Food of the Gods | A Private 3.5 hour Culinary Walk for Families in Naxos Town

• Duration

  3.5 hours

• Theme

  • Food & Cooking
  • Walking tours

• Group Type

  • Private

Did you know that Naxian cuisine and ingredients are related to Greek Mythology? In this one-of-a-kind mythology food tour, your family will not only explore the historic landmarks of Naxos, but also their relationship to the local Naxian flavor palette. Children are bound to be intrigued, as our talented guides bring history to life with their magical storytelling.

During this culinary tour, you will journey through the major landmarks of Chora (the main town) such as the Temple of Apollo (Portara), the famous marbled Naxian Sphinx, an offering from the people of Naxos, and the Venetian Castle.

Peppering the way will be a selection of exciting stops, such as a traditional bakaliko (local mini-market), a tiradiko (cheese shop), and a local bakery. Traditional Greek desserts and beverages will also be provided at a particularly picturesque cafe stop. Look forward to becoming acquainted with the local cuisine by sampling plenty of tasty locally produced delicacies.

You can choose to do this walk in either the morning or evening (there are different stops depending on the time of the day).

Morning Itinerary

• Begin from the “Portara” – Apollo’s Temple
• Stroll the Venetian Castle area passing by vibrant fruit stands
• Bathroom break for orange cake and refreshments
• Stop at a cheese shop, local mini-market and a bakery
• End the tour at a taverna by Naxos port for a light meze meal

Sunset Evening Itinerary

• Begin from the Sphinx Statue at Naxos Town Hall
• Stop at a cheese shop, local mini-market and a bakery
• Bathroom break for orange cake and refreshments
• Stroll the backstreets of the Venetian Castle area
• Enjoy a light meze meal at a quaint restaurant in the Old Town
• End the tour at the “Portara”, Apollo’s Temple, and enjoy the sunset