Today we drove from Argostoli to the town of Poros. The terrain between the two towns is rocky and the roads curvy. Nikos, the host of our apartment in Poros, took pity on us and kindly invited us to attend his extended family’s Easter feast. This was fortunate for us, because nothing much was open in tiny Poros on the holiday.
We followed Nikos in our car up the windy country road to the home of his uncle and aunt for Easter dinner. We were warmly welcomed by his family and friends and we enjoyed a delicious meal with many Greek dishes. The centerpiece of the meal was a whole lamb roasted on a spit. The family home is on a hillside above the town of Poros and the view is spectacular.
We arrived in time for the carving of the Easter lamb and the link to the video below shows the number of helpers the process require.
Twenty-one people including the matriarch of the family, Nikos mom; aunts, uncles, cousins and family friends gathered around the table with the blue sky and sea as a backdrop. The discussion was lively and the Greek music in the background made for a unique experience.
Post-lunch we went for a walk and then settled into our home for the next three nights. One advantage to being here off-season as the price is low for our top-floor apartment with a view of the sea. The apartment is cozy and located in the center of town.
Nikos loves to garden growing roses, lilies and citrus. There is an abundant supply of lemons, kumquats and oranges.
The small apartment complex is spotlessly clean with many nice features.
So we’ve had a very fun and interesting day. We’re grateful to this Greek family or welcoming us so warmly.