Kefi Life

224: Greek Roots, Global Flavors: Ted Pappas on Master Chef 16 Kiki goes behind the scenes of Master Chef with White Apron contestant Ted Pappas.  Enjoy a little storytelling, culture and the excitement of the competition. Today's Lexi:  Συνταγή – Syntagí – Recipe In Today’s Episode: Chicagoan Ted Pappas has taken his culture and love of cooking in his personal kitchen to a whole new level.  This...

223: Kiki on Location: Nemea, My Mother’s Homeland Kiki Vale takes Kefi Life on location to Greece where it all began in Nemea.  A stop at Nemea’s oldest restaurant SOFOS is today topic. Today's Lexi:  Αρχαία – Archaia – Ancient In Today’s Episode: “Eu Zyn” is a greeting that was introduced to me last July by host and SOFOS restaurant owner, Eirini Koroka. While rebranding Kefi Life, this phrase c...

222: Santorini Secrets: Mediterranean Living at MIA’S Kiki goes on location to Greece to experience the Mediterranean Diet — Santorini style. Today's Lexi:  Μεζέ – Meze – Appetizers In Today’s Episode: Join Kiki and Sellia, owner of Mia’s Restaurant on the island of Santorini in Greece. Today you will love an authentic and vibrant conversation about the Mediterranean food that is prepared and craf...

221: Gut Feeling: The Philosophy of Living Well Greek Food Infleuncer & Chef Theodoros Pastourmatzis sheds light on the philosophy of gut health in today's episode. Today's Lexi:  Πικραμύγδαλο – Pikramýgdalo – Bitter Salty In Today’s Episode: Greek Influencer and Chef Theodoros Pastourmatzis is on Kefi Life enlightening the audience abut how to think about food, eat it, and be aware of how it...

220: Kiki meets Kiki: Olive Oil Health Benefits Today’s guest, Dr Kiki Zinoviadou shares why olive oil is more than an ingredient—its a way of living.  Today's Lexi:   Ανεκτός – Anektos – Sustainable In Today’s Episode: From powerful polyphenols to centuries-old traditions, extra virgin olive oil stands at the intersection of science, culture and daily ritual- proving that the healthiest habits ar...

219: From Father to Flavor – Vasili’s Table Kiki goes on location to Vasili’s in Naperville to capture the food and flavors of the Mediterranean through Papou’s eyes. Today's Lexi:  Πατριάρχης – Patriarchis – Patriarch In Today’s Episode: Kiki is on location at the popular Vasili’s Mediterranean Restaurant. Here is all about family, flavors of Greece and Papou Vasili’s legacy. You will hear from V...

218: Mediterranean Made Easy at Brookhaven Market As Kefi Life leans in on the Mediterranean Diet and Longevity Series, our team goes on location to a place that specializes in curated and healthy European foods to support a life of wellness. Kiki at Brookhaven Today's Lexi:  Ψάρι – Psári – Fish In Today’s Episode: Kiki is on location at family own Brookhaven Market place in Burr Ridge, IL.  She v...

217: Mediterranean Diet & Longevity: Series Launch Check out today’s episode as we kick off the Mediterranean diet secrets for longevity from a Greek restaurant family, as host Kiki Vale shares how growing up in Tasso’s Greek Restaurant shaped her understanding of the lifestyle.  Christina, Kiki, Stacie, and John Today's Lexi:  Εστιατόριο – Estiatório – Restaurant In Today’s Episode: Today’s K...

216: Balance Your Gut, Boost Your Life “All disease begins in the gut.”   - Hippocrates The gut can either betray you or nourish you.  Today, let’s make it a source of wellness.  Stella Metsovas Today's Lexi:  Ζάχαρη – Záchari – Sugar In Today’s Episode: Let’s find out how to make the gut healthy and happy to boost life and longevity.  Today Kiki shares information from several sources to get the...

215: The Language of Love: How Culture Teaches Us to Care Valentine’s Day: it’s often spoken in the language of roses and romance, but love has many dialects. Today learn forms of love in different cultures that can be used in everyday life. Kiki & Dawit Today's Lexi:  Φροντίδα – Frontida – Care In Today’s Episode: We have a sweet holiday coming up. How will you express your love this Valentin...

214: Elevate Your Mind with Books—2026 Today Kiki and Kyriako share top book picks that support growth, clarity and living with intention in 2026. Kiki & Kyriako Today's Lexi:  Ησυχία – Isychía – Quiet In Today’s Episode: Today Kiki and Kyriako, a transformational fitness coach, share top book picks that support growth, clarity and living with intention in 2026. Together they discuss reads tha...

213: Positive Thoughts & Talk Equals a Positive Life By embracing positive thinking, we can nurture not only our mental wellbeing but also our physical health at the cellular level.  Learn more today on Kefi Life. Today's Lexi:  Σκέψεις – Skepsis – Thoughts In Today’s Episode: The medical field has produced studies which highlight the brain and nervous system.  Each activates the prefrontal co...

212: The Healing Intelligence of Music A moving conversation with Greek Classical Composer and Pianist Eugenia Manolidou shines the light on how music is a living force for healing, memory and emotional regulation. Kiki and Eugenia Today's Lexi:  Φεγγάρι – Fengári – Moon In Today’s Episode: The Buzz for Longevity: Paths to Renewal Series continues today with MUSIC THERAPY.  Kiki and Kefi Life are...

211: Dance Therapy — Heal with Movement How are dance and health connected?  Is movement a form of medicine? Kiki is live on location at a Hawaiian luau. Today's Lexi:  Χορός – Choros – Dance In Today’s Episode: In this immersive episode, Kefi Life goes on location for a joyful luau where movement becomes medicine. Rooted in cultural expression we look at the powerful science behind dance therapy....

210: ART & KEFI: A Doorway To Peace and Everyday Wellness A unexpected doodling art class opened my eyes to possibilities of being well through art. Artist Christina Angelos joins to reveal ways to heal through art. Kiki & Christina Today's Lexi:  Συνεργείο – Synergeio – Workshop In Today’s Episode: Christina Angelos is a Fine Artist, Curator, and Modern-Day Philosopher capturing the soul’...

209: Strength Training: A Path to Renewal Transformational Fitness & Mindset Coach Kyriakos Kalamaras coaches us on getting strong in the mind, body and spirit. Kyriakos Today's Lexi:  Δύναμη – Dynami – Strength In Today’s Episode: Transformational Fitness and Mindset Coach is revolutionizing human potential and helping you to supercharge your health, ignite your mind and achieve the impossibl...

208: Vitamin Drips for Modern Wellness Discover how InfuseWell Concierge is redefining vitality through vitamin drips that rejuvenate, energize and restore balance from the inside out. Kiki and Olya Today's Lexi:  Βιταμίνες – Vitaminas – Vitamins In Today’s Episode: Kiki is joined by nurse and InfuseWell Concierge owner OLYA BORSUK to discuss the vitamin drips expereince and why it helps improve y...

207: Cupping — A Path To Renewal Discover how cupping awakens your body’s natural vitality with PT PhD Tim Rylander.  Dr Tim explains the method and benefits of this ancient practice.  Tim Rylander Today's Lexi:  Αρχαίος – Archaios – Ancient In Today’s Episode: Kiki is on location at Impact Physical Therapy learning the practice of cupping.  Dr Tim Rylander, an expert in many physical modalities,...

206: Stay Well Through the Season Changes Soon we will enter the season of fall into winter. Kiki gets us ready for the changes and offers practical tips to keep you well.  Today's Lexi:  Aλλαγή – Allagi – Change In Today’s Episode: Today, Kiki puts the focus on prevention and preparation of keeping a healthy body through the seasons. LEARN: Which foods build a stronger immune system for the colde...

205: Echoes of Sparta: Football Lessons for Life’s Challenges The Spartans leave a legacy of life’s great lessons. Today's Lexi:  Κληρονομία – Kliornomia – Heritage In Today’s Episode: Football season is back, and it is a huge part of Kiki’s family. Today is all about connecting the dots.  Kiki’s social media director, Morgan, shares the story of the Spartan spirit handed down by her Papou- Grandf...

204: Long Live Ancient Greek Language with Eugenia Manolidou Classical Greek composer turned Ancient Greek school director, Eugenia Manolidou, ignites the desire to “Know the Self,” through the classical Greek language. Eugenia with Students Today's Lexi:  Παιδεια – Paideia – Education In Today’s Episode: Kiki is delighted to introduce the well-respected Eugenia Manolidou.  A classically trained c...

203: Flavors of Europe at Minos Imported Foods Kefi Life goes on location to Minos Imported Foods for a taste of Europe. Kiki & Bob Today's Lexi:  Τυρί – Tyri – Cheese In Today’s Episode: Kiki goes on location to one of Kefi Life’s specialty vendors.  Meet Co-owner Bob Denic as the two stroll through the store checking out foods that bring back the nostalgia and taste of the old country with h...

202: August is Health and Wellness Month – WATER Seize the opportunity to participate in Health and Wellness Month by engaging in water. Today's Lexi:  Oρίζοντας – Orizontas – Horizon In Today’s Episode: Join Kiki as she shares the one simple and basic way to stay healthy and well.  Today it’s all about the benefits of drinking water and getting in the water.  Whether you are near a tub, lake, oce...

201: PAROS – The Island for Everyone Paros is voted best place to visit in 2025 – so Kiki did!  Join her on the island for an up-close and personal view. Miltos Dovas Today's Lexi:  λύπη – Lypi – Regret In Today’s Episode: Kiki is fresh from her Greece trip, and she wants to share.  First stop, Paros – voted best place to visit in Europe this summer.  Tune in for her conversation with Miltos Dovas...

200: Keep the Heritage Alive A family business does more than help the economy, it keeps a story alive. Learn about Kiki’s experience today!  Kiki & John Today's Lexi:  Αδελφός – Adelfos – Brother In Today’s Episode: A family business does more than help the economy, it keeps a story alive. You’ll really connect with Kiki and her brother John. Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay...