Category: Athens

An Essential Guide to 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 top food markets in all of Europe. You can easily build a few walking street market tours into just about any foodie...

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A Culinary Guide to Traditional Food in Athens

The historic Greek capital, Athens, is the home of Mediterranean cuisine and a culinary haven for those looking to indulge in some Hellinc specialties. I can’t help but have a soft spot for Athens. There’s a real buzz about the food scene here; nothing brings out my inner foodie more...

An Essential Guide to Restaurants in Athens

The Greek capital is among the finest destinations in Europe for foodies hoping to embark on an epicurean adventure. All that aside, in a city so revered for its remarkable Greek and global-inspired dining experiences, it can be tricky to know which eateries are worth prioritizing. Naturally, anyone familiar with...

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A Local’s Guide to 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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An Essential Guide to 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 top wine bars in...

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A Culinary Guide to Seafood in Athens

It’s easy to assume that the finest fish in Greece is found on the islands, but Athens has some incredible seafood restaurants that far too many people overlook. Athenians take their gastronomy seriously, so prepare to discover some seriously tasty seafood here! If you ever joined one of my Athens...

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A Local’s Guide to Halal Restaurants in Athens

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 most delicious halal offerings I’ve come across. The city is a mecca for foodies, no matter their dietary...

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A Local’s Guide to 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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An Essential Guide to 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...

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