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Wild Mustard Greens of Greek Tradition

By Sofia Triantou Wild mustard greens are not just a foraged plant. They are memory, a reminder of seasons, and a way of life that tells us food always begins with the earth Wild mustard greens are among the most characteristic edible wild plants of the Greek land and one of the most beloved spring ingredients of traditional cuisine. For

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Okupa: Levantine Notes in the Heart of Athens and a sense of belonging

Marcel Proust once said that memory is never detached from the senses. It is a thought that often returns, every time I find myself in front of a dish with new flavours, a cup of aromatic herbs, or a glass of aged spirits. Even in our most solitary moments, we

A New Creative Dialogue: Première Fraîcheur at Artisanal

Artisanal and chef Giannis Parikos, in collaboration with artist and curator Poka-Yio,

“Epirroes”: an olive oil shaped by memory, tradition and a conscious shift in life

From family groves in Messinia and Arcadia to a contemporary brand with

Vegan Athens

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Some of the best options for a plant based meal that will entice even the most devoted of carnivores. The vegan food scene in Athens has come a long way in the past decade or so, with many interesting dining options popping up one after the other. From slow-cooked meals

The “scoop” on where to get the best ice cream in Athens

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Some of the best ice cream shops in town, each one with its own distinct flare -and flavors.

Εating and drinking around Herodion Theater

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Nice spots to have a drink after a show in Herodion Theater.

Food, drinks, casual and cool hang outs to enjoy before or after visiting the National Opera

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The relocation of the Greek National Opera to the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC) 7 years ago, as was expected, started shedding more light, gradually but steadily, to a historic neighborhood that had been long overlooked by most Athenians. Kallithea, and more specifically the largely residential area -minus the