Discover Thessaloniki through its cuizine and local culinary culture!

Join a lively small-group food tour experience and taste greek coffee, local pies, sweet & savory delicacies, and a shared meze meal!

Travel and Eat as a local !

How do families, couples, or groups of friends feel about this food tour ?

· having tasty memories and fun

· learning the history of local greek cuisine & heritage

· exploring culture through food

· being in a warm company

  • Olive oil tasting
  • Different olive varieties
  • Cheeses
  • Cured meat
  • Spices & Herbs
  • Cooked greek dishes
  • Best bougatsa pastry
  • Local sweets
  • Sips of greek wine 

(drink responsibly)

By coming in this active walking food tour, you’ll visit artisan eateries and specialty food stores that locals know, and sample delicious bites.

In a small-group with your local culinary guide, you will learn all about Thessaloniki’s food culture, expand your taste buds and savor different flavors while listening to how gastronomy is shaped by history!

Food is in the heart of greek culture! 

There is no better way to experience it than taking part in such an experience!

More than just a food tour and a meal !

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Highlights
  • 2 seating stops – brewed coffee to begin & cooked dishes to end
  • 6+ food spots – tastings of local cheese, cured meats, olives, olive oil, desserts, fragnant local spice blends, greek distilled drink etc
  • Small-group for a warm atmosphere
  • Traditional meze dishes at a local tavern
  • Hidden gems of Thessaloniki’s food market
  • Origins & stories behind each bite

Our culinary tour begins with an aromatic greek coffee and the classic Thessaloniki breakfast pastry: bugatsa.

First, we will get introduced to the local food scene and learn how its diverse cross-cultural background has influenced current flavors.

local tastes of Thessaloniki bugatsa

Then we will wander around the city’s food markets, delis and hidden gems and savor local products while meeting the people behind.

Tastings include olive varieties, olive oil tasting, a variety of cheeses and cold cuts, halva and spoon sweets like your grandma would make, fermented local bites, and of course greek spices and herbs!

local tastes of Thessaloniki

Finally, our small-group will enjoy tasty meze dishes like soutzoukakia meatballs, local pies etc, and have the chance to chat with a local !

local tastes

Wondering what to do in Thessaloniki while on a city break, a cruise stop, or travelling for gastronomy or cultural interests?

This tour is full of flavors, local culture & history and offers something to everyone

∼ Better rates for larger friend groups & families! ∼

Duration

3,5 h

Tour Size

3-12 pers.

Starting time

10:30, 13:00

or custom

Mon-Tues-Wed-Fri-Sat

Language

English

Meeting spot

Ladadika square

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Reviews from our clients

Hara was a very knowledgeable & patient guide and we had a lovely time. A particular highlight for us was the ‘cooks’ shop with its amazing herb & spice mixes for every occasion.
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Sheena
Witham UK
Enjoyed a lovely late morning tour with Hara. The pace was great. The food was delicious and she gave us suggestions for afterwards. I recommend this tour.
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Spenser
USA
We had a great time and learned a lot about Thessaloniki and the mix of culture and its expression in food. We definitely recommend giving it a go.
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William
Kentucky USA
Hara knows her stuff. The city, the peculiar details of the food we tasted, and why the food is as it is. Got to know things I did not know existed. I couldnt have dinner after the food tour, ate a lot and had fun. Definitely would recommend!
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Ali
Amsterdam NETHERLANDS
Hara’s tour was fantastic. She selected some specials spots in the markets and a fabulous restaurant where we tried tons of food. Highly recommend.
Stephen
Virginia USA
Group of 6, one of us Celiac (AKA \"gluten free\") hitting local food establishments - coffee/ pastry, olive, cured meats, natural foods like honey, herbs, and spices. Hara did a good job, very knowledgeable about the local scene, even personally attempting a gluten free bread for us. I would definitely do this tour again!
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Ken
California USA
This was a wonderful tasting experience. Hara is so knowledgable and friendly. We had a lovely time and would highly recommend.
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Isabel
London UK
The food tour was a great experience. our group ranged from 3 to 80 years old and Hara adapted to everyone. Gluten allergy was accommodated well. Very knowledgeable and connected food to the people and history of Thessaloniki to give us a better understanding of the area. Highly recommended.
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Tyler
Malawi AFRICA
Hara ist a great guide and such a warm person. She is really knowledgeable about the history and food of Thessaloniki. We really had the best greek food we ever tasted. I definitely recommend this experience.
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Karen
Oldenburg GERMANY
We had such a wonderful tour with Hara. Hara gave us a wide and varied experience, allowing us to savor all of our senses as she hand chose wonderful stops for delicious food and treats. I loved feeling the rhythm of the city, and learning about history and culture of Thessanoliki. Hara creates a fun and relaxing atmosphere, and she even gave us recommendations for restaurants for later in the day. An absolutely must-do tour. Highly recommended.
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Kathrin
USA
We had a most mémorable evening with Xana. She introduced us to the Lattica area of Thessolaniki. She showed cased foods from different areas of Greece visiting different artisan shops of unique cheeses, cold cuts, spices, olives, olive oils, honey & preserves. Most interestingly is how she closed the cultural gap allowing us interaction with shop keepers proud of their products. We felt truly pulled into the city life. We were no longer tourists observing from the outside.
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Sarah
Ontario CANADA
This was a charming and informative tour. Our guide was lovely, attentive, and very experienced. Most importantly, she personalized the experience and information around our interests. We take many food tours and this was one of the best. Highly recommended.
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Ryan
California USA
Hara gave us such a memorable few hours in the fabulous city of Thessaloniki, introducing us to artisan food producers and suppliers, each one passionate about their produce, but with no pressure to purchase. We discovered hidden parts of the city and tasted delicious food and drink. It was a thoughtfully curated tour, with personal touches and an opportunity to chat along the way. Thank you so much - we have many fond memories of our day.
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Maria
UK
Walking with Hara was simply amazing as she introduced us to the many tastes and flavors of Greece, while also answering many questions as to what life is like living in Greece! We did have some restrictions in our group of 6, which she navigated very respectfully. Best 4 hours in Thesseloniki!
Steve
Utah USA
Hera did an amazing job with the tour. It really felt like we were just meeting a friend who lives in Thessaloniki. The food was excellent and the Storytelling was top notch. She really knew the history of the city and was able to put all of the food on context. I also really appreciated at even when we were taken to shops to see the different kinds of wares and trying things there wasn’t any uncomfortable pressure to buy something from that store. Highly recommended!
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Tara
GERMANY

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