By now, you’ve probably heard the term “Vasilopita”. Maybe you’ve been to a few celebrations involving the legendary New Year’s bread. Perhaps you’ve even been present as one lucky guest discovered the hidden gold coin inside their slice. But why such big deal over some sweet bread and a coin? Why does this tradition seem to be part of ev...
Read moreGlobally celebrated and critically acclaimed British Cypriot author Alex Michaelides visited Greece this week promoting his record-breaking debut novel, The Silent Patient, available in Greek from Dioptra Publishing. The instant number one ‘New York Times’ bestseller, was also the #2 most sold fiction book on ‘Amazon’ in 2019 whilst also ...
Read moreThe beginning of a new decade lends itself to deep self-reflection. What did I achieve? What did I miserably fail at? Why did I kiss that person? Why did I eat and drink so much and what will I eat and drink next? If you’re as over some of last year’s food trends as I am (ice-roll anybody?) I invite you to remain food-positive and look fo...
Read moreIn writing this article, I hope that it will be of help to some people who might find themselves in the same predicament that I was, namely to be an observer, rather than a participant of what has interested you most in your entire life, and what it takes to make that leap of faith, and to become a participant. I have been covering the Greek art sc...
Read moreWith nearly 300 theatres and 2000 shows being staged annually, Athens boasts more theatres per capita than any other European capital - proof that the art form is alive and well in the land of Sophocles and Aristophanes. Athens Insider investigates the Athenian’s fascination for drama and revisits some of the capital’s most endearing venu...
Read moreWe’re excitedly celebrating our 20th anniversary this year, so get ready for a year packed with a truckload of memorable reads. Covering everything from art and design to travel and opinion, Athens Insider has thrived as an independent publishing house, with its unique brand of elegant visuals and engaging writing; it’s the type of magazine that no...
Read moreWho needs a date when all you need is Netflix and chilling and pizza? It might be January and less screen-time definitely featured as one of your 2020 resolutions, but here’s Insider’s pluck of the best series and movies streaming on Netflix right now. Scroll through for our watched and vetted list compiled by Netflix vampire Sudha Nair-...
Read moreThe golden hues of autumnal leaves have yet to appear in the city. As for Athens, Autumn tends to include all the seasons within the same week. Regardless of the random golf-ball sized hailstorms, swiftly followed by scorching afternoons worthy of the beach, this season calls out for lazy Sunday brunches. Hot, roasted artisanal coffee, fl...
Read moreWHAT: Based on Le Fantôme de l'Opéra by Gaston Leroux, Andrew Lloyd Webber's gothic spectacle with its powerful, musical score remains one of the greatest musicals of all time. The action follows the dramatic stand-off between beautiful soprano Christine, her lover Raoul, and the mysterious masked figure who dwells beneath the Opera House. Phantom ...
Read moreWHAT: This classic show truly has everything, from pirates and fairies to hungry crocodiles, so lose yourself in this child-like fantasy. WHEN: January 3 to January 5 WHERE: Galatsi Olympic Hall Veikou Avenue 137, Galatsi Tel: +30 211 770 1700 | Website
Read moreThere is no denying that the Greek capital is filled with monuments, age-old landmarks and museums worth a visit, but if you find yourself in a bit of an “ancient marble” overdose, you’ll be glad to learn that there are fascinating museums to visit that have nothing to do with archaeology. Ethel Dilouambaka rounds up five Athenian museums...
Read moreRobert McCabe’s black and white images capture a poetic, poignant Mykonos whose charms he finds have been all but tainted with its newly minted patina as the island of party excesses and bling. This book is a precious reminder of just how much has been lost and how much is still worth saving. My first visit to Mykonos was in t...
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