Athens is changing. But the more it changes, the more it stays the same. For every new, trendy, modern twist on a Greek gastronomy there are traditional, independent family owned and run tavernas and kebab shops. So here are some favourites. This is not an objective list. There is quite a lot of personal bias… Read More »Where to Eat in Athens
One way to explore new cities is to scroll through hashtags on Instagram, but a more serendipitous way is to just wander along the back streets and stumble over new shops, boutique hotels and the occasional Cretan Antikristo BBQ. We found Kreatofageion Aristotelis by accident while trying to avoid the Christmas mayhem that is the… Read More »Kreatofageion Aristotelis Cretan BBQ in Psirri
Which Taxi App is right for you when visiting Athens Greece? Almost everyone who comes to Athens has a taxi story. Tales of beaten up old cars with holes in the flooring, no seatbelts and drivers who think they could have rivalled Michael Schumacher. Stories about being taken on the scenic route and being charged… Read More »Athens Taxi Apps
Season 3 of Tom Clancy’s ‘Jack Ryan’ is here, and for fans of Athens, the first two episodes of the show feature the Greek capital heavily. Shot in the fall of 2021, when Covid restrictions had been eased in Greece, the series features many identifiable landmarks from around Athens. What Athens Locations were used in… Read More »Jack Ryan in Athens
If you are interested in the food-scene of Greece and Athens, seek out the 3rd series of Gordon, Gino and Fred: Road Trip where Gordon Ramsay, Gino D’Acampo and Fred Sirieix try to do a ‘Top Gear’ for food. Episode 2, named ‘Clash of Three Titans’ begins in Athens with some stunning drone footage and… Read More »HooCut – True Pitta
David Fuller and Christina Ioannidis discover a deli in Plaka that offers the chance to experience an Olive Oil tasting. Guided by Erikka and Maria from Malotira, the team learn about the different varieties and the health benefits of olive oil. Support the Team Show Notes… The mythology of Athens and the story of Athena… Read More »ATH #5 – Olive Oil Live
Alexia Amvrazi ventures just outside of Athens to the Cycladic island of Andros. Here are some Show Notes and links… Support the Team : Buy Us a Coffee Show Notes (1:50) Andros was named as one of the ’52 Places to Love in 2021’ by The New York Times The trip starts with a swim… Read More »ATH #4 – Andros Adventures
What can modern folks learn about dealing with trauma, getting a higher perspective of problems and Internet trolls from Greece’s ancient philosophers? In this episode Alexia Amvrazi takes a sunset walk on the ancient Athenian Pnyx hill near the Acropolis with Donald Robertson, an acclaimed world expert and author on the association between modern psychotherapy… Read More »ATH #2 – Stoic Stones
Episode 1 Show Notes. If you want to get an authentic feel of a city’s neighbourhoods and locals, visit it’s local markets. In this opening episode of Sense in the City Athens, Alexia Amvrazi seeks out the ingredients for a recipe called Papoutsakia and along the way discovers honey from Evia and Greek Mountain Tea.… Read More »ATH #1 – Laiki Agora Locals
Welcome to Sense in the City Athens – the podcast. In this teaser episode, host Alexia Amvrazi will introduce you to the series and let you know what to expect. Learn what the process of mopping up the bottom of the Greek salad bowl is called! “Experiencing this city is like a workout for your… Read More »Athens Podcast Trailer