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Athens Vegan Food Tour

Omonoia square
Excellent

Duration

2,5 hours

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

8 people

Languages

English

Athens Vegan Food tour

 

Greekality’s Athens vegan food tour is undoubtedly the best choice for vegans visiting Athens who don’t want to miss out any of the local flavour! Part of our wider range of food tours in Athens

 

Overview of Athens Vegan Food tour

Vegans in Athens, you are in good hands! Together we will get to know our planet-friendly food choices in the city, championing the best local ingredients and flavours!

Greece is the epicentre of Mediterranean food and lifestyle. This is where the motto “You are what you eat” was born thousands of years ago. As a matter of fact the concept of avoiding meat and dairy products was actually invented in ancient Greece! Can you guess who could be the first vegan in Greece ? It’s Pythagoras! Being also a philosopher, he believed that killing animals for their meat brutalised the human soul. He was so strictly true to his ideas of not feeding on any animals, that since then the “Pythagorean” diet was referred to what we call today a vegan diet!

Explore a different side of Athens

Vegan restaurants in Athens spring up like mushrooms. In fact, according to Forbes, Athens is in the top 10 list of cities with the most vegan options worldwide. Your local guide will show you the best vegan spots of the city, offering you an excellent culinary experience during your stay in Athens.

Visit an alternative neighbourhood called Exarcheia favoured mostly by locals! There, you will find every street decorated with politically charged murals and many hidden bookstores selling rare vinyls and vintage guitars. Just off the centre of Athens, you will have the chance to support dedicated ambassadors of ethical eating in Greece and enjoy local recipes with a plant-based approach. If you’d like to pair this with a vegan wine tasting, we can also offer a tailor-made Athens Wine Tasting Experience.

Discover vegan restaurants in Athens

Start off with a refreshing juice or a nutritious smoothie in a colourful juice bar where their motto is “Pro healthy, pro vegan!”. Right on spot, you will be able to choose from a wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetables to add in the mix.

Following up, you will savour some popular Greek dishes such as “moussaka” in an extra tasteful vegan version with organic black beans and a béchamel sauce of coconut milk, as well as vegan “soutzoukakia”, some delicious eggplant balls flavoured with a mixture of spices.

Continue your adventure in the most well-known spot for souvlaki if you’re vegan in Athens! The very first vegan souvlaki joint in Athens, offers a handful of alternative gyro options (different types of marinated mushrooms with delicious sauces served with country-style fries) and one extra delicious option, the meat-free kebab made of lentils. You will also try their version of the vegan Dakos salad with traditional Cretan rusks, juicy tomato and almond vegan cheese.

Right across the street you will find yourselves in a small store with minimal decoration, but not minimal options. Here you will enjoy Greek doughnuts – one of the oldest desserts in the world- that we call loukoumades! Among the excellent vegan options “dulce de leche” and “hazelnut praline” stand out.

Interested in more options? Receive excellent tips by your local food expert of what to eat in Greece and where to enjoy nutritious meals during your stay in Athens. Find out all about the wholesome foods we cook in our Greek kitchens and how to recreate Greek vegan recipes back home.

 

Did you know? This tour is completely customisable to your taste buds; we can create a private food tour exclusively for you. Drop us a message. If you’d like even more experiences to choose between, take a look at the entire Greekality range of Athens food tours.


HIGHLIGHTS

  • Boost your energy and immune system with refreshing, vitamin-loaded drinks.
  • Enjoy traditional Greek dishes like moussaka and soutzoukakia with a vegan twist.
  • Taste our Greek street food, pita bread with delicious mushroom gyro.
  • Dig into vegan donuts, from an array of endless choices.
  • Visit an alternative neighbourhood of Athens, away from the crowds.
  • Get a map of Athens’ vegan and vegetarian eateries and recommended dishes to order.
  • Discover the benefits of Mediterranean diet, based on traditional Greek dietary habits.

Athens Vegan Food Tour Itinerary

Quench your thirst with an invigorating juice or herbal Greek tea.

Taste mushroom souvlaki wrap and crisp barley rusk-tomato salad with extra virgin olive oil.

Savour the plant-based versions of Greek classics like moussaka and soutzoukakia.

Please your taste buds with an assortment of vegan donut flavours.

Included/Excluded

  • Refreshing juices or herbal tea
  • Mushroom souvlaki wrap
  • Cretan tomato salad with vegan cheese
  • Classic Greek dishes like moussaka
  • Vegan donuts in endless choices
  • Tipping in Greece: It is not obligatory, but if you enjoyed your time with your guide, it is very much appreciated.

FAQs

How do you keep safe during COVID-19?
This is a small-group food tour to ensure social distancing and maximise safety. Hand sanitiser is available for our guests.
How much food is served on the food tour?
The amount of food is enough for light lunch.
How many people can join this tour?
There are limited seats of 8ppl for this semi-private, small-group tour. Make sure to book in advance. If your group is bigger, please contact info@greekality.com.
How long does the tour last?
This tour lasts approx. 2,5 h.
Do you offer any discounts and special prices?
There are special rates for children. If you are a group of more than 8 people, please contact info@greekality.com.
I am travelling solo. Can I join this food tour?
You are more than welcome! Contact info@greekality.com to find your perfect match.
What happens if the tour does not take place?
Departure is guaranteed, even with rain. Please dress according to the weather (umbrella, raincoat or hat/sunscreen). If there is a severe weather alert, we can reschedule your tour or cancel and give you full refund.
Can I book this food tour privately?
Want to be just you and your party? Send us a message: info@greekality.com.
Does this food tour promote sustainability?
We put our best efforts to: a. reduce the use of plastic (please bring your own water flask). b. not leave any food waste. We support exclusively local businesses.
Do I get a full refund if I cancel my booking?
Cancel up to 48 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. We do our best to be flexible with any change in your plans.
Is this food walk accessible to all people?
Please wear comfortable shoes. Our food walk passes by places that do not always allow easy access for wheelchairs, walkers or crutches. Please send us a message beforehand to advise about your particular situation.
Can you arrange a pick-up?
The meeting point for this tour is centrally located. If you think you’ll have trouble finding it, please ask us to give you instructions from your hotel or to arrange a transfer.
What happens if a date/time is already booked?
No worries. Contact info@greekality.com and we will find a way for you to join one of our food experiences.
Can people with dietary restrictions and allergies join the food tour?
Dietary restrictions do not stop us from having fun! Contact info@greekality.com to customise your food tour. Vegetarians can enjoy every food spot of the tour. There are vegetarian options available at all stops but not gluten-free/low carb options. There are options without nuts included in the tour. However, neither us nor our providers can take full responsibility for not including traces of nuts.

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adi simantov

17/04/2022

A vegan cooking Instructor

The vegan tour was excellent! Marina is well acquainted with all the secret places with the best food and desserts in town. She has a lot of knowledge about culinary, culture and history and she enjoys sharing it with us. The tour with Marina and getting to know all the new places was the best experience we had in Athens.
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