History
Using the research of local historian and social anthropologist Spiros Bizis, who has examined the historical archives of Corfu as far back as the 16th century and church records dating from the 17th century, we are able to present the history of Pelekas and its inhabitants.

Language
It's surprising how a little Greek will enhance your stay here. If you can offer a few words, even the most simple greetings, you will receive in return an even more enthusiastic welcome. This section contains the Greek alphabet and a few words and phrases that you might find useful.

Festivals
A list describing the many festivals which punctuate the Pelekas calendar.

Local Artists
Pelekas boasts highly talented photographers, traditional and figurative painters, and graffiti artists.

Corfu Costume Museum
Located just outside Pelekas this collection of costumes dates back to the 19th century and originates from both Corfu and the rest of Greece. As well as costumes, there is a small section dedicated to Corfu's musical heritage.

Writing
Sophia de Rosa Ortiz came to live in Pelekas in 2007. She has written an account of her first winter on Corfu and it's an interesting read for any summer visitors who have wondered what life is like when the last tourists have gone home.

Film
"The Beach that lost its Goose" was filmed in and around Yianni's Taverna in 2007 and played at the London Greek film festival in November 2008. It was directed by Isobel Pravda and has interviews with some well known local personalities, including Yiannis and Spiros themselves.

Postcards
Thirteen postcards featuring Angelos Giallinas watercolours of Corfu have been reprinted in their original form. The postcard set can be used as attractive notecards (or indeed as postcards!), or can be kept as attractive collectibles. They make an ideal gift for any lover of Corfu.

Monopolis Productions
Dedicated to the arts and especially the support of activities that have an interaction between people and the audiovisual arts. The foundations of Monopolis Productions are diligence and the management of activities that offer safety and respect for both creators and their work.

Hazel Dean Photography
Hazel captures everyday life - from the twinkle in an old man's eye to Corfu's natural beauty. As well as landscapes her photos and prints of Corfu include portraits and images of local wildlife. One of her favorite styles is macro or close-up photography.

Agiotfest
Held each summer in the village of Agios Ioannis in central Corfu. This year's entertainment takes placeon Friday 27 and Saturday 28 August. Topping the bill is the legendary Joe Brown, one of the UK's original rock & roll stars who topped the charts and had The Beatles open shows for him.

Cultural Society
The Pelekas Cultural Society promotes cultural awareness, maintains local tradition and organises festivals, as well as running choirs and dance groups.

Cuisine
Corfu's cuisine is inextricably tied in with its history and this is what makes its food so different from the rest of Greece. It is fascinating to look through a menu and try to work out who brought what.

Wine
Information about Greek wine and the vineyards of Corfu. There is substantial evidence that wine has been produced in Greece since at least 4000 BC. In "The Odyssey", Homer famously describes "The wine dark sea".

Olives
The history, cultivation and production of olives and olive oil. This section includes some fascinating olive-related trivia. For instance, did you know that olive oil is an antidote for ammonia poisoning?