Enjoy the island’s culinary delicacies such as grilled octopus and fresh fish at local tavernas. Taramasalata, a spread of fish roe with lemon juice and olive oil, is also worth trying. The village’s residents’ Asia Minor ancestors brought with them hybrid Near East Hellenic traditions, evident in the large stone-paved old town square and its … Read more
In the heart of Plaka the classic family owned Old Tavern of Psara offers traditional Greek food at a very reasonable price. This restaurant is over a century old and has hosted many celebrity friends. A few doors down is a small psistaria/souvlaki shop that may be the best in the neighborhood. Try their fegaropita, … Read more
The restaurants of Naxos serve mostly local food as the island is an agricultural one. You will find plenty of fresh fish, cheeses and meats. They also serve alcoholic beverages like ouzo and rakee. A mesmerising restaurant with a dreamy interior. Dine inside and enjoy the view of the cobblestoned street or sit outside and … Read more
The Best Places to eat in Crete offer great view, ambiance, and service. They provide a variety of cuisine including Cretan, European, and Mediterranean. A new generation is reviving the island’s food and wine culture. From ceramic artists to a stylish environmentalist, they’re coming back to Crete after stints abroad to refresh family businesses and … Read more
The largest uninhabited island of the Cyclades is a natural gem surrounded by sapphire-blue waters. It is also home to a wide variety of marine species. Explore the pristine beaches and rocky coves of Polyaigos on a day cruise from Milos. Enjoy delicious meals accompanied by Greek wine and raki, as well as local treats … Read more
A lovely restaurant serving delicious Greek comfort food. The portions are large and they serve good quality food at a very reasonable price. I highly recommend their chicken gyro and pork souvlaki. West of Kalamata is the agricultural region of Messenia, home to Nestor’s Palace (Odysseus’s house), ancient Messene (an entire classical town) and Voidokilia … Read more
Oinousses (or Inousses) is an enchanting island with a rich tradition and wealthy families own summer villas on its sheltered coves. The main village with its beautiful red-roof neoclassical houses blends cosmopolitan style and local authenticity. To get to the island you can take a bus, which is an environmentally conscious choice and less expensive … Read more
Dokos is a tiny rocky island that hugs the coastline between Hydra and Spetses. Stroll the cobblestone back streets, and admire neoclassical mansions and wonderful little taverns. At Symposium, a cheerful restaurant with a lovely view of the sea, customers can enjoy traditional and seafood dishes that are made using local recipes. The dishes offered … Read more
Karpathos was late to enter the game of tourism, so it has maintained a distinct identity. Instead of glitzy attractions and arm-packed malls, you’ll find small villages that celebrate tradition through food. A ‘Horiatiki’ Salata combines locally grown tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, feta cheese, and kalamata olives with extra virgin olive oil, red vinegar, and … Read more
From tavernas on lava-dunes to fine-dining suppers, there are lots of ways to dine well on Milos, a luminous Cycladic island that often gets overlooked in favour of Santorini and other crowd-pleasers. A local insider recommends these spots for classic Greek food, waterfront dining and inventive locavore menus. This restaurant overlooking Adamantas bay is family-run … Read more