Food & Drink
Food & Drink | Feb 2020
Who remembers that great scene from My Big Fat Greek Wedding when Aunt Voula reacts, shocked, to the news that her niece’s non-Greek date doesn’t eat meat? ("Oh, that’s okay. I make lamb.”) The Greek culinary scene may have evolved since then, but meat still dominates the dinner table in the lead-up to Lent. Insider recommends 7 super-sty...
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Food & Drink | Feb 2020
WHAT: Alpha Bank has successfully organized the premier culinary week of Athens for the last four years under the heading "Dine Athens", inviting the Athenian public to taste specially designed menus at affordable prices. As part of the 4th “Dine Athens Restaurant Week”, from January 28th to February 13th 2020, more than 30,000 Athenians took advan...
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Food & Drink | Jan 2020
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...
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Food & Drink | Jan 2020
The 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...
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Food & Drink | Jan 2020
The 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...
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Food & Drink | Dec 2019
Stumped for where to take your work colleagues for an out-of-office meeting? Looking for a restaurant that is on the right side of chic but not overly pricey? Papillon offers a cosy venue, inviting yet discreet, for informal, productive meetings that you’d want to stretch well into the evening!
An all-day bar & restaurant ...
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Food & Drink | Nov 2019
Mercato introduces Sunday brunch from November 3 through to April, that luxurious meal between breakfast and lunch, a perfect fit for the late-to-bed, late-to-rise Mediterranean lifestyle, with a brunch menu that makes the weekend wait more than worth it!
On Sundays, from 12.30pm to 4.30pm, spoil yourself for choice with an ex...
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Food & Drink | Aug 2019
Eleni Kefalopoulou raises a glass to Greece’s indigenous whites.
The glorious Greek summer is here! A beautiful orange sun warming my back in Byzantine Monemvasia, a walk through Lefkes in Paros, the dry salty wind mixing with the aroma of indigenous flowers, a plunge into the tropical waters of Halkidiki, a coffee in the shad...
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Food & Drink | Jul 2019
Alain Bossé, also known as the Kilted Chef, will be visiting Athens as part of Canada Day celebrations on July 1.
He has travelled the world from kitchens to convention centres sharing his expertise and love for buying and eating local ingredients. With his signature tartan kilt, proud Acadian heritage and undeniable flair for...
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Food & Drink | Jul 2019
From classic spots you know and love to the Athenian Coast’s trailblazers, here is our compilation of dining options in Athens’ preferred summering destination, Vouliagmeni. They may be good-value-for-money, a reliable source of fun, or temples of fine dining – but they all define and capture Vouliagmeni’s classy spirit and island-in-the-...
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Food & Drink | Jun 2019
Frida Kahlo inspired Coyoacan promises margarita moments and Mexican fare Coyoacan.
Named after Frida Kahlo’s birthplace, Coyoacan is recreated in Thisseio. Escape to this impressive Mexican hacienda, with its unique and imposing Frida murals, neon skulls and retractable roof. The highly Instagrammable spot offers authentic M...
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Food & Drink | Jun 2019
Athens Insider reviews Cherchez la Femme!
Cherchez la Femme
Don’t let the French name fool you. Across from the imposing Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens, a delightful Greek bistro transports you to more elegant times. Cherchez la Femme’s retro stylish decor and music provide the backdrop for traditional Greek meze di...
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