Category: Athens

How Local Gastronomy Has Become the Lifeblood of Corporate Events in Europe

Once upon a time, corporate events were all about ticking boxes: stick to the agenda, get everyone in the room, call it a success. But that approach doesn’t really fly anymore, especially in Europe. Things have shifted. Now, it’s just as much about what people feel as what they learn....

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The 5 Best Spanakopita in Athens

Coming to Athens soon? One street food that should be at the top of your list of must-try foods is spanakopita. These are spinach pies made with phyllo dough, feta cheese, and herbs that you won’t be able to get enough of. No matter where you go, you’ll find bakeries...

The 5 Best Gyro in Athens

Even if you know next to nothing about Greek street food, I’m willing to bet you’ve heard about gyros! They’re reminiscent of kebabs from Turkey and various Middle Eastern wraps, yet gyros are very much a Greek tradition, dating back to the 19th century. I don’t think I’ve run a...

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The 5 Best Romantic Restaurants in Athens

Between savoring sublime Greek flavors in candlelit settings and watching the sun go down over the Acropolis, date nights in Athens are in a league of their own. Athens has so many romantic restaurants, each blending delicious food with an intimate ambiance. No matter which one you choose, prepare for...

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The 4 Best Bougatsa in Athens

Bougatsa is a classical Greek pastry that uses layers of phyllo dough to hold both sweet and savory fillings. It has a lot in common with baklava, however the filling between the layers tends to be thicker with a higher filling-to-phyllo ratio. The more common sweet version of bougatsa found...

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The 4 Best Baklava in Athens

Baklava is one of those classical Greek desserts that just has to be included in an Athens food tour. It’s made with delicate layers of phyllo dough gently painted with butter and cinnamon. The layers are then interspersed with nuts, honey, and seasonings.   The baklava is then baked to golden-brown...

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Gluten-Free Athens Guide

If you thought sticking to gluten-free dishes in Athens meant you’d miss out on classics like moussaka, kebabs, and gyros, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to find that’s not the case. Nowadays, more restaurants in the city are working to accommodate guests with dietary requirements.  This has made finding food that’s...

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The 4 Best Wine Bars in Athens

Athens is a true world city, with access to amazing international wines. It also has a truly ancient connection to grapes and the art of wine making with centuries-old wineries surrounding the city. So, it should come as little surprise that Athens has some of the best wine bars in...

The 4 Best Food Markets In Athens

The fastest way to taste the true flavor of any city is to wander through the local food markets. Athens in particular is loaded with some of the best food markets in all of Europe. You can easily build a few walking street market tours into just about any Athens...

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