Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
( 210 322 2711;
www.xilouris.gr
; Arcade, Panepistimiou 39, Panepistimio; Syntagma)
This
music treasure trove is run by the family of Cretan legend Nikos Xylouris. They can
guide you through the comprehensive range of Greek music, including select and rare re-
cordings. Also has a branch at the Museum of Greek Popular Instruments (
Click here
)
.
Apivita
BEAUTY
( 210 364 0760;
www.apivita.com
; Solonos 26, Kolonaki; Syntagma)
Apivita's flagship
store has the full range of its excellent natural beauty products and an express spa down-
stairs for pampering on the run.
To Pantopoleion
FOOD & DRINK
( 210 323 4612; Sofokleous 1, Omonia; Panepistimio)
Expansive store selling traditional
food products from all over Greece, from Santorini capers to boutique olive oils, Cretan
rusks, jars of goodies for edible souvenirs and Greek wines and spirits.
Ekavi
GAMES
( 210 323 7740;
www.manopoulos.com
; Mitropoleos 36, Syntagma; Syntagma)
If you're
hooked on the local sport, there's a huge selection of backgammon boards, as well as
great chess pieces depicting the battles of Troy etc.
Aristokratikon
FOOD
( 210 322 0546;
www.aristokratikon.com
; Voulis 7, Syntagma; Syntagma)
Chocaholics will
be thrilled by the dazzling array of handmade chocolates at this tiny store.
Amorgos
HANDICRAFTS
( 210 324 3836;
www.amorgosart.gr
;
Kodrou 3, Plaka; Syntagma)
Charming store
crammed with Greek folk art, trinkets, ceramics, embroidery and woodcarved furniture
made by the owner.
Parthenis
CLOTHING
