Archive for 'Food and Wine in Greece'

Continuing our series of articles on travelling virtually with your taste-buds while regular travel is a ways off yet, we turn to another beverage recipe, this time a non-alcoholic delight from Greece. Especially as the weather gets warmer, the days get longer, and we remain in need of some nice treats to help get us through the day, there is nothing better than something nice and fancy to sip on as you unwind at the end of the day. Enter visinada (also spelled vissinada, visinata, and several other variations when romanised), a sour cherryade that is generally bought as a pre-made syrup to which cold water is added today but which is easy enough to make at home yourself. So, while we all look ahead to exploring Greece and her culinary tradition in person again someday soon, why not do it virtually for now and try and make this delicious recipe at home yourself (just don't blame us for any future fillings!)?

Santorini is one of the world’s most famous and beloved holiday destinations that is at the top of a lot of bucket lists and lists of desired vacation spots. Its endless blue skies, crystal clear waters, cute white-washed architecture, flowers, and famous sunsets have been captured and shared by countless visitors and continue to attract more looking for a slice of that romantic perfection offered by this incredible place. If you have found a villa in the South Aegean, make time to head to this beautiful island in Greece and see what all the hype is about for yourself. You’ll encounter crowds that you might not have imagined in idyllic daydreams about the place but we think you’ll still be pretty impressed. It is quite the sight to behold, after all.

One of the key destinations in Santorini is Oia, the island’s northernmost village. This is likely the place that you will see pictured in most images of the island that are featured in articles, guidebooks, social media posts, and television shows. It is an exceptionally photogenic town that is a maze of little shops, restaurants, cafés, other businesses, houses, and those iconic white churches topped by blue domes. A pedestrian town, it is famous for its sunsets, the amazing sweeping views over the rest of the island and the caldera from its position along a cliffside, the crowds gathered to take in those views, and the chic and expensive restaurants and little stores. It is synonymous with style and glamour and is the destination of choice on the island today, particularly among the rich and famous.

In the final post in this series, we are rounding up the last of the restaurants that are listed in the Michelin Guide for the year. For foodies who have found a vacation rental in Greece and are planning their getaway around eating (as one totally should do), this is an invaluable resource to bring along with you.

14. Oikeîo

Incredibly good value, this lovely little restaurant is located in a stylish neighbourhood in Athens that has traditional décor, a warm atmosphere, and a menu full of family-style dishes.

Oikeîo
15 Ploutarhou St, Athína / Αθηνα, 106 75
+30 21 0725 9216

The incredible Michelin-awarded and recognised restaurants of Greece have been on our minds this week as we plan the ultimate foodie trip to Greece. If you have found a vacation rental in Greece and you want to know where you should eat, we have put together a guide to all eighteen restaurants that feature in the Michelin Guide for 2019 for you to browse. Discover more of them below!

9. Cookoovaya

This bright and stylish space is a bustling and vibrant restaurant that was opened by five of Athens' leading chefs. Serving up rustic, homemade dishes that are designed for sharing, it is a perfect place to come with friends and enjoy some delicious food and quality time together.

Cookoovaya
2A Chatzigianni Mexi St, Athína / Αθηνα, 115 28
+30 21 0723 5005

This week we're talking all about high-end dining in Greece with a lowdown on all of the 18 restaurants that feature in the Michelin Guide to Greece. If you are a foodie that is planning on finding a vacation rental in Greece and spending some time in the country, then this list is definitely something to keep in mind. Maybe you will only be able to manage to visit one restaurant on the list but, if you're looking to experience the highest level of restaurant quality in the country, have a look through the eateries listed and find the right one for you! Continuing on from the last post, here are more of Greece's Michelin gems...

4. Spondi

In the previous post, we listed all of the one star restaurants in Greece but this is the singular restaurant in the country that is currently awarded two Michelin stars. Spondi is a beautiful French restaurant in Athens with an impressive wine list of Greek, French and Italian wines, that is set within an elegant space made up of two charming dining rooms and two very pretty courtyards. Come for seasonal ingredients presented in imaginative dishes.

Spondi
5 Pyronos, off Varnava Sq, Pangrati, Athína / Αθηνα, 116 36
+30 21 0756 4021