Tag: thessaloniki
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2nd Thessaloniki Rice Festival
It is September and one of the city’s favorite new autumn traditions is officially back! Following the success of its debut last year, the EU Rice Festival is back for the second year, and the energy is absolutely incredible. This year, the festival is taking things to the next level. The location changes to Alexander…
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Eat and Walk with Smaragda: Join a Culinary Journey Through Thessaloniki’s Soul
Spring is officially here, the sun is gently warming the cobblestone streets of Thessaloniki, and the scent of fresh pastries and wild herbs is filling the morning air. If you ask me, there is only one true way to experience the gastronomic capital of Greece: you have to lace up your walking shoes, open your…
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Dagara: Authentic Taste Near the Rotunda
December in Thessaloniki carries a unique energy, especially around the historic Rotunda district. When the winter chill sets in, the streets around Olympou fill with a vibrant, youthful crowd looking for warm, welcoming spaces that offer great food without the pretension. If you want to experience an honest, unpretentious dining spot that captures the true…
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Wild Souls at Agora Modiano: A Healthy Oasis in the Heart of the City
Summer is officially heating up, and Thessaloniki is buzzing with travelers from all over the world. While the historic Agora Modiano has been open for a few months now, finding its place in the modern city, there is one specific corner that has been a beacon of pure, conscious eating from the very beginning. If…
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The Grand Return of Agora Modiano: A Historic Landmark Reimagined
After years of waiting, endless construction scaffolding, and anticipation that held the entire city in suspense, the moment has finally arrived! It is December 2022, and the historic Agora Modiano has officially reopened its grand iron doors to the public. For nearly a century, this covered market, designed by Eli Modiano in the 1920s, was…
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Nectar Distillery: The Best View and Coolest Vibe in Town
August is still here and let’s be honest—August afternoons in the city center call for one specific thing: a ice-cold drink, a fresh breeze, and a place to completely unwind after a long day at the office. Today, my favorite after-work chill-out spot is taking center stage, and it is easily one of the most…
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Room with a View: The Ultimate Festive Sunset Spot Over Aristotelous Square
It is December and Christmas magic has officially arrived in Thessaloniki! Tonight, as the afternoon fades, I am taking you to a legendary local favorite that lives up to its name every single time: Room with a View (Domatio me Thea). Perched high on the 5th floor of the historic Olympion building right on Aristotelous…
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Lights, Camera, Thessaloniki: Inside the Milestone 60th International Film Festival
November is here and a unique, electric energy has completely taken over Thessaloniki. The city’s absolute favorite autumn ritual is officially underway: the Thessaloniki International Film Festival is celebrating its milestone 60th anniversary, and the atmosphere is simply magical. For the next ten days, the heart of the city beats inside the historic cinema halls.…
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Cine Natali: The Classic Open-Air Cinema Experience
June is finally here, and summer in Thessaloniki has officially begun. If you want to experience the city like a true local during these warm June nights, there is only one place to be: Cine Natali. This historic open-air cinema (therino sinema), located right on Megalou Alexandrou Avenue, offers an authentic, nostalgic experience that captures…
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Mamalouka: Elevating my Office Lunch Break in Ionos Dragoumi
February in the city often means fast-paced workdays, cold mornings, and a tendency to rush through our daily routines. But today, a simple Friday lunch break with my Koumbara, turned into an absolute revelation. We decided to visit Mamalouka, a newly transformed, massive space located just a stone’s throw from my workplace, right where the…
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