The 5 Best Souvlaki in Athens
Ah, souvlaki. Feasting on mouthwatering skewers of marinated grilled meat is a Greek pastime at this point. For those unfamiliar with souvlaki, which translates to ‘spit’ or ‘skewer,’ it’s been a part of Greek cuisine on islands like Santorini and Crete in some form since the 17th century BC. I’m...
Athens Food & Drink
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
The 4 Best Desserts in Athens Greece
Greek desserts are enjoying a renaissance in the international foodie landscape, standing toe to toe with other popular European treats like Italian gelato, Basque cheesecake, and French crème brûlée. Of course, no Athens food tour is complete without sampling a few great desserts and tasty treats along the way. To...
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