Ancient Flavors Food-Tasting Walk

1/2 day
Athens
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Get an authentic taste of ancient Greek gastronomy

Food & Drink
Shopping
Folklore

Get an authentic taste of ancient Greece in this special food walk that will travel you in the gastronomical wisdom of the ancient Greeks through flavors that have survived over thousands of years.

The ancient Greek nutrition was characterized by its balance, as it included a rich variety of grains, fruits, vegetables and meats. Try our unique food walk and explore the streets of Athens while tasting appetizing treats that ancient Greeks used to enjoy.

Highlights

Enjoy a private walking experience to the city’s most authentic neighborhoods
Visit the city’s central food market
Discover unique specialty food stores
Gain an insight into ancient Greek gastronomy
Taste unique flavors that survive since antiquity

Please note that all our tours are Private, thus some of them are directly bookable for later dates because they are subject to availability. If you wish to book a tour at an earlier date please use the “send inquiry” form.

Inclusions
A 4-hour private walk including:

Hotel pick-up (for hotels within walking-distance from the tour’s location)
Sampling of local beverages and delicacies
Private services of a food wise guide
All taxes

Exclusions

Visit, guided tour and entry fees to any archaeological site
Hotel drop-off
Personal expenses

In the company of your specialized food-wise “Insider” guide, you will learn about the ancient Greek nutrition standards and the social and philosophical ideas that underlined them. A culinary walk would not be complete without a visit to the city’s vibrant central food market where local vendors exhibit their products from across the country.

Notes & Clarifications

Prices vary according to group size
Should you want to change your private itinerary, please do not hesitate to contact us through the inquiry form
Please inform us about special dietary requirements and food allergies
Since this is a walking tour you will need to be wearing comfortable shoes, a hat and sun-block. Don’t forget to bring a water bottle and lots of energy!
Please note that on Sundays and on Public Holidays some elements of the tour might be unavailable (i.e. the central food market)

What makes us different?

We offer only private tours. No mixed groups
We are absolutely flexible. Our tours can be customized to your wishes
Special requests are always welcome. We love to tailor holidays
All of our tours are designed and operated by our company
Our “Insiders” guides are thoroughly selected and trained, each one of them expert in his field
We always select the most suitable state-licensed “Insider” guide who matches your profile and interests

Ancient Greek flavors

Food tour and cooking class

We had a wonderful day touring the food market with George and learning about the selection process for meats and fishes. We followed the tour with a hands on cooking experience in a private home [...]