What is the toast in My Big Fat Greek Wedding?

In the scene prior to the wedding, he openly refers to the Millers as being “dry toast” (that is, boring) but then at the reception has realized “hey, we’re all different but in the end, we’re all fruit.” (In other words, it’s OK for us to be different because we’re still human).

What do they call the grandma in My Big Fat Greek Wedding?

Bess Meisler (Yiayia) Making a hilarious turn as Toula’s paranoid, woeful grandmother, Bess Meisler was the comedic wildcard in both Greek Wedding films.

Who said put some Windex on it?

Gus Portokalos
Gus Portokalos : Put some Windex.

What does Oreos mean in Greek?

The origin of the name “Oreo” is unknown, but there are many hypotheses, including derivations from the French word or, meaning ‘gold’, or from the Greek word ωραίος (oreos) meaning ‘nice’ or ‘attractive’. Others believe that the cookie was named Oreo simply because the name was short and easy to pronounce.

How many bridesmaids are in a Big Fat Greek Wedding?

14 bridesmaids
With 420 guests and 14 bridesmaids and ushers, plus the best man and maid of honour, flower girl and the ring bearer . . . it was definitely a big, fat Greek wedding!

What are Greek Wedding Traditions?

Greek wedding ceremonies feature an elaborate ritual with the crowns. First, the priest places a crown on both the bride and groom’s head. Then, the Koumbaros, or wedding sponsor, intertwines the crowns three times to symbolize the couple’s union. Finally, the crowns are tied together with a ribbon.

What do newlyweds say in Greek?

Να ζήσετε (na zisete)! This is the main phrase to congratulate the married couple. It would be translated as “may you live” but what it actually means to imply is a wish for a long life together that will be full of health and prosperity.

What does Miller mean in Greek?

You know, the root of the word Miller is a Greek word. Miller come from the Greek word “milo,” which is mean “apple,” so there you go. As many of you know, our name, Portokalos, is come from the Greek word “portokali,” which mean “orange.” So, okay? Here tonight, we have, ah, apple and orange.

What did the dad spray in My Big Fat Greek Wedding?

Q In ”My Big Fat Greek Wedding,” dad Michael Constantine uses Windex to cure ills ”from psoriasis to poison ivy.” Is it a wonder drug?

Is Aunt Voula Maria’s sister?

Andrea Martin as Theia Voula, Toula’s aunt and Maria’s sister.