Tarpon Springs, FL | Exploring Greek Food & Culture + Sea Sponge Docks 🇬🇷🧽

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Hi! I’m Christine 🙋🏼‍♀️ After working for many years in sales and business ownership, I felt major burnout 😵‍💫 I sold my houses, extra cars, and most of my belongings. Now I'm happier than ever having very few material things. I travel living out of my vehicle. In 2022 my old and blind best friend, Chase the Dog, joined me on my travels 🐶 We roam the USA looking for adventure, food, and fun! I'm never sure what the future holds. Join the adventure and find out with me! 🤩
In this video, I have a blast exploring the Greek food and culture in Tarpon Springs, Florida. I also learn about sea sponges and how they are harvested.
*P.S. After making this video, I learned that the correct pronunciation of the town is "Tarpin" Springs. I will check with locals going forward! 🤦🏼‍♀️ Live and Learn! 😄
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0:00 Intro
1:35 Greek Coffee & Greek Chocolate Mousse
4:20 Natural Sponge Facts
5:27 Sites of Interest
6:28 Chalkis Mediterranean Food
10:18 St. Michael’s Shrine
10:56 Spinach Pie
12:12 Outro
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@mindyhuskey3384 2 жыл бұрын

Your pronunciation of Tarpon is so cute. The locals say it like TarpIN not TarpON. That makes this video all the more precious. To this day, whenever someone drops something, I'll say "Opa!" I've since moved to the mountains, but sure would love to have some spanakopita (spinach pie) right now, yum! Downtown Tarpon Springs has a lot of cool history, eateries and shopping as well. Happy Travels! :)

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

I have learned to ask a local how to pronounce a town's name rather than assuming 🤣 I haven't had spinach pie since this video and I'm craving it again 😋 Thank you very much for watching! 😃

@BROTHERGRAVY 2 жыл бұрын

Keep it up and A&E will be calling...great job ..please make more.....

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Awww 🥰 Thanks so much for the kind words and support!!! 🙏

@babeequeenuniversity7559 10 ай бұрын

I love how you educate us about the different places you visit🥰

@MrManicola 11 ай бұрын

love Tarpon Springs with Greek food,

@mikekouvatasjr5417 Жыл бұрын

The custard that you wanted is called Galaktoboureko. Galaktoboureko, or Greek custard pie. It is my favorite Greek dessert. The chocolate cake was just that chocolate cake.

@jquas1965 Жыл бұрын

I love Tarpon Springs, Greek food, Greek music and raunchy tee shirts.

@tomkamboures4590 5 ай бұрын

Was born in Tarpon Springs, and still love it. The sponge docks were my favorite hangouts. when I was a kid. Lived on Cedar

@gmpny3945 2 жыл бұрын

I truly enjoyed your video. I visited Tarpon Springs and the Sponge Docks every summer in the 80s and 90s with my children. It was always lots of fun. Thank you for the wonderful memories. Yia sou!!

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Yia sou!!! Thank you for watching! 😃🙏

@beyourownhomepro-1915 2 жыл бұрын

It’s a good thing I watched this video just before supper. Great video

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Haha 😆 Thanks for watching! 🙏

@christen5042 8 ай бұрын

Love the sponge docks. Proud Native Floridian here! That sandwich, I found to be oh so yummy when he spoke of the ingredients.

@stillse2130 Жыл бұрын

The Greek desert you wanted is called Galaktobouriko! I was like Nooooo when I heard chocolate mouse.... You have to go back and try it now lol

@ChristineMeachum Жыл бұрын

Yes!!! That was it!!! No wonder I couldn’t remember or pronounce it lol 😂 Thanks for the clarification 🙏😃

@larrybenton777 2 жыл бұрын

I shouldn't have watched this video on an empty stomach. Lol. Great video, Christine. 😊

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Haha 😆 Thanks Larry!!!

@sandollar77 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness Christine!! The sea sponge facts, the little town's history, the shrine of St. Michael and so much more. I'm not trying to impress but you should really check in to a City's tourist center and use this as a "demo" video (another great video was on Dunedin, the sauce) You are the best "Traveling Ambassador" that they would be so grateful in having your expertise in displaying reasons to come and visit. Remind me not to watch your videos on an empty stomach! 👋😷 I miss the good Greek cuisine and I'll have some soon, but not yet. Thank you and Safe Travels. 💗 -Frankie G.

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Frankie! If I ever need a promoter you will be my first call 🤣 I get hungry editing my food videos too lol 😋 Thanks for the support!!!

@sandollar77 2 жыл бұрын

LOL, you are too much!! Of course I would be honored to promote your stunning talents on how to best showcase each of these lovely and inviting destinations!! And OMG the food!! Who wouldn't want to order TWO of everything to have for not just lunch, but later for dinner too!! And of course editing would drive your appetite up!! lol Thank you Christine!!

@budsabbath2055 2 жыл бұрын

i like the country music in the background

@doug8525 2 жыл бұрын

You sure know how to find the fun places to visit! I’m a sucker for sweet treats and that chocolate mousse looked super delicious! Same for the sandwiches! Have fun!

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the support Doug! 🙏

@pauli6043 Жыл бұрын

I almost puked when I saw the coffee with all that sludge in the bottom, but boy, did that chocolate mousse look outstanding!

@melissahipes5443 2 жыл бұрын

Oh man, now I'm craving Greek!! That's all so cool!

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Hahaha 😝 Thanks!

@MrManicola 11 ай бұрын

I think you were looking for Galatopoureko (custard wrapped in filo) and you got a chocolate mouse instead. Glad you found your spanakopitta (Spinach & fetta wrapped in filo) though. I am Greek and each time I am in central Florida, I make it a point to go to Tarpon Springs, because it does feel like Greece. The only place outside of Greece that feels that way. Most of the people there come from the Greek islands of Kalymnos and Chalki

@anthonycdamico 10 ай бұрын

Next Christine van/food adventure.............the Mediterranean 😎

@ChristineMeachum 10 ай бұрын

It might be tough to drive there but I'll figure it out lol

@anthonycdamico 10 ай бұрын

@@ChristineMeachum Lol, yes, definitely a difficult long drive 🤣 I lay awake sometimes dreaming, wondering if I could ever travel and experience Europe the way you travel the USA. Imagine car camping for Oktoberfest, or wine touring Italy 😍

@susansharp112 Жыл бұрын

Loved this video. I will go there because of your video

@melissahatchew8383 2 жыл бұрын

Joey's specialty looked SO good!!!! I adore tzatziki sauce!

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Ikr?! I would take a bath in tzatziki 🤣

@michellereed8342 Жыл бұрын

I did a tour with my pup there in Jan - we love that dog park! And the food!

@ChristineMeachum Жыл бұрын

Wow! That's cool! 🐶😍

@ra1nmkr 2 жыл бұрын

I already give it a thumbs up before I even watch. You don't understand how much I look forward to your videos! The serotonin in my brain shoots through the roof lol Keep it up!!

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Aww 🥰 Thank you so much!!! I really appreciate the positive feedback! 🙏

@cocomuhly Жыл бұрын

I’m a new subscriber and you are the cutest! I love to travel and new adventures. Love the videos!

@ChristineMeachum Жыл бұрын

Welcome Cortnee! 👋🏼 I really appreciate the support! 😃🙏🏼

@florenceameliastbernard1901 2 жыл бұрын

beautiful as ever, keep it up x

@inavandownbytheriver 2 жыл бұрын

I used to love visiting Tarpon Springs as a little kid. Such a cool place. And I LOVE Greek food as well. I'd be in heaven! Enjoy your stay in the area. It's actually pretty nice there.

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

It is such a cool place! Thanks for watching! 😃🙏

@meggenpaine2066 2 жыл бұрын

Christine, this is sooi cool that your doing all this!? I wanna know the story of you you got all this going!

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Meggen! 👋 I hope you are doing well!!! Long story short, I’ve always wanted to travel and a camper van is easy and inexpensive 🙂

@neilroberts7589 Ай бұрын

Love me some Greek food

@briancclevenger 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Christine, as always your visits to those lil shops and the foods has my tummy growl for some. I have to pause your videos to see all the wonderful shops you visit, they are amazing. I so look forward to your vlogs and the places you go to, however I now know to watch on a full tummy.😀 Take care and stay safe.

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the support Brian! I appreciate it!!! 🙏

@dilmanalsalehi7018 Жыл бұрын

Great content, i like it

@ChristineMeachum Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! 😃🙏🏼

@theclassyconfidentwoman1231 Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel! This was so interesting. thanks for putting all the effort into taking us along with you!

@ChristineMeachum Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the encouragement! 💖

@anthonykellum9501 Жыл бұрын

💘 really well done. I wanna go

@ChristineMeachum Жыл бұрын

Thank you Anthony! I would highly recommend going if you can! 😃

@coolbeans-plantbased707 Жыл бұрын

I’m a local! Wish I had known you were in town!

@ChristineMeachum Жыл бұрын

You live in a beautiful city! 😃

@hmfem3656 Жыл бұрын

Another great video, I live on the east coast of Florida, now I am tempted to definitely pay a visit to the west coast & eat some of the delicious food you introduced & who knows perhaps gain some unwanted weight, haha !!!!

@ChristineMeachum Жыл бұрын

You should! 😆

@mirp5497 2 жыл бұрын

You are the culinary guide Love the food you try Hopefully soon I'll be traveling soon Love your content Keep up the great work Question how do you get around the copyright with background music in cafe? Also have you thought about a live stream that people can contribute Stay safe and keep on traveling From Michigan

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Hi 👋 I was not able to get around the copyright with the background music in the café. I didn’t even know that was a thing when I filmed it. I’m still allowed to post the video. I can just never receive ad money from it if my channel is monetized down the road. Lesson learned though! I would like to do a live stream when I am better at being on camera without messing up my words. I like the safety of being able to go back and edit for now lol 🤣 Thanks for the support! 🙏

@joeananta8920 Жыл бұрын

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@suzzylouloudougherty5237 5 ай бұрын

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@sandollar77 2 жыл бұрын

I've read the other post about an issue with "Copyright" with music in background. If I understand correctly it was at "Chalkis" place. I've yet to do the video editing stuff. But I will look into it and learn it. My first thoughts were to try and resolve it by "muting" the sound byte, inserting "closed caption text" (maybe copy it from the "CC" on KZfaq and then splicing it in. Possibly inserting an "audio track" so it's not just text without sound and inserting one of your handwritten notes that it was "dubbed" per copyright issue. Anywho, just a thought. I hope your having a wonderful day.

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Those are really good ideas. I can’t go back and change it now but I will keep them in mind for the future. Thank you!!!

@sandollar77 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChristineMeachum Thank you Christine. It would definitely be a place to re-visit to recreate another masterpiece presentation. Just for the delish chocolate yum yum. I'm checking out Online Skill Share platform. I hear it's the ticket for the "how too's" on video editing for Vlogs. "smiles" be safe on your travels. - Frankie G.

@gpelzer4240 Жыл бұрын

Aging like fine 🍷

@creativedesign3657 Жыл бұрын

hi Christine it's Tony Does that Greek pastry taste better than MRE obviously I've watched that video also

@ChristineMeachum Жыл бұрын

Haha True! I really appreciate the support! 😃 Thank you for watching! 🙏🏼

@sandollar77 2 жыл бұрын

Another item I'm just now looking into is "Monetize" a Channel. I'm sure there are plenty of restrictions KZfaq uses to hold down revenue payouts on channels. But there is always a solution and workaround. So many of your videos would definitely get an increased share of "views" if awareness is provided to those various Cities you've showcased. Again, I'm not sure how you go about getting your channel monetized. I'd be more than happy to be your liaison and reach out to the Chamber of Commerce or Tourist Bureau of said cities and make them aware of those gems you've produced and uploaded. The views would be a bounty. As for Tarpon Springs (copyright music) I'm also confident they would be more than happy to provide a benefit to you (patreon) to show their thanks for that masterpiece. And there is always the possibility of revisiting and recording a new one. Just some ideas. Regardless I'll always support your decisions 100%. Kind regards Christine. Safe Travels. -Frankie G.

@ChristineMeachum 2 жыл бұрын

Wow those are some very good options! Thank you for all the thought you put into those! I’m only focusing on this channel very part time right now so it’s not the right time to pursue that level for me but I am so grateful for your willingness and suggestions!🙏🙏🙏

@sandollar77 2 жыл бұрын

@@ChristineMeachum You are most welcome. And I totally agree on your focus with your channel. When the time is right works. *smiles* I hope you have a wonderful and safe weekend. 💗 Kind Regards - Frankie G.