Where To Find The Tastiest Melomakarona In Athens
- by XpatAthens
- Wednesday, 18 December 2024
Christmas is in the air, and Christmas in Greece can only mean one thing: food, food, and more food! A country so rich in culinary traditions could not help but have its fair share of Christmas treats and delicacies. The most popular ones? Melomakarona, of course!
If you love melomakarona, but baking is not your thing, and you prefer to buy them, we've got you covered! Here is a list of our favorite dessert shops and bakeries in Athens, offering delicious melomakarona that even a true food connoisseur will fall in love with!
Afoi Asimakopouloi
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Asimakopoulos is a landmark pastry shop in Athens that has survived for over 100 years thanks to the quality of its ingredients and respect for authentic flavors. Since it first opened in 1915, it has been offering mouth-watering pastries, cookies, and cakes, as well as savory pies for those who don’t have much of a sweet tooth. Melomakarona promise to take us on a culinary journey to the flavors that defined our childhood. This holiday season, don’t miss their Melomakarono Isli—a stuffed melomakarono filled with walnuts and sprinkled with Aegina pistachios. It’s a modern twist on a beloved classic!
Location: Char. Trikoupi 82, Athina
Telephone: 210 3610092
Remoundos Bakery
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Probably the oldest bakery in the Kypseli area, Remoundos offers a variety of baked goods, including bread, buns, breadsticks, and pies. Its cheese pie and jam tart (pasta flora), in particular, are outstanding. But the melomakarona don’t disappoint either. Crunchy and juicy at the same time, with a strong orange aroma, they hold a special place in our hearts!
Location: Kipselis 37, Athina
Telephone: 210 8215808
Konstantinidis
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Yellow flour, freshly ground cinnamon and nutmeg meet fresh orange juice and excellent quality oil, combined with thyme honey, and roasted walnuts. The recipe? Simple. The result? Exceptional! If you happen to be there, make sure to try the millefeuille. It’s one of Konstantinidis’ specialties, and they will prepare it right in front of you! A profiterole is also a great option.
Location: Syngrou 98, Athina
Telephone: 210 7711744
Ta Gioulia
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This historic pastry shop in Nea Ionia, carries a legacy of authentic flavors inspired by its founder's Asia Minor roots. Their honey-soaked delights are stuffed with whole walnuts and are made to perfection with a unique syruping method. Made with honey from Agrinio, the melomakarona strike the perfect balance of juiciness without being overly dense, making them a standout choice for the holiday season.
Location: Alekou Panagouli 74, Nea Ionia
Telephone: 210 2798351
Gellisimo Biscoto
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Gellisimo Biscoto
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We’ve saved the best for last! While Gellissimo may not be the place to find traditional melomakarona, it’s where you’ll discover an exciting twist on the holiday classic. Treat yourself to their Melomakarono Praline, served with your choice of vanilla, Nutella, or—for the more adventurous—Melomakarona ice cream. It’s a modern and delicious way to enjoy the festive season.
Location: Astiggos 11, Athina
Telephone: 210 3231329