Synopsis

The Greek islands, inhabited by a people of strong will and deep pride, offer a life of quietude, deeply rooted in tradition. Existence here centers on shared meals, local wines, and the bonds of friendship and family. On Naxos, Bourdain ventures out to dive the wreck of a sunken ship, shares raki with islanders, and enjoys fare plucked straight from the fishing boats: octopus salad, salatouri (skate), and rofos (grouper) simply prepared with olive oil and lemon. His explorations lead him to The