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Achilles street artist in Athens
Greece

4 Street Artists in Athens you should know about!

Growing up in the late 80s and the 90s I was accustomed to see lots of ugly graffiti in the streets and walls. This sort of graffiti still exists, but within the last 10-15 years talented street artists emerged in Athens. The first one I noticed was Yiakou, who at created ethereal and powerful female figures. Unfortunately some of my favorite creations were covered up by posters or painted and became store window displays. Last year I noticed his new creations: pinkish deer that sprung out of fairy tales (the photos featured in this post).You can find some of Yiakou’s…

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New York Sandwiches
Food & Drink

(Epic) Brunch at New York Sandwiches

Update 11/2022: The restaurant in Syntagma is now closed. You will find New York Sandwiches on Sinopis 3, Ambelokipi. I came across New York Sandwiches as I was leaving work one day. You see they recently opened a new branch close to Syntagma square in downtown Athens. New York Sandwiches serve burgers and bagels during the week and brunch on weekends! The place is minimal in white, beige and blue tones. One of the walls features a drawing of Daniel Day Lewis in Gangs of New York, while the other features, cozy little booths ideal for couples! And now I’m…

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Noel, the holiday bar, Athens
Food & Drink

Brunch at Noel the Holiday Bar, Athens

Welcome to a place where it’s Christmas every day! Located in an arcade in downtown Athens, Noel’s decoration is based on rich burgundy and green colors. I came across this café/bar in the summer, but I decided to visit a little bit later when the weather would be colder and I admit that my decision was right for two reasons: a) indeed Noel exudes warmth and coziness ideal for the colder months b) from early fall Noel introduced a brunch menu (available everyday) as I was tipped off by Markella from Do you Speak Gossip. The brunch menu includes: eggs Benedict,…

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Greece

5 Greece city breaks suggestions

Spring is an ideal season for weekend breaks in Greece. The days are longer, the weather is mild, and the trees are blooming. Bonus: the cities are not crowded with tourists. That means you will find better accommodation deals! Today I’ve rounded up 5 Greek cities ideal for a weekend escape. I have rounded up tips on what to do once you get there (visit, walk, shop and eat)! Athens Well, a proper city break guide for Greece should start with the capital right? (*cough, cough*), which happens to be my hometown as well! Visit: The Acropolis as well as…

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