Blog Topic: Wine & Spirits

Visiting Athens without exploring the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum is unthinkable. Together, these two sites form the heart of ancient Greek history, art, philosophy, and architecture. But while many visitors see them separately — sometimes even on different days — the most meaningful and efficient experience comes from exploring both in a single guided journey.   In 2025, Athenian…

Athens, the vibrant heart of Greece, is a city where ancient history meets a modern, lively culture. While iconic landmarks like the Acropolis and the Parthenon dominate every visitor’s bucket list, there’s so much more to this captivating city than meets the eye. If you’re a first-time visitor and want to explore Athens like a local, this guide is packed…

The Flavors of Monastiraki: A Culinary Odyssey   Embark on a gastronomic adventure through the historic district of Monastiraki in Athens, where ancient and modern flavors coalesce in a vibrant tapestry of tastes. Begin your journey at the central food market, Varvakios Agora, where the aromas of fresh produce, spices, and seafood create an enticing atmosphere. Sample authentic Greek street…

A Tapestry of Colors: Athens’ Autumnal Splendor   As summer bids adieu, Athens undergoes a breathtaking transformation, adorned in the warm hues of autumn. Stroll through the National Garden, where the rustling leaves create a symphony of autumnal whispers. The iconic Acropolis, framed by the changing foliage, becomes a captivating masterpiece against the crisp blue sky. Embrace the cooler temperatures…

The Stoa Poikile: A Philosophical Stroll Through Ancient Athens Embark on a journey through the philosophical heart of Athens by exploring the Stoa Poikile, an ancient portico that served as a gathering place for some of the greatest minds in history. This covered colonnade, adorned with vibrant frescoes, witnessed the spirited debates of philosophers like Zeno and Epicurus. As you…

With its establishment dating back to 1837, shortly after the establishment of the new Greek state, the First Cemetery is the oldest cemetery in the city of Athens. A walk to a place like this might not be in your plans, nor one of the first places you would think of visiting during your stay in the Capital, but a…

At a distance of only 8 kilometers from the center of Athens there is a small paradise waiting to be discovered and explored. This is the Botanical Garden, bequeathed by the couple Iulia and Alexandros Diomedes, the largest in area both in Greece and in the Eastern Mediterranean.   An area of 1860 hectares covered by mostly natural vegetation that…

[vc_row el_id=”post-content”][vc_column][vc_column_text]Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world. Despite the fact that Greece is struggling to recover from a persistent economic crisis, most locals still feel optimistic and a positive vibe is present in the city’s neighborhoods. Athens is named one of the world’s top places to travel.   Today, the city is a modern and vibrant…

[vc_row el_id=”post-content”][vc_column][vc_column_text]Around the Acropolis rock there are many places worth seeing, walking, photographing. Walking this circular route around the Holy Rock of the Acropolis you will encounter areas of great historical and archaeological interest, areas of unique color and you will enter in another magic world escaping for a while from the monotonous and gray reality.   Meet Plaka, one…

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The slightly sloping Syntagma Square (Plateia Syntagmatos = Constitution Square) is located in the heart of modern Athens. It is the central square of Athens and it was named after the Constitution that the first King of Greece Otto was obliged to grant, after a popular and military uprising on 3 September 1843. The eastern side of the square is…