Skopelos, a lush island in the Northern Sporades, offers a variety of dining experiences that highlight its rich culinary traditions. From the bustling tavernas of Skopelos Town to the serene beachside eateries, the island is a haven for food lovers seeking authentic Greek flavors. Local specialties, such as the famous Skopelos cheese pie and fresh … Read more
Symi builds its food scene around the harbour front of Gialos and the lanes of Chorio. Tavernas, ouzeri, mezedopoleia and fish restaurants line the water and sit under the neoclassical mansions. The signature dish is the tiny Symi shrimp, garides Symis, fried and eaten whole with ouzo. Fresh fish, octopus and seafood fill the menus … Read more
Thassos nightlife is an enchanting blend of relaxed evenings and vibrant seaside settings. The island’s social scene revolves around seafront tavernas, charming cafes, and beach bars rather than large clubs. Limenas, the capital, is the hub of the island’s nightlife with its bustling bars and waterfront cafes. Meanwhile, Potos on the south-west coast offers a … Read more
Antiparos is a small Cycladic island, yet it eats far above its size. A good spread of tavernas and restaurants gathers in the whitewashed town and at the waterfront of Agios Georgios in the southwest. The car-free main street fills with tables among the bougainvillea. The kitchens turn out fresh fish, grilled meats and classic … Read more
Agios Georgios rests on the southwest coast of Antiparos, a small settlement of tavernas and rooms strung along a shore of sandy coves and clear, calm water. It looks across a narrow channel to the uninhabited islet of Despotiko, and it is the main departure point for small boats crossing to the beaches and the … Read more
Agios Leon is a traditional hill village on the west side of Zakynthos, set among vineyards, olive groves and rolling country above the sea cliffs. It takes its name from its church and keeps a quiet, rural pace, with village squares, tavernas and stone houses. The village is the gateway to some of the wildest … Read more
The food of Zakynthos is a rich island cuisine, shaped by Greek roots and long Venetian rule. The fertile plain gives olive oil, wine, fruit and vegetables, while the sea brings fresh fish. Meat dishes such as rabbit stifado and the tomato-and-garlic sauce called sartsa sit beside local cheeses, cured meats and honey. Sweets and … Read more
Naxos rewards hungry travellers with a dining scene grounded in its own farms, herds, and fishing boats. The island grows famous potatoes, ages sharp graviera cheese, and slow-cooks meat over wood fires in stone-walled village kitchens. Harbourfront tables in the main port sit a short walk from old-town courtyards draped in bougainvillea. Seafront tavernas near … Read more
Vari is a coastal suburb on the southern Athens Riviera, known for its sandy beach, lively beach clubs and a long tradition of grilled-meat tavernas. Explore the Riviera alongside skip-the-line sightseeing tickets and tours from My Greece Tours. This seaside suburb is a relaxed corner of the Athens travel guide. The sections below cover where … Read more
The Central Market of Athens, the Varvakeios Agora on Athinas Street, is a vibrant, historic food market of shouting fishmongers, butchers, spice shops and old tavernas, a feast for the senses. Plunge into authentic Athens alongside skip-the-line sightseeing tickets and tours from My Greece Tours. This sensory landmark is an authentic highlight of the Athens … Read more