Flags at the Thessaloniki City Hall are flying at half-mast in honor of former mayor Giannis Boutaris, who passed away at the age of 82. His impact on the region—particularly in the wine industry and environmental conservation—was profound, with local…
The Thessaloniki Film Festival mourns the loss of Yiannis Boutaris, who passed away at 82 on November 9. A significant figure in Greece’s social, political, and cultural landscape, Boutaris served as the Mayor of Thessaloniki and was a long-time supporter…
Giannis Boutaris, a radical politician and pioneering figure in Greece’s wine industry, has passed away, leaving a legacy as a beloved yet controversial personality in Thessaloniki. Born in 1942, Boutaris not only led his family’s winery but also served as…
As Donald Trump prepares for a possible return to the U.S. presidency, his previous imposition of a 25% tariff on French wine raises alarms among producers. Last year, Americans spent 4 billion euros on alcohol, increasing anxiety among vintners already…
