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I’m really excited about exploring the local cuisine. I’ve heard so much about how delicious and diverse Greek food is, and I want to make sure I don’t miss out on any must-try dishes.

Could you please share your recommendations for Greek dishes that I should definitely try while I’m there? I’m particularly interested in both well-known classics and any regional specialties that might be a bit off the beaten path. Some questions:
  • What are the absolute must-tries that define Greek cuisine?
  • Are there any dishes specific to certain regions in Greece that I shouldn’t miss?
  • I love street food! Any Greek street food recommendations?
  • What sweet treats should I indulge in?
Also, if you have any restaurant or taverna recommendations where I can experience these dishes authentically, that would be amazing!
 
Try everything. Foods like souvlaki and gyros will be freshly made, and other dishes like pasititso and moussaka will be 1-2 days old. A helpful tip to find a restaurant/Cafe is to look at what people are drinking. Tourists drink whatever they want, but Greeks drink coffee, so id you see a lot of people drinking coffee then you know you're at a spot locals go to.

When people ask me for food recommendations:

  • Souvlaki (in Athens this is a gyros). It will not come with "gyro meat" (brown shaved meat). You will have the option of chicken or pork.
  • Kalamaki (in Athens this is souvlaki)
  • Grilled octopus
  • Amita Sour Cherry juice
  • Froolite (it's a juice. My favorite is the mandarine and grapefruit)
  • Freddo espresso / Freddo cappuccino (only kids drink frappes)
  • Pita - try everything that sounds good. My favorite is zamponotiropita (ham and cheese pie), but there are many others such as chicken pie, and mushroom pie
  • Ice cream - it's different. My favorite place is Da Vinci. I think the have the best strawberry ice cream ice ever had
  • Tzatziki
  • Tyrokauteri
  • Saganaki
  • Saganaki with honey and sesame seeds
  • Loukoumathes - get them with something other than honey. I like my loukomathes filled with Nutella
  • This list could go on forever. If you see something the looks/smells/sounds good then try it!
 
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Some dishes you can try:
  • Moussaka: Layers of eggplant, ground meat, and béchamel sauce.
  • Souvlaki: Grilled skewers of meat, often served with pita and tzatziki.
  • Spanakopita: Spinach and feta cheese pie wrapped in phyllo dough.
  • Dolmades: Grape leaves stuffed with rice, herbs, and sometimes meat.
  • Tzatziki: A refreshing dip made from yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill.
  • Baklava: A sweet pastry made of layers of phyllo, nuts, and honey syrup.
  • Horiatiki: Traditional Greek salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, feta cheese, and olive oil.
  • Gyro: Rotisserie meat served in pita bread with tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki.
 
I’m really excited about exploring the local cuisine. I’ve heard so much about how delicious and diverse Greek food is, and I want to make sure I don’t miss out on any must-try dishes.

Could you please share your recommendations for Greek dishes that I should definitely try while I’m there? I’m particularly interested in both well-known classics and any regional specialties that might be a bit off the beaten path. Some questions:
  • What are the absolute must-tries that define Greek cuisine?
  • Are there any dishes specific to certain regions in Greece that I shouldn’t miss?
  • I love street food! Any Greek street food recommendations?
  • What sweet treats should I indulge in?
Also, if you have any restaurant or taverna recommendations where I can experience these dishes authentically, that would be amazing!
Bamiez(okra),melitzana salada(Aubergine salad)
Stuffed peppers with rice!👍..... Fakes!(Lentil dish eaten with olive oil and dash of vinegar and toasted bread with olive oil, salt and oregano!... yummy! 😋😋..I make it better than a lot of Tavernas!😂😂
 

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Our family visits Athens almost every year, and we love exploring its amazing museums. Last year, we had a great time at the Acropolis Museum and the National Archaeological Museum. This year, we’re heading back in early spring for a family event and are looking for new museums to visit.

We’d love to find places that might be more focused on art or something unique that would appeal to all ages. Any recommendations for must-see museums or hidden gems in Athens? Bonus points for something interactive or family-friendly!

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Can anyone share tips on using public transportation in places like Thessaloniki, Delphi, or the Peloponnese? Are the buses and trains reliable and frequent, or is renting a car a better option for flexibility? Also, is there a good website or app for checking schedules and buying tickets in advance?

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I’m planning my next trip to Greece and am trying to work out my itinerary. I’d love to visit Mycenae, as I’ve always been fascinated by ancient Greek history and the stories of Agamemnon.

I’m currently thinking of making it a day trip from Athens—does this make sense, or is it better to stay closer? I’m also planning to spend time in Monemvasia again (it’s one of my favorite spots!). Would it be practical to fit Mycenae into this trip as a stopover on my way to or from Monemvasia?

I’ll have a rental car, so I’m flexible, but I don’t want to feel rushed or miss out on fully exploring Mycenae. Any tips would be great!
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