Three Athenians have fun mapping out under-the-radar sites and sights of their beloved city. This is the first in a series of excerpts from 111 Places In Athens That You Shouldn’t Miss, an offbeat guide to the Big Olive by Alexia Amvrazi, Diana Farr Louis and Diane Shugart. For almost a century this warehouse-like shop has sol...
Read morePapillon Bistrot, the new all-day bar & restaurant in Psychiko, magnificently channels the heady jazz-bistro culture of Paris and New York from yesteryear. Reflecting aesthetic sensibilities from the Belle Epoque to the Jazz Age, Papillion is the perfect stage for decadent unrushed meals and a spot of nostalgia. With high ...
Read moreWhat better setting to show gratitude and appreciation for the little pleasures in life than at the GB Roof Garden with the Acropolis in full view and the bustling city below. Celebrate Thanksgiving in true American style with a cornucopia of seasonal vegetables and a festive menu rich in flavours and textures. Executive Che...
Read moreWHAT: Every parent wants to show their children the wonders that the world has to offer. If you haven’t got the time, funds or patience for it this weekend just take them to Switzerland! KinderDocs, the International Film Festival for children at the Benaki Museum, will screen the documentary film “Children of the Universe” and magically provide as...
Read moreWHAT: American singer Eleanor Friedberger brings her newest album, “Rebound”, to the city it was inspired by. Friedberger writes a melodious and introspective narrative set in post-crisis Greece. Each song radiates rebirth, humanity, and dance-worthy beats. Friedberger has toured extensively and released four albums thus far. Her album performance ...
Read moreWHAT: Who would have thought sweat could be fashionable? Onassis Foundation art resident Alice Potts figured it out. In her interactive exhibition ‘SWEAT ATHENS’ participants are encouraged to use an available dance floor and gym to work up a sweat, which Potts has managed to turn into crystal embellishments. These crystals decorate clothing, balle...
Read moreWHAT: This award winning drama casts royals into a shockingly human light and portrays the descent of King George III into lunacy, provoking scandal, deceit and chaos. The live screening of this new production features Oliver Award-winners Mark Gatiss and Adrian Scarborough and will have English language subtitles. An escape into 18th century monar...
Read moreWHAT: Beloved musician Madeleine Peyroux returns to Athens to perform her latest album “Anthem”. Since the age of 15 in her native Paris Peyroux has been acclaimed for her soulful Billy Holliday-esque voice and skillful blend of jazz and blues. The artist will perform original songs from her new album as well as covers that celebrate the coming hol...
Read moreby Emily Howard Your body will probably be aching after the weekend’s marathon. Maybe it’s the just-ran-26-miles type of fatigue, or maybe it’s the just-stood-up-for-way-too-long type. Regardless, Insider has the scoop on the best new Netflix shows coming soon that will set you on the road to recovery and maybe even get you hooked on y...
Read moreWHAT: Old Machine Theater presents its world premiere of the Canadian play “Tangled Garden”. Bruce Gooch and Lynn Vogt play two loners that together embark on a journey defined by luck, love, humor, and lessons learned when two humans attempt to understand one another. Take advantage of this English language piece of theater and enjoy a candid and ...
Read moreWHAT: “My mouth is full of decayed teeth and my soul of decayed ambitions,” James Joyce once wrote. For a journey into those decayed ambitions visit the exhibition on the great writer’s life, supported by the Athens 2018 World Book Capital. The official opening ceremony takes place tomorrow and will include a discussion on the life and works of Jam...
Read moreInsider breaks down the world’s most famous foot race in Athens … 2.12.16 The time to beat in Athens in 2018 17 The number of elite athletes from Kenya, Ethiopia and Uganda (of which 5 are women) 55,000 is the total number of participants registered for this year’s race. 18,500 is the number of marathoners registered fo...
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