What to do and see in Apollonia, Greece: The Best Places and Tips

Sifnos Trails is the name of the hiking trails network of the island of Sifnos in the Aegean Sea, Greece. The network has a total length over 100 km, divided in 19 beautiful trails.

Local micro-farming and Cooking experience in Sifnos While on Sifnos, a unique and fascinating way to experience first-hand authentic local food production, is a visit to Sifnos Farm Narlis. Sifnian cuisine, renowned for its mouth-watering recipes throughout Greece, is based mainly on vegetables and local aromatic herbs and here in Farm Narlis we are looking to revive old and native processes of growing and cooking, based on products grown on our land. At Farm Narlis we offer tailor-made lessons in the local diet, micro-farming food production and cooking, to suit your needs and interests. Our micro-farm is situated at the heart of the island, between the villages of Apollonia and Kato Petali, on the road to Kastro. Below, we give four suggestions for you to experience our farm and products: This is the most involved experience on the farm. In this session we will start the day by preparing together a hearty traditional Sifnian breakfast, based on local thyme honey, home-made jams, cheese from our farm and fresh organic eggs from our very happy free range chickens. While we enjoy breakfast, we will discuss the structure of the rest of our session. Time to start work! The wood burning oven needs to be lit early so this is the first thing we do together for our meal preparation and before we leave for the field. In the field, you will collect, with our guidance, the fresh ingredients that will be used for our meal. Here, you will have the opportunity to find out all about the efforts of the local farmer in growing and harvesting vegetables, in this 'unfriendly' natural environment. An understanding of how the crops are produced will help you appreciate the materials you will cook with and immerse yourself in our local farming practices. Back in the stone-built hut you will learn to prepare a complete traditional Sifnian lunch or dinner which will comprise of two different kinds of salads, two starters and a main course. We will enjoy the results of our efforts all together, just like the locals, around our wooden table, next to the wood burning oven, watching each dish being cooked. Local white wine or our own medium sweet red, which has matured in the sun, accompany all the meals. We will finish the meal with fruits of the season such as water melons, cherry plums, melons, pears and apricots, all grown in our land, from old and rare varieties. The suggested duration of the morning session is 3-4 hours for optimum enjoyment of all the activities. For your convenience, we provide a guide for the duration of your visit. We can provide a guide who speaks English, French or Russian. When it's time to go, we will give you a complementary sample of produce from our farm as a goodbye gift and as a reminder of your visit. Additional activities to enhance your experience while in Sifnos Farm Narlis are: Gardening: have a go at looking after our vegetable garden and experience first-hand the unique traditional techniques of growing and harvesting. Ceramic lessons: if you would like to find out how the pots you cooked in and the plates you used are made, then come and have a go at making them! The ceramic workshop that produces them is housed in one of the farm's buildings. Afternoon Session in the Farm - The same experience as above but without breakfast. **** Dinner.=With out lesson!! (private) 2 to 4 people- We will prepare a special dinner meal for your group to enjoy in our hut. 7pm - We will visit together our vegetable and tree Gardens and you will hear all about our stories of farming the local and rare varieties. You will then gather around the wooden table, to enjoy fresh, local recipes all prepared in a traditional Sifnian way. A unique way to fully experience and appreciate Sifnian food. Nero kai Alati ('Water and Salt') Restaurant - Platys Gialos If you prefer to enjoy our farm's fresh and organic produce cooked in exclusive recipes while sitting right next to the sea, then this is the place for you. In Nero kai Alati you can experience Sifnian traditional recipes fused with flavours from around the Mediterranean Sea. Booking is essential!

"patouhia"- sifnos alternatives runs activities on Sifnos all year long, giving visitors the opportunity to see different aspects of local life,ancient monuments, beautiful landscapes. Among the activities offered there are cooking lessons, trekking tours, folk dances, pottery or history or religion tours, cheese making and local farms.

Argo is situated at Appolonia the capital of the beautiful Island of Sifnos. The bar is housed in a classical stone built construction aged over two hundred years old. The building itself is completely refurbished and features nice and spacious internals with a touch of wood and multi level patios. Argo is open to welcome you from April to late October. Established in June 1983 Argo Bar has left its mark in Sifnos's nightlife. For almost thirty years it has been serving quality to the people visiting Sifnos; authentic cocktail recipes, fresh(cut) fruit punches, wide selection of quality spirits, beverages and liqueurs fulfil its historical menu. Classic atmosphere retained through its long history, great music, friendly service and good vibes are what make Argo Bar special for both regulars and strangers.

A trip to Sifnos is not complete unless you visit the main island city of Appolonia. Sitting in the center of the island, there is no beach, but there is a lovely avenue of shops, restaurants, bars and Terrace dining areas. For those people looking for original, locally produced island designed jewelry, BLE is a must-visit. Owned and operated by the designer proprietors, this husband and wife shop has original earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pendants, rings and more. Well priced, with loads of originality, any item at BLE is a unique keepsake or aspecial gift. The owners have their workshop on the island with a sweeping view of vistas and sea. This is where they take their inspiration for their jewelry that ranges from edgy to whimsical. Cash or credit card accepted, but paying in cash helps support this local business that is artist owned. The store caries some other select items made by local artisans such as pottery, glass, and shawls.

"Patouhia" in Sifnos’ dialect means footprint and is the name of a new programme of activities run by local resident Ronia Anastasiadou.There are many different enjoyable ways to get to know the island of Sifnos trekking tours, cooking sessions, greek folk dancing lessons, children activities and many more...