Category: Athens Food & Drink

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...

Moussaka is one of the cornerstones of Greek cuisine, and one could argue that no Athens food tour is complete without trying it. Athens has tons of great authentic Greek restaurants offering some of the best Moussaka in all of Greece. Traditional moussaka is made from thin layers of aubergine...

Finding quality halal food in Europe can sometimes be a struggle for Muslim travelers. Fortunately, in Athens, the increased demand for halal-certified establishments means that the Greek capital has some of the best halal offerings I’ve come across. The city is a mecca for foodies, no matter their dietary requirements....

Athens has some of the best fine-dining restaurants in all of Europe. From Michelin-starred restaurants like Spondi that focus on Mediterranean cuisine to traditional Greek restaurants like Tudor Hall, there’s something for anyone. Finding the best fine dining restaurant to fit into your Athens food tour is largely a matter...

Over the last few years, the variety and standard of vegetarian restaurants in Athens has surged. Fantastic veggie-centered eateries continue to pop up in different corners of the city, offering endless food options for meat-free diners. The rise of vegetarian food in the Greek capital led me to create veggie-inclusive...

Like in many European cities, the variety of vegan options in Athens is steadily growing. Not only are there plenty of vegan-friendly eateries with plant-based versions of traditional Greek dishes but there are also numerous restaurants offering international-inspired vegan fare. The city’s culinary landscape has changed quite a bit between...

It’s been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and that certainly holds true in Athens Greece. From authentic Greek breakfast items like spanakopita and koulouri, to English and American breakfast foods like waffles and eggs benedict, there are many options to choose from. To help...

Athens is a world city embracing cuisines from all around the globe. Today you can find Michelin-starred Italian, French, and even Japanese-inspired restaurants on the streets of Athens. There are even many Athenian Michelin Green Star restaurants that focus on sustainability. If you’re a fine-dining foodie in hot pursuit of...