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Greek Heritage Night with the Chicago Bulls on February 16th

Cheer with us this season at the United Center! Join our Greektown community for a legendary group outing […]

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Stan’s Donuts in Greektown

The Mariano’s on Halsted Street has recently opened a Stan’s Donuts!Stan’s Donuts is a neighborhood donut and coffee […]

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Recipe Spotlight: Tomato and Orzo Soup

Soup is the song of the hearth and home… orzo they say! This creamy Greek tomato and orzo […]

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New Year Thoughts from National Hellenic Museum

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Looking ahead to upcoming Greektown Restaurant Week 2023

After a successful launch in 2022, Greektown Chicago is bringing back Greektown Restaurant Week from March 1-7, 2023, […]

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10 Strategies to Increase Customer Loyalty

For today’s consumers, it’s not solely about the bottom line. Every purchase experience is just that: an experience. […]

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Reopened Jackson & Adams Streets Bridges into Greektown

Just in time to welcome the bustling holiday season in Greektown, IDOT (Illinois Department of Transportation) has announced […]

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Treat yourself to one of @melicafechicago’s fres

Treat yourself to one of @melicafechicago’s freshly squeezed juices for #NationalGreenJuiceDay! 🌿🍵💚🌱

#greektown #chigreek #greekfoodie #chigreekfoodie #chifoodie #yummy #greekisbetter #Melicafe

Thanks @citycastchicago for giving Greektown a sho

Thanks @citycastchicago for giving Greektown a shout out in recent “Hey Chicago” newsletter!

The @hellenicmuseum is hosting an hour-long class that explores the history of the Greek diner and its influence in the food culture of America.

#greektown #chigreek #beintheknow #greekdeli #greekchicagofood #greektownchicago #greekisbetter #citycastchicago #greekhistory

Come join Greektown and the @chicagobulls at @unit

Come join Greektown and the @chicagobulls at @unitedcenter February 16th for Greek Heritage Night! The Bulls are set to take on the @bucks - but before the jump ball, the @orpheuschicago Dancers are performing in the Pre-Show.

So grab a bite to eat in Greektown at one of our many fabulous restaurants before heading over to the stadium at 6:30 to see our lovely performers.

Ticket linked in our bio!

#greektown #chigreek #beintheknow #greekchicago #greektownchicago #greekisbetter #chicagobulls #basketball

Calling all Cheese Lovers, there’s a Breakfast Q

Calling all Cheese Lovers, there’s a Breakfast Quesadilla at @melicafechicago screaming your name! Treat yourself for #NationalCheeseLoversDay at one of the many amazing restaurants in Greektown.

#greektown #chigreek #greekfoodie #chigreekfoodie #chifoodie #yummy #greekisbetter #Melicafe

What better way to combat a chilly winter day than

What better way to combat a chilly winter day than a nice bowl of soup?!

This creamy tomato and orzo soup takes under an hour to make and consists of simple ingredients that make this dish a perfect meal to whip up before snuggling back on the couch.

Check out the recipe from @dimitras.dishes on her site!

#greektown #chigreek #greekfoodie #chigreekfoodie #chifoodie #yummy #greekisbetter #soupoftheday

The @hellenicmuseum is filled with rich Greek hist

The @hellenicmuseum is filled with rich Greek history and stunning exhibits – visit today and snap a selfie of you and your favorite piece for #MuseumSelfieDay!

Tag us so we can see all your smiles!

Photo Credit to @diane_alexander_white

#greektown #chigreek #smile #snapaselfie #nationalhellenicmuseum #greekisbetter

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Extra, Extra! Read all about it!

Sign up for our newsletter to keep up with all the exciting events and fun Greek inspired activities every month.

This month, we’ll be highlighting a delicious new dessert spot in Greektown, releasing more information about Greek Heritage Night at the Bulls vs Bucks game next month, and a featuring a new recipe that will keep you warm during this chilly January weather.

Click the link in our bio to sign up for Greektown’s newsletter!

#greektown #chigreek #beintheknow #whatshappenin #greekevents #greektownchicago #greekisbetter #greektownnewsletter

This Friday the 13th can’t be unlucky – not wh

This Friday the 13th can’t be unlucky – not when it’s National “Make Your Dream Come True” Day! So here are some inspiring quotes from famous Greeks to make you feel like your wish really can come true!

#followyourdreams #nationalmakeyourdreamcometrueday #greektown #greektownchicago #listentothegreeks #fridaythe13 #greekchi

#GreekFunFact Theatre is deeply rooted in Greek h

#GreekFunFact

Theatre is deeply rooted in Greek history and is the birthplace of many legendary playwrights like Aristotle and Sophocles. One of the most recent and successful Greek playwrights was Pavlos Matesis.

Pavlos Matesis was born in Divri, Greece 90 years ago today! He dedicated his life and career to the theatre, and many of his plays were adapted and performed at the National Theatre in London. He was known for his adaptations of both Greek and European plays and dabbled in Television. Pavlos Matesis passed away in Athens, Greece in 2013.

His play, The Ceremony, received the State Theatre Award in 1967. If you’re interested in doing a deeper dive into the rich Greek history in theatre, give it a read!

#represent #greeksowntheatre #chicagogreek #chigreek #theatreappreciation #greektownchicago

Today is #NationalHeritageTreasureDay and one of G

Today is #NationalHeritageTreasureDay and one of Greece’s famous treasures is the Acropolis in Athens – an ancient citadel that contains the remains of several ancient buildings. Nowadays, it hosts the festival, Great Panathenaea, which rivals the Olympic Games in popularity.

Here in Greektown, one of our heritage treasures is the ARTopolis Café on Halsted! Even though Athens is a little bit of a trip, Chicagoans can hop over to @artopolischicago for a quick bite to eat to celebrate Greek heritage!

Photo credits: Encyclopedia Britannica and Artopolis Cafe.

#nationalheritagetreasureday #greektown #greektownchicago #chigreek #acropolisinathens

Whether it’s Loukoumades or standard donuts, Gre

Whether it’s Loukoumades or standard donuts, Greektown loves fried dough 🍩 🍩 🍩

Good news for all the donut lovers: There’s now a @stansdonutschicago in our @marianosmarket right on Halsted street in Greektown! We’re so excited about the new neighborhood addition for quick sweet treat pickups.

#greektown #chigreek #greekfoodie #chigreekfoodie #chifoodie #StansDonuts #donut #sweettooth #yummy

On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave

On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me, a holiday called Epiphany!

Today, the Greeks celebrate Epiphany, or Three Kings Day. This holiday is celebrated around the world and recognizes when the Three Kings finally arrived to see the baby Jesus.

Traditionally, it’s a feast day, so treat yourself to one of our many restaurants to celebrate!

For full directory of restaurants, visit our website!

Photo by @wheretoeat_chicago

It’s #NationalBirdDay! Greece’s National Bird

It’s #NationalBirdDay! Greece’s National Bird is the little owl, which is also the goddess Athena’s symbol. Can you spot the owl hidden in @athenachicago?

Can’t find it? Then head over to Athena Restaurant and enjoy one of their specialty cocktails and delicious dishes while you’re bird watching.

#littleowl #athenarestaurant #greektownchicago #chigreek #nationalbirdday

“Give Me A Word ... And I'll Show You That The R

“Give Me A Word ... And I'll Show You That The Root Of That Word Is Greek!” ~Gus Portokalos

Did you know that the Greek language is one of the oldest languages still in use? It is over 5,000 years old and has influenced modern languages such as English and Latin-based languages.

The @greektowneducation has been a key component to the development and continuation of the Greek language and culture in Chicago! Thank you for enriching Greektown!

#gusportokalos #greek #greeklanguage #nationaltriviaday #Funfact #greektown #chigreek #chicagogreektown

The @hellenicmuseum hosted @yalchicago, the young

The @hellenicmuseum hosted @yalchicago, the young adult league of Chicago, for their Christmas Party! It looked like a blast. Thanks for coming!

Photo by @yiannis.photography

#yalchicago #christmasparty #greekchicago #christmasparty #chigreek #greektownchicago

This little light of mine! I’m gonna let it shin

This little light of mine! I’m gonna let it shine…into the New Year!

Grab some candles from Athenian Candle Co. in Greektown to light up your New Year. From candelabra sticks to hand dipped wicks, their beautiful craft will be a great addition to your home.

Beautiful photo by @out.in.thestreets

#greektown #atheniancandle #littlelight #NewYears #chicagogreektown

In light of #NationalChocolateCandyDay, we wanted

@artopolischicago is celebrating the new year with

@artopolischicago is celebrating the new year with delicacies and discounts! Their whole Agora will have a 25% off all market and liquor products just in time to pick some up for your New Years Eve party.

In addition, a Vasilopita is a fun Greek tradition for all. A lucky coin is hidden in the cake and once sliced at the strike of midnight, whoever gets the prized slice has luck for the rest of the year.

They are taking pre-orders online or over the phone, so get your gamble of sweet luck for the new year!

#delicious #greektown #chicagogreektown #chicagogreek #greekgoodies #artopolis #delicaciesanddeals

Merry Christmas (Kalá Christoúyenna) from all yo

Merry Christmas (Kalá Christoúyenna) from all your friends at Greektown Chicago! 🎄 💙

We hope your day with family and friends is warm, peaceful and filled with love!

#greektown #chicagogreektown #newyears #cheers #chigreek

Not a great baker or ran out of time for a cookie

Not a great baker or ran out of time for a cookie exchange? No worries! Greektown has a plethora of cookies to choose from and share with friends and family… or just devour yourself!

These delicious cookies are from @artopolischicago - stop by their bakery to pick some up today!

#cookieday #cookies #greekcookies #chicagogreektown #sweettooth #chicagofoodie #chicagogreekfoodie #chigreek #sweettreat #happyholidays

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