FoodAn Emissary From Ancient GreeceFrom Hippocrates to her kitchen, Maria Benardis shares the forgotten wisdom that saved her lifeSaveMark Us Preferred on GooglePrintMaria Benardis's Greek cooking is a feast for the soul—fresh, flavorful, and, most importantly, made with love. Benjamin Chasteen/The Epoch TimesCrystal ShiHome and Food Editor4/6/2018|Updated: 10/8/2018“Go back to ancient Greece.” The words came to Maria Benardis in answer to a prayer. Deeply ill, her body plagued with precancerous cysts and mind burdened with anger from childhood physical and emotional abuse, she turned to God for help when modern medicine failed her.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.