WHAT: 5 Artists, the new group exhibition presented at Eleni Koroneou Gallery, features paintings by Liam Everett, Alex Hubbard, Gerasimos Floratos, Helmut Middendorf and Panos Papadopoulos. Hailing from different backgrounds, cities, and even countries, each artist imbues his work with a unique and intricate character, making this exhibition anyth...
Read moreStuck at home? And so are the kids. Its like early retirement. Fast forward all those projects you’d been putting on hold for the ‘day you stop working.’ And get your children to join in the action too. Do a Mary Kondo clean-up of your closets. Does it spark joy? Those four magic words should guide you into de-cluttering your c...
Read moreNo social kissing, handshakes or getting physical. Eskimo nose-rubs are out, so are full-on smooches on a blind date. Since the coronavirus dictates how we move, touch, interact and express ourselves, here’s Insider’s go-to guide to the near zero-contact greeting! Elbow rubs You’ve been rubbing shoulders with the desirables. T...
Read moreWho cares about stock market plunges and pandemics when you can transport yourself to drug dramas, domestic quibbles and succession battles elsewhere in a land far, far away from cantankerous children and hypochondriac colleagues? Go on a cheap date with Netflix - all you need is a comfy blanket. Even if less screen-time definitely feat...
Read moreWHAT: Dido is an English singer-songwriter and musician who rose to international prominence in 1999 with her debut album, No Angel. Known for her soothing voice and unusual duets, she has collaborated with many renowned artists throughout the years to create beautiful music. Dido has sold an estimated 30 million records worldwide. WHEN: 22 June...
Read moreWe know Greeks were one of the first cultures to produce wine, but just how early did beer come on the scene. In her series on Food and Drink in Greek Archeology, Holley Martlew investigates. This has been one of the riddles of early Greek civilization -- until recently when state of the art scientific analyses were applied to...
Read moreFor many Greece is the land of sun, sea and whitewashed houses with azur doors; however, come winter, this land also boasts many mountains blanketed in snow. One of the most popular is Mount Parnassos with its 19 ski runs, 10 trails, restaurants and ski / snowboard schools. The peaks of Kellaria and Fterolakas can be enjoyed b...
Read moreWith so many Lenten treats on offer, the 40-day pre-Easter abstinence feels more like indulgence than penance. Here’s Athens Insider’s guide to navigating Lenten dos and don’ts! For Greeks, even fasting is all about food! In fact, it reflects the rich culinary repertoire of the country, relying heavily on seasonal ve...
Read moreElena Panayides rounds up the coolest watering holes where the city's hipster set hang out. Couleur Locale As the name suggests, this is where the locals go and many of them still aren’t in the know! Located in the Normanou alleyway off Ermou Street, you’ll hesitatingly enter an antique furniture shop. Past the dusty tables and...
Read moreTake advantage of spring’s perfect conditions to start down a rejuvenating new wellness path. To get the (fitness) ball rolling, we propose some of Athens’ most inspiring open-air options for working up a sweat … No excuses! YOGA AT THE SNFCC PARK Yoga helps coordinate physical movement and mental processes through gentle practice...
Read moreSo, you’re on a runners’ high just ahead of the Athens Half-Marathon, and now have November’s Athens Marathon in your sights. Congratulations! The bad news is that you’ll need to train through the heat of summer, to make your mark on this gruelling course. But the good news is that with the exploding popularity of amateur running, you’re ...
Read moreWHAT: British comedian, actor, musician and presenter Bill Bailey comes to Athens for one night only as part of his “Larks in Transit” world tour. The versatile comedian has become widely known for his unrivaled talent not only in stand up but also on television in the hit shows “Never Mind the Buzzcocks”, “QI” and “Have I Got News for You”. At the...
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