Eating habits are a conscious choice, affecting not only the individual organism, but also the entire ecosystem of which we are an integral part. From the dawn of the new millennium, the massive turn to veganism, either out of moral necessity or as an effort for a healthier way of life, is inextricably linked to modern culture.
Lack of sufficient knowledge often raises doubts about anything new and out of the ordinary, depriving us of the opportunity for new experiences that can improve our way of life.
For all of you who would like to discover in the best way, what veganism is and also for those who are already initiated and wish to explore the vegan side of Athens, we present you our options.
01 / Nudie Foodie Psyrri
In October 2020, in Psyrri, a magical place was born, one of those that catch your attention effortlessly, with their beautiful colors and their unpretentious elegance, a small shop, with huge dynamics in terms of its small tasty wonders, and a positive beacon in the nutritional value it offers. Nudie Foodie adds to the equation of deliciousness the factor of health, completely removing gluten, in a special way chef Eva Kontaki has skillfully mastered, “stripping” the food of everything harmful, as each of its creations is based on fresh ingredients and without any preservatives. Nudie Foodie is dedicated gluten free, as everything prepared here, receives such careful management, so that there is not the slightest risk of gluten contamination in any raw material. Eva is a cook of the World, without a doubt. Starting her own personal path from Melbourne, where she studied commercial cooking, she devoted herself to vegan / vegetarian cuisine and mainly to creating gluten-free dishes, using fresh ingredients, carefully selected with superfoods from around the world, which she magically transforms into dishes beneficial to the body, which win you over in taste and appearance. In every dish or drink, you will find – in addition to its nutritional value and beneficial properties – all the love and care that Eva puts into them, and this is exactly the key to success that wins you over without any doubt. Read More
02 / W Karytsi
W Karytsi, opened last June in a very characteristic and for many full of memories corner of Karytsi Square, destined to carve its own history with its exceptional flavors and its overall eco friendly attitude. A space that immediately conveys calm, with simple lines and an energy that immediately wins you over without much fuss. After all, to create a beautiful atmosphere that will surround your guests, you do not need much, but good and positive energy. Both have a large amount of Abyssa Tzerefou, which is behind the concept, but also behind the excellent menu. With her magical hands and armed with her love for all animals, she cooks wonderful dishes every day based on the Greek gastronomic tradition, using only plant ingredients and some cheese recipes. The menu is designed in such a way that even if you are not VV, you overcome any possible hesitation and reservation and enjoy something really tasty, realizing that meat may not be so necessary in the end. Juicy kale stuffed with lots of fresh vegetables and herbs and pasticcio with minced soy and vegetable béchamel excite with their smell and rich taste and cause cute exclamations of enjoyment even to the most meat fanatics, who finally admit that they do not understand the difference. Read More
03 / Plant Kingdom
Esco from Finland, freelance chef in yoga retreats, raw food artist and vegan chef and George, founder of TriopetraYoga Retreat Soul Kitchen, Organic Plant Based Restaurant in Crete, joined forces two years ago, creating the Plant Kingdom in one one of the most beautiful neighborhoods of Athens, Paleo Faliro. Their manifesto: to take care of their fellow human beings, offering them holistic vegetarian proposals for a balanced diet, health and well-being, from the inside out, using superfoods and raw materials characterized by locality and naturalness, compatible with Greek DNA and therefore more digestible and compatible with the body. As the approach to food quality changes worldwide, Plant Kingdom is here to offer you pluralistic, sought-after flavors based on natural ingredients with no trace of processing. The phytonutrients found in raw fruits and vegetables are what provide us with all the antioxidants and anti-inflammatory ingredients that shield our body and that is why they are the protagonists in the imaginative, full of flavors, smells and colors of dishes. Read More
04 / Mama Tierra
Mama Tierra’s philosophy (meaning “mama earth” in Spanish), is that tasty, healthy and quality cuisine should be accessible to all – so offer it generously in well-priced dishes that have the “familiarity” of food culture us (eat vegan moussaka with coconut milk béchamel or eggplant soutzoukaki with homemade tomato sauce and you will remember me!) but also in suggestions that reinvent the classic gastronomy and triumph. The wide variety of nutritious and delicious meals that one can get from a vegetarian and vegan cuisine is really amazing. Chef Polash Alam looks back on memories, experiences and flavors from every corner of the globe to create healthy choices that will be unforgettable. Traditional Indian dishes, such as vegetable crust (various vegetables mixed with homemade curry sauce and coconut milk) and dal (yellow and red lentils, cooked in a homemade spice-spice mix) are options that will be tasted first by the eye, then the nose and finally the palate. . Burger with a burger made from a mixture of fresh champignon mushrooms, ribs, spices and organic oats, in whole grain bread, with vegetable cheese, tomato, caramelized onion, lettuce and vegan homemade mayonnaise – if you are an initiate you understand everything, if again they sound “foreign” to you, I will tell you one thing: try it and you will not be dissapointed. Mama Tierra’s inspirational dishes come with refreshing salads, delicious appetizers, soups, juices, smoothies and pastries for a complete vegan culinary experience. Read More