Food Hopping In The Heart Of Athens

OVERVIEW

Walk through the oldest neighborhoods in Athens and stop along the way to sample foods that reflect the local cuisine. Your foodie adventure will begin in Monastiraki Square a lively meeting place with plenty of nearby cafés and restaurants. The exact offerings will depend on what's freshest and seasonal, but you can expect to sample traditional items such as a Greek pie (Bougatsa). The Psirri neighborhood is also historical but has gained a reputation for being arty and bohemian, so the samples may be trendier. Even so, classic street foods such as cheese and Paksimadia may also be found here. Chances are, you will also be offered souvlaki, probably the most beloved Greek fast food. The guide will know the best spots for the tastiest samples. For an overall understanding of the mostly readily available ingredients, you will browse a market.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Sample a variety of classic Greek foods while walking through historical neighborhoods.
• Follow the guide’s recommendations for finding the best spots for samples.
• Taste traditional dishes, street foods and items as simple and delicious as Greek yogurt.
• Browse a market for an understanding of the available ingredients.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.