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For locals and
savvy travelers
alike, Gialos within
the historic harbor
of Chora Mykonos
holds a special
neio in Gialos, a bastion of authenticity in allure. Known
an ever-evolving landscape. Here, Dimi- by insiders as a
cherished spot,
tris Bagkogia’s family serves up tradi- it's the perfect
tional island delicacies, steeped in Myco- destination for a
nian flavor and history. From homemade leisurely morning
sausage to freshly caught seafood, every stroll, where one
dish is a testament to Mykonos' culinary can relish the
invigorating sea
heritage. breeze. Here, local
Another cherished spot is Gialos, the farmers showcase
sandy beach within the old harbor of their bountiful
Chora Mykonos, a bustling hub of ac- produce, harvested
tivity where locals gather to exchange straight from
their fields each
greetings over morning coffee. Though morning, while
the landscape has evolved over the fishermen proudly
years, the spirit of the timeless tradi- present their catch
tion of farmers and fishermen who share of the day on
the bounty of the land and sea is totally gleaming marble
counters.
alive. It is here that Myconians exchange
their “kalimera” over a morning coffee.
Years ago, it was lined with traditional
‘kafeneia’, traditional coffee shops such
as Kioukas’, Paola’s, Nikitas’ and Kon-
tarinis’; however, over time it became a
tourist promenade, and though most of
them have been converted into contem-
porary coffee shops or stylish restau- PHOTO: GIANNIS DIMOTSIS
rants, Manto Mavrogenous’ bust keeps a
watchful eye on all the happenings from
the square bearing her name.•

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