The Classic Flavors of Athens

If this is your first time in Athens and you want to understand what, how, and when Greeks eat, this tour is your starting point. In 2.5 hours, we’ll visit 6 stops and the Central Market, sampling the classic flavors of Greek cuisine with a local guide who’ll explain the traditions behind each dish.

What will you taste?

Traditional Greek coffee
Tiropita and spanakopita, the cheese and spinach pastries
Greek yogurt and Greek honeys
Gruyère cheese
Pastourma, the cured sausage so typical of Athens
Loukoumades, fried dough balls with honey
Gyro, the Greek classic
Beer and water included.

We’ll visit the Central Market to get an up-close look at the products that fill Greek tables and learn about the culture of fresh food.

Afterward, you’ll receive a PDF guide with dining recommendations for the rest of your trip: what to order and what to try.

This tour is designed for those who want a first taste of the city’s cuisine, at a leisurely pace and with plenty of time for questions. Let us know when you book if you have any allergies, food intolerances, or follow a vegetarian diet, and we’ll adapt the tour as much as possible.