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Settled in Athens since 1987, the MICHELIN Guide unveiled today its new selection for the Greek capital city, with new MICHELIN Stars, both green and culinary, as well as new gems for gourmets to discover.
“As the cradle of Western civilization, Athens is experiencing a full-fledged gastronomic renaissance thanks to talented chefs who are coming to the capital to launch their restaurant. Some of them are from the Greek islands and have a thirst for revival in Athens, while others are going back to their roots after experiencing Northern Europe, but all of them are passionate professionals who have it at heart to shine a light on the City of the Violet Crown‘s culinary scene.” says Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guides. “Simultaneously, these chefs are increasingly aware of food sustainability, and highlight the importance of sourcing local products, sometimes from their own garden and their own production.”
The 2022 selection for the Athens MICHELIN Guide sees one restaurant receiving Two MICHELIN Stars as well as a Green Star:
Delta stands out with its breathtaking avant-garde esthetics, at the heart of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center. Chefs George Papazacharias and Thanos Feskos, who both boast experience in Northern countries, offer gastronomic suggestions that combine Scandinavian concepts and culinary techniques with local products, with the common theme being environmental sustainability.
Two new restaurants have received One MICHELIN Star:
Soil, which is located in the Pangrati district and offers a charming terrace, harbors the cuisine of Chefs Tasos Mantis and Alexandros Mouridis. The name “Soil” is a clear indication of the philosophy behind the establishment, which aims to be close to its territory, mindful of food sustainability and a fervent supporter of the “Farm to table” approach; so it comes as no surprise that they produce their own vegetables in their Alepochori vegetable garden, and that the restaurant has also received a MICHELIN Green Star.
The Zillers is without a doubt a highly unique restaurant, since it is located on the rooftop of the Zillers Boutique Hotel, meaning guests can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Acropolis and the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Annunciation. With its flexible offer, one can enjoy a light, casual lunch or a full-fledged gastronomic dinner from Chef Pavlos Kiriakis, who gives his own take on local traditions with creative tasting menus.
Restaurants Botrini's, CTC, Hytra, Pelagos and Varoulko Seaside, which had all already received a MICHELIN Star last year, have reaffirmed their level of gastronomy and retain the honor this year, along with Bib Gourmand recipients Cerdo Negro 1985, Nolan and Oikeîo, of which we once again acknowledge the focus on good value for money.
4 restaurants are making an entrance in the 2022 selection of the Athens MICHELIN Guide.
The 2022 selection of the Athens MICHELIN Guide at a glance:
The full selection of the MICHELIN Guide Athens 2022 is available free of charge on the MICHELIN Guide website and app. The restaurants join the MICHELIN Guide selection of hotels, which features the most unique and exciting places to stay in Athens and throughout the world.
Every hotel in the Guide is chosen for its extraordinary style, service, and personality — with options for all budgets — and each hotel can be booked directly through the MICHELIN Guide website and app. The selection for Athens currently features the city's most spectacular hotels, including sustainability pioneers like the Modernist, standouts from our “Plus” collection like the New Hotel and the Gatsby, and high-fashion boutiques like A77 Suites.
The MICHELIN Guide is a benchmark in gastronomy. Now it’s setting a new standard for hotels. Visit the MICHELIN Guide website, or download the free app for iOS and Android, to discover every restaurant in the selection and book an unforgettable hotel.
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