Athens Insider Summer 2022

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Raphaela Simon at Michael Werner

What: The Michael Werner Gallery in Athens will host a dynamic array of exhibitions, featuring works from both established artists in its program and secondary market pieces by artists not permanently represented. One of the standout shows is Raphaela Simon’s solo exhibition The Thief. Simon’s painting process is an act of surrender—allowing her wo...

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Merci, Chef!

Merci Chef! A Rich Week of French Gastronomy in Athens and Beyond  What: From March 16-21, 2025, French and Greek chefs will unite for an exciting week of culinary delights. It kicks off at the Varvakeios Market with oysters, bouillabaisse, and macarons. With a focus on sustainability, it’s a celebration of French and Greek food traditions that’...

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Art, Bites & Beats: Via Maris Launches a Monthly Creative Gathering

What: Starting March 5th, Via Maris kicks off a vibrant new tradition—an art-infused evening on the first Wednesday of each month. Each edition will spotlight a different artist, whose work will be printed live and offered to guests, while the menu transforms into a pinchos-only experience, setting the stage for a laid-back, social atmosphere. For...

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Why do Greeks fly kites on Clean Monday?

Every year on Clean Monday, Greeks young and old can be seen in any available patch of green indulging in the traditional beginning-of-Lent activities of kite-flying and picnicking. Setting a kite in the air – and then releasing it – is said to symbolise the freeing of the body from sin, or the passing of the human soul to Heaven and God. [galle...

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