the weather is always nice! And the vegetables is the juciest i have ever eaten
My fav country is greece ... this crete food is soo much near palestinian food .. 🇵🇸💓🇬🇷
Muhammed Ghassan 😊💖
Free palestine
Muhammed Ghassan Cretan Palestinian Connection is Very Old Brother :)
@@SpartanLeonidas1821 ya bro i know our grandfathers come from crete thosands years ago 😍😉
Muhammed Ghassan Love you guys from Crete, stay strong Always 💪
This HAS to be the best video you have ever made Mark 👍 and what a privilege to visit a piece of paradise!! Food cooked over an open flame is one of life's pleasures that should me experienced at least once. Truly remarkable and I can feel your excitement through it all
I need to go there next time I visit Crete. It’s by far my most favorite place to go on holiday . The people there are so friendly and welcoming and the island are so beautiful
Did you had the chance?
(Should I remind you??)
The chef in this video is the ultimate chefs chef.
Absolutely correct, forget the menu and let the chef serve the dishes from within himself.
Something to really adore and appreciate.
The stuffed flowers were from the zucchini, it is called anthous which means blossom, it is a rice with herbs and grated zucchini and carrot. We Greeks eat them in the Summer season and and vegetarian, nice served cold the next day. Eleni from Cyprus!
So much of this food is good served cold the next day, it's only the salad you have to use at once!
Really the best food in Grece, so open and friendly people, top culture, amazing herbs, strong traditions...we loved Matala (quiet and authentic). Ariane
This guys loves his food. He is amazing chef and farmer. Thanks Mark for another great video.
I absolutely love Mediterranean food, one my 1st choice and go to foods. The goat cooking in that Cretan pot looks amazing but the salad omg i would dive in to that head 1st. It look refreshingly delicious!
the man who has the farm is a friend of me i have go there many many times :D all the things in there is amazing
I’m usually impressed by places you visit but this one just WOW it looks absolutely amazing!
Mark thanks for sharing this video. As a Turkish American who also has Greek roots; i love Greece, Greeks, Greek food(which is 99% the same as western Turkish cuisine) We are two halves of the same apple, brothers and share very similar culture especially in the western part of the Turkey. Not just the islands but also mainland of Greece is amazing. I spent close to a year in mainland and some time in Zakynthos. Hope to retire there one day. Peace is already winning hearts on both sides of the Aegean and i hope it expands more. I suggest everyone in US who wishes to go to Greece and the islands; to just go! Don`t waste your life on dreaming and postponing! Just go. You`ll have the best food, amazing culture, climate and hospitality.
@Gore M Greece and Turkey are neighboring countries and they are very similar. I know what I'm saying I'm Greek and you do not know anything about us poor man
@Gore M I am also Turkish American with Greek roots, Greek and Turkish culture and foods are so similar especially in western part of Turkey. You shouldn’t make any comments about things that you have no knowledge of.
I love visiting Greece and love Greek people.
@Gore M Living side by side for hundreds of years create the similarity not the origins. I'm from Cunda Island (Μοσχονήσια) of Turkey which was a Greek town before and my family settled there after leaving Crete to Greeks. :)
I've been to both Turkey and Greece and the people in both countries look alike and they basically cook alike as well
Gore M actually yes they most certainly do
That’s the type of cook who clearly loves what he does!
I’m gonna cry… I miss Greece so much, I was in Crete in September. Wish I saw this video about the mountain restaurant before. Oh but my absolute favorite dish is stuffed zucchini flowers, I’m so happy you got to try them! I love Greece
This is one of your best videos. You always seem to get the most excited when you can emerse yourself in real authentic local lifestyle. What an amazing experience. Thank you for sharing this one.
God bless you Mark. I was there last year and this clip brought back so many beautiful memories. Visiting different restaurants with loved ones and my father showing me his village is something I will never forget. Cretan culture is very unique and special. It really cannot be described in mere words. For anyone interested in this clip please fly to Crete and experience this passion.
This Antounias place near village of Drakona is a true culinary heaven! And really authentic, local residents eat there almost every night. Highly recommended!
Well .. Markus .. I have to say that on this occassion you really have unearthed a truly rustic, culinary and cultural jem. Well done!
We went there a few days ago during our week here. My favorite of our trip. The Goat was the bomb. Every dish was awesome. So friendly. A true food experience. Big THANKS for this video. Made my day!
Lots of love to Crete from Palestine.
From where?
That cool owner given money back
@@emanuell5926 from Palestine
@@eddiewest1201 What is palestine?
@Nati Raymond. Palestine is the territory that is now comprised of parts of the State of Israel and the whole of the Palestian Authority territories. Prior to the establishment of the State of Israel in 1948, it was a territory mandated to Great Britain and prior to that a province of the Ottoman empire.
The name Palestine is derived from a native people of the region, the Philistines.
When you hear Mark impressed over SALAD! You know the food must be good in Crete. . .
The food in Crete and my home city of Thessaloniki in Northern Greece is the best in the whole country. Love from New York.
An advice from a local: if you want to try out genuine Greek food and the traditional way of life, visit tavernas that are up in the mountains. They are less touristy and they're keeping it real, in contrast to some touristic places by the sea.
Wow Greece is so beautiful. I think that was one of your best videos yet. Could tell you really enjoyed it too.
one of my favourite episodes of yours. so simple but i love it. all i can think of is quitting my job and moving to somewhere like this and just living off the land for a year.
Hello Mark. Your vids bring people together through a common appreciation for food. Thanks!
Thank you!
Cretan food is unique in it's own way and so, so delicious. With food like that I would never want to leave the island.
Greece just became one of my must visit places!
Crete and Greece is natually beautiful to me. On my top of my bucket list to visit and experience. Thanks for the great video and tour!
Wow! I love meat but that salad was a masterpiece. This was a trip to paradise.
Mark this is one of your best video's. I enjoyed watching.
Love visiting Greece and how each establishment is family operated and so welcoming and hospitable! Love being welcomed into their kitchen!
I've been following Mark's food & travel videos for a while now and this is one is my favorites, i liked it so much that it finally compelled me to leave a comment. Kudos to this amazing farm/restaurant place and to such a genuine and informative review!
THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO YOU EVER MADE MARK.LOVE YOU MARK. YOU JUST KEEP ON EXPLORING AND ENJOYING YOUR LIFE AND GIVING THE EXPERIENCE TO US ALONGSIDE. CAN'T EXPRESS HOW MUCH I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS.KEEP EXPLORING AND SHOW US MORE.
Thank you Raju!
YOU'RE WELCOME MARK. JUST KEEP ROCKING.LOADS OF LOVE FROM INDIA.
WHY ARE WE YELLING?!?!
What a rare and amazing dining experience to share!
Mary Leialoha I agree!
I'm Greek living in Australia and when I did go to Greece for a while when I was little those berries my grandma use to pick for me all the time, they were my FAVOURITE! I also was on the farm quite a lot and some things really freaked me out... like the bugs... some animals are scary because they are rough. Also the flower's are so addicting and refreshing... I can't stop at 2... gotta hav like 10 AHAHA but yeah overall you really experience every part of the life cycle of your food. Truly an amazing experience! Thank you so much for sharing Greece, the island life, the food, the environment, the people and hospitality. I'm sure all your Greek viewers appreciate you showing the good that still thrives :)
I went to this fantastic place in 2016 and I still remember their tasty food and hospitality.
This is absolutely my FAVORITE episode