About
Anastasia Vasileiou, Director
Who we are
The Greek Gourmet designs and curates bespoke walking tour experiences for travellers who wish to discover Greece via its culture, origins, traditions, myths, gastronomy and much more.
We are the Greek Gourmet Tours because all of our tours and workshops include a curated culinary experience!!!
Flavours, Untold stories, Authentic smiles and people passionate about archaeology, history and great food.
These are the key factors that led us to creating the Greek Gourmet, a unique walking & touring adventure club headquartered predominantly in Athens and Crete and opening gradually branches in other destinations throughout Greece.
Let us immerse you into a world of exclusive experiences, anecdote stories, ritual retreats, charming food & wine venues and most of all the Ancient Greek soul and spirit.
Responsible Travel
We at the Greek Gourmet Tours are committed to travelling in a way that is respectful of local people, their culture, local economies and the environment. It's important to remember that what may be acceptable behaviour, dress and language in your own country, may not be appropriate in another. Please keep this in mind while travelling.
Sustainable Tourism
During our multi-day tours we stay in locally run accommodation including guesthouses, smaller-scale hotels and homestays in an effort to support the local economies.
We also visit locally-run restaurants and markets where travellers will have opportunities to support local businesses and purchase handicrafts created by local artisans.
Meet our Tour Specialists
Anastasia
The Greek Gourmet Tours was created with a vision and a promise.
Anastasia, the soul and spirit of The Greek Gourmet Tours wanted to offer her guests the opportunity to enjoy a taste of real life Greece. She personally curates most of her half day walking food tours in Athens on a private or semi-private basis in an alternative uncrowded, non touristy and authentic exploration.
Marilena
The Greek Gourmet Tours is really proud to introduce Marilena as a wine expert and foodie in their Crete tours. With a wine business degree and a WSET certification from the Plumpton University Marilena is the young and shiny face that has a lot to offer. A calming personality, in depth knowledge of some unique wineries in Greece and loads of stories about good wine!
Melina
Melina is an archaeologist with vast experience in Greece's sites and heritage. Early in her career she discover her passion in travel and decided to combine her two big loves, the archaeology on one hand and travel on the other by becoming a fully licensed tourist guide. She has been a precious gem during all these years guiding many discerned guests and offering memorable touring experiences.