Thessaloniki: Walking Talking Food

Discover the unknown hot spots of Greek cuisine and treat your self with this special experience in the city. Learn the history of the open markets and the famous – traditional Greek taverns, taste a variety of heavenly culinary treasures while walking with a professional in Greek cuisine.

You will get the chance to try some of the most famous Greek delicates:
1) Greek Coffee
2) Mpougatsa
3) Spinach Pie
4) Greek traditional deserts
5) Koulouri (the Greek bagel)
6) Greek Souvlaki
7) Greek Olives

Itinerary
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Stop At: The Kapani (Vlali) Market, Thessaloniki Greece

Perhaps one of the most authentic experiences any food lover could get in Thessaloniki is visiting the city’s historic open markets. The atmosphere, the people and the local delicacies will reward you!


Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Modiano Market, Vasileos Irakleiou 33, Thessaloniki 54624 Greece

Modiano is one of the most traditional markets of Thessaloniki. It is located in the heart of the city and it has been part of the Thessalonians’ life for about 80 years.
Its construction started in 1922 and finished in 1930 by architect Eli Modiano.

Coming from a renowned Jewish (Sephardic) family of Thessaloniki, Eli was the son of the banker Jacob (Yako) Modiano. He studied architecture in Paris, France and returned to Thessaloniki where he created some of the city’s most important buildings, including the Modiano Market.

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Athonos, Thessaloniki 546 33, Greece

Full of life, throughout the day, Athonos Square in the centre of the city is a place loved by, both Thessalonians and tourists alike. Here, food and nutrition plays the leading part. You’ll find spices, all types of tea, nuts, vegetables and fruits, fish, delicatessen products, as well as small boutiques with clothes, handmade accessories, and decoration items. Moreover, your attention will be instantly drawn to the smells of the delicious foods of the Square’s traditional taverns! You can enjoy them both at lunchtime and evening, accompanied occasionally by live greek music. Additionally, in case you want to get acquainted with the traditional side of Athonos Square, visit the picturesque small shops selling handmade wickerwork and small wooden furniture, made by the last remaining skilled craftsmen.

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Λουλουδάδικα, Θεσσαλονίκη 546 24, Greece

Louloudadika is a small area of the historic city center including the streets of Komninon, Frangon and Vas. Herakliou, which takes its name from the old outdoor florists that were there. Unfortunately only 4 continue to run today.In the ’50s there were 11 shops selling all sorts of flowers and their fame reached to the provincial cities.

Duration: 25 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Please notice that extra charges may apply per person or in total of the group for pick-ups from hotels- villas- airbnb outside the proximity of our tour selected pick route. In that case we can provide round trip transfer for customer(s) convenience ad-hoc quoted as per location of customer(s)' property."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 11:30 AM
Duration: 2 Hours
Start location: White Tower of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki 546 21, Greece

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Greek and English- speaking Guide
• Traditional Greek coffee
• All Taxes
• Food Tasting

Not Included

• The cost of the lunch after the tour
• Tips

Facilities