Diagonios 1977 ★ 4.2
Since 1977, Diagonios has stood on the Egnatia corner and produced what many locals regard as the city's most reliable souvlaki and gyros. Located in Centre.
OrderSouvlaki pita, Gyros pita
Lamb or pork offal (heart, liver, sweetbreads, lungs) wrapped in intestine and slow-roasted on a spit until the exterior is crisp and the interior is tender.
Kokoretsi is the Easter ritual spit of the Greek countryside, present in some form in every Balkan food culture under different names. The Thessaloniki version uses lamb and pork offal mixed, rather than lamb-only. The city eats it year-round at dedicated grill restaurants rather than only at Easter.
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Xanthopoulos ★ 4.0
A Thessaloniki institution for grilled meats, Xanthopoulos on Ippokratous has been turning out pork chops, kokoretsi, and lamb skewers since the 1960s.
Learn to cook it, or eat it with a guide
Kokoretsi makes more sense with someone from Thessaloniki explaining it. These are the classes and tours we have checked, with booking links.
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Guided tour · 3 hours
Thessaloniki Food Walking Tour : Smell, taste and feel
Discover the flavors of Thessaloniki on a guided food tour. Taste local delicacies, sip on ouzo or wine, and learn about the culinary history of the area.
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1 day
Cooking classes for Foodies, Discover Greek cuisine.
“Cooking classes for Foodies” are the best way to experience the Greek culinary treasures and learn about the local culture. A seminar from an approved culinary school.
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2 - 3.5 hours
Thessaloniki: Authentic Greek Cooking Class
Learn to make authentic Greek dishes in a hands-on cooking class in Thessaloniki. Prepare dishes like dolmadakia, Greek salad, and moussaka, then enjoy your creations ...
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