How Phyllo Is Handmade By One Of Greece's Last Pastry Masters | Still Standing | Business Insider

At 86 years old, Giorgos Hatziparaskos is one of the last bakers in Greece making phyllo pastry by hand. With the help of his wife and son, he keeps the business going thanks to tourists visiting the Greek island of Crete. Giorgos Hatziparaskos Handmade Phyllo Workshop is located in the heart of old town in Rethymno.
MORE STILL STANDING VIDEOS:
Less Than 1% of Japanese Sake Is Made This Traditional Way | Still Standing | Business Insider
• Less Than 1% of Japane...
18 Fascinating Crafts Fighting To Survive | Still Standing | Business Insider
• 18 Fascinating Crafts ...
How 1.5 Million Christmas Ornaments Are Made By Hand Each Year At A Factory In Germany
• How 1.5 Million Christ...
------------------------------------------------------
#Phyllo #Greece #BusinessInsider
Business Insider tells you all you need to know about business, finance, tech, retail, and more.
Visit us at: www.businessinsider.com
Subscribe: / businessinsider
BI on Facebook: read.bi/2xOcEcj
BI on Instagram: / insiderbusiness
BI on Twitter: read.bi/2xCnzGF
BI on Amazon Prime: read.bi/PrimeVideo
How Phyllo Is Handmade By One Of Greece's Last Pastry Masters | Still Standing | Business Insider

[@brewely]

So cool that you helped get their name out in the world.

[@bladerj]

problably not good at all, health inspection will close that really fast.

[@redheartsunglasses]

@@bladerj why?

[@larryjames7189]

@@bladerj why

[@bladerj]

@@redheartsunglasses his tool is so old the paint chiped out and its on the bare rusted metal. also that cloth linen they use i doubt they do the proper require higienization, plus its dried in the sun outside exposed to dust from cars ,air, etc. from our standpoint yeah, its nice and very noble, also somewhat pitifull that the man is required to work at such age, but from a city standpoint? closure if they cant regularize

[@redheartsunglasses]

@@bladerj oh that's sad ._.

[@Alex-wq4bp]

When his Voice started Breaking when thanking everyone, I literally shed a tear; he is so Wholesome !

[@quinnstolwerk5050]

Me too

[@Fx12AndyRk]

Thought the same’

[@vicquinn7611]

wholesome old man

[@zerotolerance5581]

Me too.

[@chizzieshark]

Not gonna lie, I started crying. His dedication is inspiring. Just proves that no matter what you do, do it well, and you will be a blessing to others.

[@annkariuki1131]

I love how he treats himself and his family to travels and tour too and be a tourist somewhere! Wishing him and his family more successful and happy years!

[@alfredfreedomjones5105]

Yep! Gotta have some vacations!

[@qwerkapdagwdhawj8588]

yeah hoping his son moves out. seems like hes trapped working his ass off lmao

[@miriam9677]

Ah

[@fishfashfosh]

So much wholesomeness in this story. A man that doesn’t let his age determine his passion and to have a supportive wife to work with him. A wonderful son that had his career with great potentials stolen away from him and not only follows his father’s footsteps but idolise him for what he is achieving for his age

[@shravan1005]

Ur dead how are you alive

[@Kadexis]

pog??!??!???!

[@Saska_Aes]

Wholesome? 7:25 the first word in full caps, I am proud of the man

[@cereal1308]

@@Saska_Aes I saw something familiar

[@rikogalau8851]

690 likes fuNYY NUmb3R

[@midei]

I loved that family. People like them are so important in the world.

[@novaexx6587]

"Loved"?

[@muffetthespiderqueen4510]

Why did you use past tense?

[@basedguns8218]

@@novaexx6587 he died

[@basedguns8218]

@@novaexx6587 jkjk

[@victorquesnel-leduc1932]

Yes

[@soapbox187]

This is what it means to be human. Create with your own two hands an artwork that is not only functional but nourishes and stimulates all the senses. Absolutely masterful.

[@joeblaster8770]

Sounds like you would like to read Dune.

[@Astrelynx]

I’m gonna cry. I hope that their business goes up again soon, and for an extended period of time, so that they can thrive in the time they have left. So that they can visit more places and live happily. Their work and effort is astounding, they deserve way more recognition. I’m glad they’re happy with their work. I really hope that’s the case.

[@iudexe3103]

I hope when the pandemic is over, tourist will flock to see this place, godspeed oldman

[@rhyfelwrDuw]

I hope that tourists will flock there too :)

[@iwatchkittenvids45]

Greece was on my list, guess I'll have to make a stop 🇬🇷

[@regiodeurse6513]

Its never gonna be over dont you get it.. freedom and constitution has been cancelled. They killedfree trade. Its just gonna be big companies that will be left..

[@ApeX-pj4mq]

@@regiodeurse6513 Freedom to do what exactly? Cough around without a mask in a public space when theres a virus going around that seriously affects the elderly and those with pre existing conditions? Even if they are not elderly if they have a weak immune system they will either die or have permanent lung damage

[@Sanecrist]

@@ApeX-pj4mq You can get permanent lung damage from the masks which cause bacterial pneumonia. When do you think the pandemic will be over? When the government says it is? Spikes in cases is not equal to spikes in deaths. But yes, this man would most likely suffer greatly from a moderate flu and it wouldn't be wise to visit if one is feeling unwell.

[@vonnsswedan2935]

I came for the dough throwing. I left with an aching heart and watery eyes.

[@RachaelJohn]

😂

[@normaniconti4100]

cant take you seriously with that pfp lol

[@vonnsswedan2935]

@@normaniconti4100 I dont blame you lol

[@cDuNiV3Rs3]

Frfr

[@tepacety7602]

1000th like

[@SweetlySublimeNut]

Nothing but respect for this family. I wish them all happiness and peace

[@CookieBitter96]

Μπράβο τους! Ένα παράδειγμα για όλους μας και πόσο σημαντικό είναι να μένουμε κοντά στις ρίζες μας σε αυτές τις εποχές που το ανθρώπινο στοιχείο εξασθενεί... Εκπληκτικοί και οι 3! Να τους δώσουμε όλη μας την αγάπη! Μας ζεσταίνουν την καρδιά!

[@chrisomatic3228]

Είναι παρά πολύ καλοί άνθρωποι, προσωπικά δεν θυμάμαι τον γιο τους να δουλεύει μαζί τους όταν εμένα δίπλα τους, ήτανε μονάχα αυτοί οι δυο, έχω να τους δω χρόνια βέβαια

[@aleveraj]

That family should be considered a living treasure for humanity.

[@brianna094]

Absolutely

[@skasere1]

Most families in Greek villages are like that....they try to keep the tradition and pureness of products while the industry fucks up their shops...traditional shop owners in Greece are having really hard times because the value of products is high the cost is high taxes are high and earnings are low...

[@rindanefikirleriolan1flano664]

Exactly 👍

[@rindanefikirleriolan1flano664]

@@skasere1 😥

[@epasternak4206]

So agreed! Our world is rich I just wish more people could see it. Great video ❤️

[@adrenalinerush7986]

The tear of the old man made my heart ache

[@brindade2004]

Same here

[@coldworldandrew385]

Those were tears of joy

[@conceicaopereira5682]

Hi Spirited Away ! Ghibli studios

[@kstockhaus]

Same here!

[@coloredCYANIDE]

“It keeps me alive” and in 4 words you know this man’s entire life has been filled with a passion. And he didn’t have to think too hard on answering it. 😊

[@nicoletta.o]

I lived in Rethymno, Crete for 2 years. it was a lovely period in my life, meeting geniune people and seeing such amazing traditions, among them Mr Giorgos and his phyllo making

[@annrrf1464]

He said he does it because 'IT KEEPS HIM ALIVE!' Not everything is about money. Health and vitality is priceless.

[@spartanmapper1894]

What the orthodox religion is all about!! ☦️☦️☦️

[@fluffybunchy]

Sure, heath...

[@SilvaDreams]

An active life style is better then giving into the minor aches of age which will just get worse the more you stay inactive.

[@beenaatlee8020]

Tiring

[@JC-justchillin]

And the satisfaction that comes from creating rather than buying the things you want and need.

[@Arthutstut641]

This is not just bakery. This is art, and it needs to keep on existing.

[@yesalot]

i mean we still do it

[@tinathomas3288]

Exactly! Art

[@eyeofsauron7662]

Kinda crazy. Maybe go do something with your life then?

[@anotherwowman]

Not trying to sound dismissive or something but people aren't actually gonna do it for money as machines works way better now, they can either do it for their passion and love to pastry making or not at all.

[@anotherwowman]

@AA K Yes that's what I am saying, they do it for the love of their cultures and traditions but they know well themselves they can't compete with bakery companies producing the same stuff and to be honest, just how long can this go on? Probably not too near but perhaps not too far in the future, who knows?

[@dayflaubert]

A whole life. That’s art, passion. That’s divine

[@SurfCastingAddict]

Ποσο συγκινητικό πραγματικά να βλέπεις έναν άνθρωπο που άλλοτε έκανε τεράστια επιτυχία ως επιχειρηματίας να παραμένει το ίδιο ταπεινός και αξιοπρεπής μέχρι και την ηλικία που βρίσκεται τώρα.

[@ChrisTailor]

Πράγματι :( μια ημέρα θα ήθελα να πάω Κρήτη, φαίνεται σαν τόσο ωραίο νησί, κι αυτό το κατάστημα με κάνει να θέλω να πάω τόσο παραπάνω - σαν Κυπραίος, πρέπει μα πω ότι ωραίο είναι να δεις οικογενειακές επιχειρήσεις οπός του Κ. Χατςηπαράσχου να υπάρχουν ακόμα 😊

[@ImXyper]

@@ChrisTailor dont speak greek, can you translate?

[@ChrisTailor]

@@ImXyper I said “yes that’s right, one day I’d love to go to Crete, it looks like such a lovely island, and this shop makes me want to go even more - as a Cypriot, it’s so lovely to see that some family-run shops like Mr Chatziparaskas’ still exist” - hope that helps :)

[@ImXyper]

@@ChrisTailor thanks!

[@Yiorgos409]

Ne, Kriti einai polh aureo

[@FlowericiousResident]

I'd rather support a family business like this than any other. This is a labor of love.

[@bobjenkins4606]

Unfortunately he passed away recently

[@bobjenkins4606]

@Repent to Jesus Christ Repent to Jesus Christ corny. Youre corny

[@sdinim8695]

I agree I always love to support family business instead of cooperations.

[@bobjenkins4606]

@Miles Doyle Corinthians 6:9-10: Or do you not know that wrongdoers will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral nor idolaters nor adulterers nor men who have sex with men nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God.

[@isthischannelstillalive9062]

@@bobjenkins4606 you make Jehovahs word look like commercial gain, over actually using it to help. Hypocrite.

[@sandeepbjm]

06:45 look at the man’s muscle memory, his movement is precise even while talking.

[@jakesanchez6621]

He isn't just talking though. He's retelling an old memory and clearly trying to hold back tears, not even looking at what he's doing, and he STILL gets his movements absolutely precise.

[@Itwasalwaysme_Noone]

@@jakesanchez6621 I want to point out that he's holding back tears and the translation below says "for making me popular" But his voice cracked after that when he said "and last [thanks to] my wife" which is not mentioned in the subtitles.

[@jaswik2023]

He may have done it hundreds of thousands of time possibly even a million times

[@jeancarlagron2404]

no looking perfect Lined of circle

[@funkblack]

It almost like he did that his entire life.

[@Falconofflight]

This is the kind of business we still need in the world, made with heart, well done to you and your family. Thank you for sharing your stories sir.

[@mi-sun1162]

Total Respect for the 86 yr old Master Pastry Chef, his wife, & son for their "Amazing" talents & love for Delicious Handmade Goods . 👍🙂👍

[@TotyVale]

I’ll pay what ever they will charge me for those pastries, they’re a work of art, and a piece of history!

[@donmunro144]

I am thinking the same thing. I don't mind paying for that kind of quality.

[@theresapenfold8740]

"Skills not seen in today's Industrial world.. An" ART" in itself and truly Amazing product.. I LOVE Filo.. God Bless them.. 🙌💞🌹

[@pinkmonkeybird2644]

Absolutely. Food like that is a work of art and should be celebrated and the creators recognized for being the talented artists they are. It’s an important part of Greek history and culture, and I’m glad that people around the world recognize it. I didn’t know that handmade phyllo is rarely available for purchase any longer. But then, my brother’s MIL still makes it by hand every now and then, and it’s such a labor intensive process with a lot of work for a small amount of dough, so I guess it makes sense that it’s not commercially viable to make it that way now.

[@evaniceface]

Prob tastes a whole lot better and aromatic then those puffy pastry industrial dough

[@depyk7989]

I wish you could taste it! A bakery like this one is just some metres away from my house so I have the privilege to use this handmade phyllo in traditional greek recipes

[@Arshva]

Techniques like this should be heavily documented so they don't get lost like so many other things then we forgot over the years

[@sakeenahroberts07]

The machines remember them so we can discover and create better, new things

[@redhotgalego]

@@sakeenahroberts07 you loose a lot with industrial technique, what this man makes is history and cultural identity.

[@cr4zyj4ck]

Unfortunately there's only so much you can learn from a book.

[@redhotgalego]

@@cr4zyj4ck Totally, this kind of knowledge was passed on orally and that is the best way. You can read many books but nothing matches learning from a master who can supervise your work and provide you with feedback.

[@bizim_eller]

All phillo(yufka) shops in Turkey use similar technics to make it, and yufka is very popular and used almost in every household always been in high demand.

[@chrisroub-4-181]

Many respects to these people who are still fighting for life with tradition and love to what they do!!

[@revathiscsreekanth867]

Industrialization has robbed many of their livelihood across the globe. The quality is something machines cannot bring in. It makes a huge difference between hand made and machine made.. Prayers that their business flourishes.. Thank you for sharing this video

[@michchristine6340]

This is so adorable and wholesome. I love how they work so beautifully together

[@PrettyBoyKii]

This family needs to be financially supported. They are literally keeping history and tradition alive. It is very important work.

[@bentaye]

Like a living museum.

[@fynkozari9271]

Everything dies some day.

[@Fuckyolettuce]

For who?

[@johnbipper7056]

God bless them...

[@cringeaholic4082]

@@fynkozari9271 yup, that's why you gotta leave a mark on history the people will remember until they die. 😊

[@dicemaster1346]

I'm not crying, I'm sobbing due to an excess of hope for this family. They are an inspiration and I wish them them the best.

[@jahanarafaizal2023]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6XXgoeCmsuDbKc

[@MALCONICAL]

I am not crying, I am sobbing?

[@susanchase8141]

Dear Lord, please protect this sweet man and his family from this pandemic.

[@alstoncerejo6884]

It's so good to see people realising the importance of traditions that need to be kept and not diminish under industrialization.....its because of people like these ...the generations that follow will realise the true meaning of travel and how it affects life in a different way

[@aldiz1298]

to all the people here saying they loved this video (me too) and praising the art and hard work of this amazing family, please raise you children, nieces, grandchildren or whatever kid is near you in this philosophy for their sake and the sake of humanity. Hard work is nothing to be ashamed of and forges a man's/woman's personality and strength in so many levels. So please, don't let people like him be the last ones on earth who proudly work hard to achieve their goals.

[@Neb-ie5mj]

Well said

[@heckingbamboozled8097]

@@lanestratarots what does this even mean? Do you think Gen Z doesnt care about their grandparents? That they dont find "sentimental" value in things passed down generation to generation? What spurs you people into making such easily disposable claims like this?

[@DonQuixoteSosa]

Almost made me cry when he choked up shouting out his wonderful wife and the city for supporting him

[@LieutenantTrektheSecond]

I felt my eyes water a bit

[@elzaxu1818]

Came here as I'm a baker myself that makes everything mostly by hand and I know that it is such hard work. Watching an elderly couple doing this really makes me want to jump in and help them. They're truly a hero for keeping tradition alive and thank you Insider for making this touching video

[@VinellAngel_111]

Also keep up your passion as a baker too. You know never know you might do this tradition. I don't name but my sister those but i know there's passion Keep it up :DD

[@CiaoBello21]

Baking is A LOT harder than cooking. Baking has so many steps, only the most skillful and patient ones can do. Kudos to you bakers!

[@VinellAngel_111]

@@CiaoBello21 yah i even saw my sister does it. I agree

[@ST-rm3bz]

💖

[@codelightsparkles2403]

This is in my town Rethymno. I always go to them to buy Phyllo, baklava, kadaifi etc. they are really nice people. When i told Giorgos about this video, he got happy and wanted me to stay more and chat. Lovely people

[@Hyphae_Foray]

Big props to this guy and his family for following through and being dedicated to his passion. I would 100% support this business

[@larabbitatouille2173]

After watching Mr. Giorgos at 86 going strong. what excuse do I have at only 28. This has brought me a lot of joy and hope and also motivated me to work hard. May he be blessed.

[@robertlangdon494]

Probably his job is what saved him from the diseases of old age and modern day sedentariness like diabetes and hypertension.

[@larabbitatouille2173]

@@robertlangdon494 I agree, and he has a passion for what he's doing. and also is physically fit and the wife and son are supportive.

[@ColdFireInBox]

@@robertlangdon494 absolutely correct!

[@maryelnarekh7067]

Can we also appreciate the mom that has been working so hard beside her husband AND son at that age?

[@abaranihei2608]

True that!

[@nnakanterakis2028]

I am Cretan and i am proud of people like them . I love Creta 😊

[@kalimerudiaa4697]

Αυτό το βίντεο είναι αριστούργημα. Ευχαριστούμε που κάνατε αυτό το βίντεο για να δουν και οι άλλοι την ελληνική τέχνη. 🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷

[@tsnaudex]

the industrial phyllo may be cheaper but to have it fresh, hand-made, simple ingredients from a guy who's been doing it for 60 years... i'd pick that any day if i could!

[@someguy909]

Even if the machine one cost say €1 and the hand made cost €10?

[@ieattacos68]

Yes

[@BennieVredestein]

@@someguy909 If you have any care about anything, yes

[@nightfury3746]

@@someguy909 I mean if they can afford them then it won't be a huge deal for them

[@AditiShukla-tz4lk]

@@someguy909 yes ,I would eat sometimes but always this one 🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤

[@glitter6595]

The address of the shop in Greece is Emmanouil Vernardou 30 Rethymno, Crete

[@danishbiochem]

Thank you.

[@roompa2271]

Thanks❤️

[@worldcitizeng6507]

when I was traveling from the capital to Chania in 2016, I didn't know about this story, too bad.... next time then

[@crappyanimationsinc4211]

Like this so it can get further up

[@louisthexiii3504]

Very good

[@irenearathi2301]

This clip is so much more than a traditional cooking skill, it's about passion, commitment, finding joy in what you do and doing it no matter what. Loved it, thanks for posting.

[@namnam15to18]

Not only making him move about to keep him alive but truly appreciate his bakery. Much respect for his family. Looks amazing, wish I can come to Greece for visit ☺️ I wish I can give him a massage to ease his shoulders (as I'm a massage therapist lol) xx

[@ridleyroid9060]

Ive been to Greece many times and I have to say, their elderly are some of the most hard working and endurable people Ive ever met. The villa I was in was run by a 70+ year old lady who did almost all of the work maintaining it by herself! I love Greece!

[@deko2485]

As a middle aged 60 something year old, 70 is NOT old young one.

[@LtdJorge]

@@deko2485 yes, it is

[@gdminus1726]

@@deko2485 The word "old" is probably/usually connected with "year" eg He is 33 years old or in short 33 y.o. Or the problem is how the phrase is read. So it's either (70+ year, old lady) or (70+ year old) lady.

[@clementinabautista5057]

@@deko2485 Well, it's definitely not young.

[@zyncwargaming179]

@@deko2485 yes 70 is old im sorry bro but it is 100 years is about how long some people live thars 30 more years. Yes that is old.

[@adm4760]

This is the type of food that should be sold at a reasonably higher price,, like look at that effort

[@aphrooo9364]

Actually I couldn't agree more! This type of food or when a man/woman puts their everything in what they do so they can support their family or because they love it..,should have an equal pay at least! Though in greece,(and I believe in many other countries) hard work never counts except if the job you are doing is for the government or if you own a very famous local or tourist shop,etc. Even then it may change your life only a little but... Fishermen, Bakers, small shop owners and many more, even if they put their hardest on their work..sadly they never go high and many times end up broke and in many depts... That's the sad reality..

[@Romy---]

"He's one of the FEW bakers who still makes it manually". Now it's mass-produced. That's why they themselves sell it to tourists at a higher price and all profits go back to them.

[@themindhelp9584]

Exactly🙏🙏🙏❤❤

[@Momo11191]

@@Romy--- you are right

[@kyuldhanriew3294]

And that is why he is a good person

[@96Natasja]

I'm going to Rethymno in less than two weeks, I hope I can see him making the dough 😍

[@dimitrijenovakovic7942]

Love to greece from serbia!!!🇷🇸🇷🇸🇷🇸

[@1imperfect3kontra18]

I'm happy that even if he is working so hard, he still gets a holiday, and visits other countries. Both my grandpa's were working untill end of their days, but they've never been abroad.

[@Sined199585756555]

Ukrainian?

[@1imperfect3kontra18]

@@Sined199585756555 nope, but very close

[@crazymelomanka]

Russian?)

[@johndoe3582]

Are you polish?

[@MatetBiba]

@@johndoe3582 Polska

[@alongcoh]

I bet she ties on his apron for him every morning like that. Probably has been for years. That’s love ❤️

[@liewnoswald7159]

You sure it isn't called arthritis?

[@archankumarmyana40]

@@liewnoswald7159 He not being able to tie on his own might be arthritis. But she tying his apron daily is lot more than that!

[@rondarawson6236]

Sniffle.....that's so sweet right??? 😥wish all love was like this....in it till the hair turns white ...till your shuffling along...but your truly there for eachother....no words needed ...your like clockwork ...knowing eachothers needs....They are truly blessed...😇🙏❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@andrewafrican]

She tied the apron with a half bow to release easily even though he could no longer reach it. "You smell like a goat Erastis!", she said tapping him on his arm to let him know she was done. "That is why I married you my little Hyacinth. " he replied as he turned to look at her, smiling at their jest.

[@thandiebbz1]

I thought the exact same thing👏💕

[@theblizzard8735]

Can we talk about how satisfying it is when the dough's tossed and sticks onto the floor like a bubble? I love it, and also *RESPECT 100*

[@TheID1997]

I pray this family business will survive through the pandemic, so when the travel rule loose, when I visit their island, I would visit their shop and buy the pastry. Bless the whole family

[@pipxristos]

I lived next to them, they are awesome people, they used to give me free baklava etc all the time, they raised me. Great people.

[@jsmooooov]

If you still know where to reach them, you should make them a GoFundMe. Seems like many in the comments would donate including myself

[@makkhz9680]

@@jsmooooov very well said

[@NIKOS_GEROSIDERIS]

Nice idea!

[@handyjohny2448]

@Bobby no they aren't rich. He said 12 kilos of banclava 60 euros that a lot of work and a small amount of money

[@UwUChito]

Go found me my dude. So they can retire and enjoy the rest of their lives having fun.

[@gina7407]

I'm from Greece and i've been to their shop i can confirm that both the guy and his wife are really sweet people!

[@Eva-bq7ke]

Τύχη που έχεις. Εγώ μένω πολύ μακριά από εκεί

[@Freddoespresso.]

Τυχερε

[@kostaskoukos3932]

Εγώ μένω κυριολεκτικά στην άλλη άκρη της Ελλάδας, Θεσσαλονίκη. Αλλά θα ήθελα να πάω εκεί πολύ.

[@bleisenberg]

Εγώ είμαι στην άλλη πλευρά της Ελλάδας, μένω στη Δράμα, άμα πάω Κρήτη μια μέρα θα πάω σε αυτό το μαγαζί.

[@eyesoftommorow4668]

Weird that your account was made a day ago? Probably made a new account to comment your bullshit

[@pomgarnets]

These videos always make me cry, there's so much that goes into crafts like these, it becomes a labor of love. It's sad to see traditions like these disappear from cultures because of mass production.

[@malcolmrobertson8941]

It's always great to see skilled craftsmanship. I bet it tastes amazing too.

[@anonymouse9593]

who else felt like crying, i mean he and his family is still doing a lot of work being that old.

[@WitheringAurora]

While it is sad, remember, they CHOOSE to only employ those three in this, because they wanted more tourism. They could have had more employees that did it for them.

[@woojinbloo44]

@@WitheringAurora i think it's also their passion..that's why they don't feel like it's a burden. He said in the early part that it keeps him feel alive.

[@fathanpratama6008]

@Shane L wait what does it have to do with this.

[@bryanjonathan42]

Just sayin someone decided to ruin this nice family's house and write hentai beside the door

[@baddimaddi549]

He said it’s keeping him alive 🥰.

[@Marlesden]

Business Insider, please repost this when we're out this pandemic to hopefully generate more tourism for them. they deserve it

[@karalmom5669]

Haha

[@karalmom5669]

@Djas M nah XD, I don’t think that will happen soon, maybe after a few years but the Iran America thing isn’t so serious rn

[@dr.j5642]

May God bless this man and all of Greece

[@thewabisabiway1194]

That was so heartwarming ❤️ I wish them good health, happiness and prosperity always !

[@sharity3289]

Dear Lord, please protect this sweet man and his family from this pandemic.

[@Bakur61]

*from this evil uncontrollable automation

[@leogetz31ify]

You mean plandemic

[@kotel9882]

@@leogetz31ify here we go again

[@arvi8843]

Amen.

[@user-mv7nf4zq5p]

@@leogetz31ify Prove it’s a plandemic. You wouldn’t know the truth until it’s hits you in the form of a ventilator.

[@finallyanaccount]

I would prefer this over the industrial version any day.

[@finallyanaccount]

@The Artist Your comment made me chuckle lol.

[@laerramarie2620]

@The Artist How do you know?

[@user-lc5wb4ec8j]

I'm afraid that when the pandemic crisis be over the economic crisis will destroy half of small businesses in Greece.

[@cyrish5084]

@The Artist uh there isn’t a walmart in other countries?

[@beasttitanofficial3768]

@The Artist the only country lol

[@geonio_yt1418]

Συγχαρητήρια στο κύριο που ακόμα αντέχει και είναι γερός. Λίγοι αγαπάνε και πορώνονται έτσι με τη δουλειά τους.

[@dethaddr]

Absolutely AMAZING! This is what I don't mind spending 7+ minutes to watch. A true professional giving it all in his chosen craft!

[@velvethands1436]

That toss is so satisfying

[@catgirl_ava]

Ikr

[@thisisanickname2696]

As a Greek person I can confirm that these are the most Greek grandparents that I have ever seen

[@user-dm5kv9gz8h]

Ναι ρε φιλε!!!

[@addedpole]

Yeah they look like the greekest people ever

[@mariaross9216]

Hahaha so true

[@nikitaschristou4826]

Αυτό ακριβώς 💯

[@bot-rt7hw]

totally

[@TheOneNOnlyNathanielB]

God bless his soul. What a sweet man, imagine being a kid and having his bakery in the neighborhood. Must be so much fun.

[@oknaa8526]

what a sweet couple ^^ i wish them good health and fortune

[@georgestamatakis4072]

His shop is 15 minutes away on foot from my house, during the summer at least once a week I would make sure to get some of his great baklava

[@jage5256]

Make sure u hug them and bring mama some flowers! She would love that! Every week ok? I'm stuck here in California USA 😭 with the covid that's wrecking the country

[@dishkaa93fcb10]

@@jage5256 Calm down

[@evanpickering8697]

@@dishkaa93fcb10 lol this guy is kinda nuts

[@observantmagic4156]

jage bruh

[@dishkaa93fcb10]

@@evanpickering8697 😂😂

[@lefterismagkoutas4430]

I'm watching this while eating the most delicious sweets from his shop, he is truly the best at what he does and no machine or any other large filo company can ever even come close to his products! I wish more and more people would realise how important his work is and how we must support it, along with every other aspect of our culture in Crete and in Greece in general! Love from our hometown and all the people of Rethymno

[@maysa1760]

Can I please have the address of this shop?

[@vishwanathathira]

@@maysa1760 From an earlier found reply www.google.com/maps/place/Handmade+Traditional+Philo+Workshop,+30,+Vernardou,+Rethymno+731+33,+Greece/@35.3693938,24.4734306,15z/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x149b75802e8db64d:0x789d3bf134ffa0f Didn't want you to miss it if you could have access to the place. Convey love from a fellow human🙂

[@grazutissmith9647]

I don't know how to spell it property but galaktoboureko is my favourite thing on the who planet nothing even comes close. When l was growing up our land lady was Greek. And her and her husband couldn't have kids so ahead bey good to me. Every Greek dish sh cooked was beyond words. But that dessert was my favourite. It was like an Angel dancing on your tongue. Beyond description 💓💓💓💓

[@garveetasharma706]

Aww man I would've loved to taste the sweets that he makes if only I wasn't like 5000 km away from Greece and stuck in a pandemic

[@tobechinese]

@@garveetasharma706 same

[@wannabeskaterboi4353]

My grandpa was born in Greece and I have love in my heart for all my people 💙🇬🇷🤍

[@josippetkovic389]

There comes that moment in your life when you realize that home made food is the best. We need to cherish work that mr. Hatziparaskos family is doing.

[@Tasos94sHm7]

This bakery is a 5 minute walk from my house. Its such a beautiful thing to have great people like him and his family so close to you. Beautiful!

[@bolchert]

Do you know if they would send the baklava per Post? It should stay fresh couple of days, shouldn't it?

[@Tasos94sHm7]

@@bolchert I dont think so unfortunately... you will have to come and taste it for yourself! I will ask them though...

[@Divergent.Spirit]

That is so cool! I wish I could do something to help financially support them.. Unfortunately I'm all the way in the US.... But if there was a way, I would totally donate.

[@eliza9799]

Please, tell us which city this is? From a very curious northern neighbor. I want to safe this place for after Corona trip

[@cristinamoreno6467]

Let’s us know if there’s a go fund me made for them!!! ... we can’t travel and see them in person & help keep them afloat... but at least we can use a go fund me & hope it helps !

[@TheCymbalProject]

Imagine... to be this humble and hard working... with your family at your side. That's the right kind of wealth.

[@liam9716]

Yes.

[@adrimationsz7134]

Agreed, this business deserves more since he put time and effort into his pastry’s

[@aggelosk3013]

Imagine...writing....like....a...normal....person

[@user-tw8gk6ni2k]

@@aggelosk3013 The three dots are called ellipsis, dude. that IS normal and It's basic punctuation. You're exaggerating it way too much.

[@orang1921]

This is incredible, inspiring, and should keep existing. Just remember, though, that the industrialization that makes it difficult for this business to easily stay afloat is what has improved the quality of life for nearly all people around the globe

[@florie7705]

We thank you for supporting Greece from the bottom of our heart.

[@lucamarcus5763]

I actually visited this guy with my family in 2019. They are sooo nice and their baklava is too good for this world. They are amazing and i was surprised to see them in this video

[@zackstorm3291]

BRO BAKLAVA IS TURKISH FOOD

[@joylynch5204]

zack storm Cant it be both?

[@zackstorm3291]

no

[@lucamarcus5763]

@@zackstorm3291 yeah i never visited turkey but my dad visited it a few years back and he got PLUS 7 KG in only 7 days =)). He ate too much at a very nice 5 star hotel and they made him fat :). The next year he wants to take us all to turkey not just he and mom and i promise i will try your baklava

[@rageixi1422]

@@zackstorm3291 racist narrow minded biggotry is not allowed ,open your mind to the possibility of many other countries adopting a practice Also it's not Turkish food ,it originated in Greece and became popular in the Byzantine empire ,in that time it was very well possible that the recipe travelled to your country as well as and Slavic countries. Suprise! Slavic people also create Baklava ,are you going to be racist as well now?

[@anndecosta4022]

Age of 87 he is working hard. Sometimes I am tired on my 44+ but after watching this video I have to change myself. Amazing 👌👍

[@fungdark8270]

I do hard work and there’s some older folks I’ve worked with that inspire me, I hope if I’m doing something like that at that age that I love it like This feller

[@lorealluv]

The secret are those lentils she was cooking.

[@luvmy64tbird63]

I just retired at 56 with 25 years after working in nursing and then medical administration. I would have much rather done this that arguing with irate patients, and arguing with insurance and pharmaceutical companies.

[@fungdark8270]

@@luvmy64tbird63 apples and oranges though, he’s 87 and I don’t think they make a whole lot of money

[@luvmy64tbird63]

@@fungdark8270 sometimes the money really wasn't worth it. I loved my jobs, but people are so damned cruel and arrogant nowadays.

[@sherryfatzinger3082]

This is a great story of hard work as well as love for what they do. It is great to see the family still working together ❤.

[@Dr.U7]

If he teaches to others who really deserve, it will live on, hope it isn't gonna be lost in past as days go on.

[@calalos]

This guy needs a KZbin channel, easily could get 1M subs just showing his craft.

[@MegaFlowers123]

Good idea, I know I’d watch their channel.

[@sarafmedha5753]

And that would help??

[@calalos]

@@sarafmedha5753 it may help them to get get more exposure, and with enough views they could monetize it, sell merch etc. see it as a virtual visit to their shop. There are a few channels of traditional candy shops, bakery’s etc.

[@lenallamas]

@@calalos yes I agree. That would be very good to promote this type of work and influence other people the take in this passion. My grandma and mother lived in Crete, Greece, so this is close to the heart.

[@MrBanegasgaleas]

Agree, master skills.

[@Wattstone]

4:50 "How do we show that this guy is a engineer?" "I dunno, just have him measure a random doorway."

[@hannahmorris1835]

That’s hilarious!

[@tomahawkfromscandinavia9406]

Underrated

[@QueenieBam]

HAHHAHAH

[@whitedragon9731]

He's probably doing work on the house. Nothing "random" about it, mate. The crew is there to film what they're doing.

[@tomahawkfromscandinavia9406]

@@whitedragon9731 It is random

[@user-pi6sc3od1y]

Τον αγαπώ πολύ αυτόν τον αιώνιο έφηβο που μαζί με την γλυκύτατη γυναίκα του πράγματι μεγαλουργούν στο άνοιγμα του φύλλου επί πολλά χρόνια! Και το βλέμμα του όταν το ανοίγει γεμίζει χαρά και μεράκι!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🌹🌹🇬🇷

[@maryanyah]

He is a pure soul, God bless him 🥰😘

[@its-beady-eyes5120]

He's probably right all that exercise is keeping him alive.

[@akiraamamiya8483]

Probably...I mean tbh (not to be rude or anything) he and his wife look like they're already dead and just didn't notice it....they can barely walk yet they make this amazing pastry stuff like it's nothing...

[@Dappersworth]

It keeps his lymphatic system moving, which does very well keep him alive.

[@itismedio1684]

@@akiraamamiya8483 it is not only that they may look like they are dead but i assure you they are not the islands in Greece just like in Japanhave a very specific diet that helps them live way beyond the typical life expectancy you also have to consider that they are extremely old how many people have you seen at that age do such a demanding exercise or even being able to stand by themselves?

[@aritramondal2646]

Love his job

[@mostlysimvr4929]

@Muha Pohuidze It’s a nice message but try to avoid connecting science to that reasoning

[@tUiDo4]

When he almost cried it made me think of my own father and that really hit a soft spot in me, I pray his business continue to thrive on and he even becomes MORE successful after this pandemic is over🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️

[@kostantis]

Saddest part is that he got really emotional at the end of his sentence when he said : and lastly i want to thank my wife

[@kbjones8713]

@Garity Yager 😂 😂😂🤣

[@scappyshute8963]

No one cares, now go cry about it

[@JB-sc3er]

Dude that’s very meaningful you are a good person

[@scappyshute8963]

@@JB-sc3er thanks, i know

[@user-zq2tj5zp1u]

That's what hard work means a beautiful touchy video Iove it thank you I was also tearful ❤❤👍🇬🇷🇬🇷🇬🇷

[@FrankPCarpi]

It's so satisfying to watch this video. I have already watched it twice but I'm still amazed at how smoothly Giorgos tosses that disc of dough on the table.

[@kaydenka1]

No factory will ever be better than hand-made creations filled with passion and love. ❤️

[@idea-_-6902]

*I REALLY DO LIKE CHEESE*

[@alexlonac5858]

Everything is energy..Tesla.I deeply believe in THAT...🤗

[@rosequartz4102]

That's so so true.

[@drkhanah7525]

@@idea-_-6902 blue cheese

[@terriecotham1567]

Well said

[@greatninja2590]

They should protect this types of business just like how Japan protect their traditional business usually with lesser tax. That’s how business in Japan can last 300 years

[@waterassasin]

I didn't know that. Thanks for the info!

[@dannyboygregory-mccormick9157]

I don't like the way some of Japans government handles their economic situation, but I do appreciate that they keep tradition alive.

[@kaliyuga1476]

Japan is the country with the largest debt in the world

[@vsevolodchakilev5585]

@@kaliyuga1476 So many mistakes in the word “USA”

[@JustforFun-cb7bo]

Sadly this is Greece, and here the government doesn't give a shit about such things.

[@osvaldodoron643]

I went by chance in this shop today. I watched this a few months ago, but forgot about it. That was a real treat to enter a random shop in Greece, and then realise that it is a place that you already "visited" online.

[@cazzalyric]

Now that's dedication. These people embody the very definition of that word. Every time I hear it from now on, I will think of them😌

[@oldsmobileaurora7418]

He's probably really quick at making his bed in the morning

[@jesseicalugo2876]

Daniel Soto 😂

[@pranavviswanathan5883]

Lmaoo

[@wtfstudioinc.1827]

Stajp 😂😂😂

[@cuberynth3079]

😂😂😂

[@dante6x]

I dont ever make my bed lol

[@a.g.4336]

As Italian I find this amazing. Good job, Greek brothers, keep your great traditions alive.

[@electric0618]

Their days are numbered in both senses.

[@juanme555]

Frateeeliiiii D'ITALIAAAA!!!

[@vasiliki_R]

You too Italian siblings! 🙂

[@CrimeDoesNotPay]

As a Greek, thank you. Much love

[@MetoTateBey]

its actualy turkish tradition ,

[@toyafan0111]

beautiful family and work ethic !! I hope they forever flourish 💘

[@Dominik-cw1lh]

These people have my biggest respect, keeping up that Important Tradition!!! Well done❤

[@armansayeed9056]

I like how his son just randomly measures a door width to show he is an engineer XD

[@sweetfreeze5528]

😂😂😂

[@sweetfreeze5528]

"If I measure it, they will know."

[@ruttolomeo1987]

Best comment! Helps to get over that bitter taste the video leaves u with

[@sweetfreeze5528]

@@ruttolomeo1987 curious to know what the bitter taste is?

[@adityajha635]

Lmao

[@xaibiorecho8008]

He does it so that the tourists can see, this man is a real one . Sad to see that handmade things are getting less and less popular

[@monot00nz]

Actually quite the opposite. Handmade items are quite popular today. Just look at Etsy as one example. About 85% of their items are handmade by sellers. And Etsy is huge.

[@nandoginkaku7610]

@@monot00nz yes but handmade pastries aren't as lucky. One of my local chinatown bakeries had to switch to chinese food and get rid of all their chinese pastries just to survive. And thats just one example of local favorites of mine that has disappeared over the years here in la

[@abbyroad5169]

Sometimes I hate people who start industrializing a something that used to be made with care time and patience. Sometimes I feel that people that go into and industrialize these thing just want the money.

[@nandoginkaku7610]

@@abbyroad5169 that's the whole point of industrialization

[@karthikrox6310]

@@abbyroad5169 that's like the entire point of industrialisation lol

[@StrixNebulosa_mk1]

A beautiful story. Bless this man and his family.

[@Radiant9296]

What a talent and love for the art. God bless this family