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It’s been quite a few years now that London may have quit carbs and gluten but when it comes to Pophams, they all crawl back to the hell of the thin flour.
Rarely does a restaurant beat expectations, especially so in Greece. So when we heard that Yiannis Loucacos was preparing to launch an Italian-oriented offering in Halandri I was at first very excited but also a bit skeptical. Minutes after tasting the first bite during our first visit, I knew this was immediately becoming on my favorite spots in Athens!
When you envision your approaching vacation, do you conjure up images of tropical Polynesian beaches, a fresh cocktail in your hand, and a warm breeze caressing your cheeks? As alluring as that view may be, perhaps it’s time to give another bucket-list-worthy idea a chance – the fierce cold of The Last Frontier.
Ultra-hip it is. But just because it is a brand new addition on the 2019 Athenian map, doesn’t mean we had to fall for it. As we started gathering though more and more positive feedback from all around, we did eventually visited - a great off the grid (mostly) seafood spot with some nice aesthetics.
Thanasis is not your typical meat-oriented taverna. Nor is it your upscale steakhouse. It is both, at the same time. And that’s the real beauty of it. Set in a remote and kind of hidden spot just off the national road of Athens, Thanasis is probably the next place you should be visiting if you’re into meat!
September was always standing for new beginnings, even more than the first calendar day of the year.
Coming back from summer holidays, and with suitcases loaded with resolutions for new habits and targets, got back to London, the city that attracts all the highlights in the creative arts and will always remind me this city is the hub where everything starts from and ends to.
Nafplio is always a joy to visit and what better place to appreciate its traditional form than the original taverna of Noulis. It offers an authentic Greek cuisine, with a range of dishes always prepared with fresh local ingredients, all made by the experienced chef Andrianos Andrianopoulos.
Restaurants that can do brilliant food and eclectic wine lists, but keeping it casual at the same time, deserve a special shout out (or maybe should be selfishly kept on the down-low). Noble Rot fits in this special niche. If you have many suitors it’s the one place you should insist to go on a date to.
This is where time goes back to the basics of the original Greek taverna. Lampi in the homonymous beach is a great post-swim retreat for a tasty seafood and meze lunch!
A welcoming service, a cosy environment and some good treats can go a long way. Forget about whitecloth assortments, haute cuisine dishes like ceviche and any other paraphernalia. At the traditional Greek taverna of Hiliomodi, they stay true to the core of great hospitality and a a good meal!
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When you envision your approaching vacation, do you conjure up images of tropical Polynesian beaches, a fresh cocktail in your hand, and a warm breeze caressing your cheeks? As alluring as that view may be, perhaps it’s time to give another bucket-list-worthy idea a chance – the fierce cold of The Last Frontier.
Lost amidst the very south of the Cyclades, Amorgos is a beaut albeit rough around the edges with its mountainous terrain and howling winds. A real trek for those looking to only relax during their stay, the island offers a colourful setting in Chora with many other attractions and a few beaches waiting to be explored.
My first connection with Italy happened in Sardinia. I fall in love with it so deeply. Actually, I fall in love with everything: breathtaking nature, hostile people, strange food and, as it was my first place in this country, with Italy in general.
The moment you set foot in Tokyo, you’re taken by the level of courtesy, cleanliness and serenity. It may well be a city of nearly 10 million but you get the feeling of craftsmanship and charm of a small town. And then, mesmerizing food hits you!
One of the smallest countries in the World. Located in the Center of Business trade route in South East Asia, The city has one of the most diverse experiences to offer.
Famous for its mellow seafront and its beautiful backdrop of Mount Pelion, Volos is one of the best mid-sized towns in Greece for a relaxed long weekend!
A place where time has stood still for decades, not for the lack of advancement but for the love of tranquility and nature, the Maldives remain the personification of paradise.
Out of over 300 islands that belong to the Fiji archipelago, there are several that are especially worthy of your bucket list.
Known for its diverse mountain terrain and rich local flavor of the Pindos ergion, Metsovo and its central location is probably the best place to stay at for discovering this part of Greece. Mostly a winter destination, it is the largest centre of Aromanian life in Greece connected to both Athens and Thessaloniki by Egnatia Road making it a very convenient destination to travel to.
Despite its growing popularity and its timeless appeal, the islands in French Polynesia remain unspoiled gems worth a lengthy vacation. In fact, the dedication of the local people to preserve their natural wealth paired with the rise in luxurious accommodation options and improved connectivity all help maintain the same “zen” vibe they embody.
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I’ve always loved the city, apart from the very first time I touched down here with expectations running here. But as New York grew on me, so did the charming mid-town neighbourhood of Flatiron with its semi-busy streets, the beautiful cafes and fancy restaurants and the abundant presence of locals.
Despite the crisis-striken profile of Athens for the last 10 years, the area around Syntagma has continuously been transformed to a mosaic of colors, flavors and some good ol’ hospitality. The hordes of tourists on Syntagma square may be not our thing, but pretty much anything south of the square definitely is.
Milan, a city of art and style has many different neighbourhoods all unique in character. Navigli is an area made of canals dating back to the 12th century. Many claim that Leonardo Da Vinci was commissioned to help in the canals restoration on the 15th century. Today, the Milan canals are vibrant with a hip feeling.
Manhattan can be hectic, with the never ending array of high rises, constant traffic noise and the odd roadworks left and right. So, to find yourself in an area that is more residential, cosy and cute is indeed a bit of a hard one. Luckily, Greenwich Village and West Village come the rescue when you want to get away from it all.
My favorite part when discovering a new city is finding different neighborhoods and spotting various cute places to grab food, shop, or simply walk around. When I first moved to New York a few months ago, I knew Brooklyn was the new « place to be ». I had already been to Williamsburg and really enjoyed it but never had the occasion to explore other further areas and places in this neighborhood.
Gone are the days of the old Athenian chic and the nights of the nouveau riche in Kolonaki. Kolonaki was once thriving even during the weeknights, but most certainly when Saturday lunch goers were getting on the tables of the infamous Caprice restaurant on Fokilidou street.
As I drive away from the crowded city centre of Athens and to the west, I find myself in the more quiet, downtempo and almost communal neighbourhood of Metaxourgio. Gone are the days of trashy Psyri and Gkazi. Metaxourgio is now acquiring a reputation as an artistic and fashionable neighbourhood due to the opening of many art galleries and trendy restaurants and cafes. Moreover, local efforts to beautify and invigorate the neighbourhood have reinforced a budding sense of community that makes everything even more homey.
When the weather is nice, you can easily spend a whole day in Georgetown. Being hard to reach by public transport, the best thing you can do is rent a bicycle and ride there (DC’s distances are pretty short).
Covent Garden is high on every tourist guide to London. Makes sense, it’s pretty, it’s central, and has everything is on offer. Throughout history it has served as a vegetables market, centre for theatre and politics - a natural hangout for Londoners of all social classes, looking to conduct business or indulge in their hobbies.
Known for its urban ambience yet a homey neighbourhood feel, Pangrati was always a favourite amongst the art and politics circles, also attracting visiting students due to its central location next to all of Athens' vibrant life. Its recent influx of tourists and the abundance of short-term lets has given it an international vibe giving birth to new spots and ideas available for the curious ones to explore.
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Italy was one of the first countries I visited in Europe. I traveled there with friends after a spring term at Oxford, and so began my love affair with the Mediterranean.
Flour wars have been at the core of the Clean Monday celebrations at Galaxidi for more than 200 years now. Locals and visitors, all dressed in costumes, gather around and start an enormous flour fight in an effort to celebrate the beginning of Easter lent.
For most people, Lake Kerkini is an artificial reservoir created in 1932, and then redeveloped in 1980, on the site of what was previously an extremely extensive marshland. For brothers Constantinos and Petros Sofikitis it actually took a whole lot of new meaning when they visited recently, as part of a larger project their father took on with with acclaimed film director Angelopoulos.
No matter religion and faith. No matter which god they choose to believe in.
Indians have one and only conviction: peace. This is their very own religion and faith, a belief that gives reason to life and meaning to their journey on this earth.
New destination after a long time and my enthusiasm was so big. A few days ago, I visited Netherlands and Rotterdam in specific. I had heard so and so impressions about Rotterdam and I arrived there with a pinch of doubt that immediately gone away. What an interesting city to visit! What did I learn?
First time in Germany, first time in Hamburg and first time so north on the map of Europe. Arrival on Saturday night, right in the heart of Hamburg's nightlife.
As we set course for Jamaica, we were planning to roam around the country in 13 days! And although a couple of weeks cannot really help appreciate everything the country has to offer, we can safely say that with the people we met and the landscapes we observe, it was a bit like having lived there!
Wet winters and dry summers, a majorly white population and unemployment close to rock bottom (thanks Amazon!) are few of the facts that paint the picture for Seattle, America's westernmost city on the north border with Canada.
Santorini, for those few that have somehow managed to not visit, forms the southernmost member of the Cyclades group of islands in Greece with population of 15,550 inhabitants. During the summer months, and summer does indeed last for a good 5-6 months down there, the number of inhabitants jumps to more than twice that as honeymooners, travel addicts and wine lovers flock the island.
Traveling in Cairo can be an adventurous pursuit, whether it's across the vast desert-like rural landscape or throughout the dirt in the more urban neighborhoods. Similar to other poor tribes of the Middle-eastern world, Egyptians don't quite loose their cool as they go about their daily lives. Despite the contrasting images and tough reality, navigating through Cairo is a real treat with many photo opportunities left and right.
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