Go Local - Traditional Sunday Lunch On The Athenian Riviera

Observe how a whole lamb is roasted on a spit, along with several side dishes, before enjoying this classic meal that has become synonymous with Greece. Your culinary experience will take place in Kalyvia, an inland village where many Athenians spend the weekend taking in the natural beauty. Begin the day with a scenic drive along the Athenian Riviera to the fashionable suburb of Glyfada, where you will enjoy a traditional Greek frappé coffee while watching daily life unfold in one of Athens' most vibrant seaside districts. Continue to the village of Kalyvia, a popular weekend dining destination for Athenians. Here, you learn about the traditional preparation of a Greek Easter-style feast. The preparation will be explained in detail, including the roasting of lamb on a spit, the traditional meze kokkoretsi, tzatziki, and Greek salad. Should kitchen operations permit, guests may have the opportunity to observe portions of the preparation more closely. Once the presentation is complete, you will enjoy a traditional lunch featuring local specialties, accompanied by wine. Following lunch, continue to picturesque Lake Vouliagmeni, a unique geological phenomenon fed by underground thermal springs and seawater. Enjoy a refreshing beverage while taking in the natural surroundings before returning to the port.

HIGHLIGHTS:
• Learn about the traditional preparation of lamb on a spit and other Greek specialties.
• Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch accompanied by wine.
• Stop to enjoy a frappé coffee in Glyfada along the Athenian Riviera.
• Visit Lake Vouliagmeni and enjoy a beverage before returning to the ship.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.