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Greektown to Host Virtual Wine Tasting Event on December 17

If you’re looking for the perfect stay-at-home date night idea or want to have a cozy night in […]

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Merchant Spotlight

New Merchant Spotlight: Aodake Ramen

Greektown is thrilled to welcome a new restaurant, Aodake Ramen, to the neighborhood! The restaurant opened on Nov. […]

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Restaurants

Greektown Holiday Specials

Take the stress out of holiday shopping this year, and give the gift of tasty food! A gift […]

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New Year’s Recipe Spotlight: Vasilopita Greek Cake

Restaurants

Specialty Vegan Dishes at Greektown’s Restaurants

As veganism continues to grow, many people search for restaurants that cater to their dietary restrictions. Greektown has […]

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Culture & Entertainment

Greektown’s Fifth Annual Christmas Tree & Holiday Lights

Holiday season is in full swing in Greektown! The neighborhood is officially lit up in Greek blue and […]

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Greektown Offers Shopper’s Reward Program for the Holiday Season

With the holidays right around the corner, Greektown Chicago wants to reward those who shop at its local […]

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BRRRR 🥶, it's cold outside! Good thing there's

BRRRR 🥶, it's cold outside! Good thing there's a new, delicious ramen joint in #GreektownChicago to warm you up. 🍜

This #NationalSoupMonth order from @aodakeramenwestloop for 10% off ALL food/beverage through Jan. 31st.

Available for carryout/delivery: www.aodakewestloop.com
#GreektownToGo

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🤤 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝗼 𝗥𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻
🍜 Blend broth with homemade miso paste, topped with cabbage, bean sprouts, pork chashu, kikurage mushroom, sweet corn, & scallion

Today we remember the "Godfather of Greektown," Bo

Today we remember the "Godfather of Greektown," Bobby Vitogiannis.

Bobby is the heart of our neighborhood's rich history. He was a butcher alongside his father, who was part-owner of the beloved Panellion Meat Market on Halsted and Jackson, and he owned the famous Kallisto nightclub best known for endless lines down the block.

In Greek when someone passes, we say “αιώνια η μνήμη” (ay-OH-nee-ah ee MNEE-mee) which means “memory eternal." Bobby's fingerprints throughout #GreektownChicago prove his legacy is indelible.
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In 1965, a time when many of the nation’s clergy

In 1965, a time when many of the nation’s clergy stood silent, #GreekOrthodox Archbishop lakovos marched hand-in-hand with #MLK. This #MLKDay2021, we remember Dr. King’s poignant words, “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” #mlkquotes

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HAPPY NATIONAL BAGEL DAY! Want a buy one get one free bagel deal to celebrate?! 🥯 Tag 3 of your friends below, make sure you’re following us, and we’ll DM you the secret word to claim yours! ✨ ⁠
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For in-person orders, you’ll say the secret word to the cashier. For online orders, click the button “add special notes” at check out and type in the secret word. ⁠
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Be cool, no cheating 😜⁠ *Today only, limit to one per person/order. ⁠
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Reminder that we’re open today thru Sunday, 8am-3pm!⁠
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#FriendsofRye #NationalBagelDay 📸 @chicagofoodgoals

✨Athena is the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom.✨
We think you’d be wise to let @athenachicago take care of dinner tonight! Enjoy their all-season patio or order carryout: athenachicago.com

Pro-tip: Order the Athenian chicken.

#GreektownChicago #chicagofood #chicagofoodauthority #greekfood #infatuationchi #chicagofoodie

The Mediterranean diet has been named BEST overall

The Mediterranean diet has been named BEST overall diet according to @usnews! We're not doctors, but you should exclusively order from Greektown, given our endless Mediterranean options, proven to:

🔹 Decrease risk of disease 🔹 Help diabetes 🔹 Improve heart health

Plus, it's totally cool to have a glass of red wine on occasion. 🍷😉

#meditarraneanfood #meditarraneandiet #dietplan #greektownchicago

@the_greek_islands_restaurant in #GreektownChicago

@the_greek_islands_restaurant in #GreektownChicago is currently offering 50% off all wine and beer! Whether celebrating with friends virtually or together this New Year’s Eve, we know a celebratory glass or two is needed. We hope 2021 brings a lot of luck, laughter and delicious Greek cuisine. Καλή Χρονιά! #GrabGreektownToGo

The amenities available to residents at @TheVanBur

The amenities available to residents at @TheVanBurenResidences are great but have you seen a view like this? As a resident, you’ll have access to the rooftop deck that overlooks the city. Call today to schedule an in person, self-guided or virtual tour! 833-766-5565 // P: @ps_shoot

There’s only 3 more days of #GreektownChicag’s

There’s only 3 more days of #GreektownChicag’s Shopper’s Reward Program! When you shop and support #GreektownChicago businesses, you can save, too! Through Dec. 31, 2020, you’ll receive a $50 Visa Gift Card if you mail in original receipts from at least 3 Greektown Chicago businesses totaling $25 or more from each business, with your receipts collectively totaling more than $250. Visit the link in bio for additional details on this program, including a full list of participating Greektown Businesses and how you can pick-up a remittance envelope. You can get a box of these delicious melomakarona cookies at @ArtopolisChicago! // P: @chefkapernaros

Looking to start off 2021 with some good luck and

Looking to start off 2021 with some good luck and delicious cake? @artopolischicago is selling Vasilopitas for your Dec. 31 celebrations! This lucky Greek New Year’s bread or cake has a coin hidden in it. Greek tradition says if the coin is in your slice, you’ll have good luck for the rest of the year!

Order yours online today in the Bakery section under Holiday and Seasonal. @artopolischicago Vasilopitas are available in 10 inch ($17.50), 12 inch ($23.50), and 16 inch ($35).

As if we didn’t treat ourselves enough this week

As if we didn’t treat ourselves enough this week, we’re ordering from @MeliCafeChicago! Chocolate infused crepes, anyone? // P: @hungry_hungry_chicago

🎄 καλά Χριστούγεννα, Merry Chri

🎄 καλά Χριστούγεννα, Merry Christmas from #GreektownChicago! We hope your holidays are filled with cheer, loved ones, and lots of Greek sweets! #happyholidays 🎄

Merry Christmas Eve from #GreektownChicago! Have y

Merry Christmas Eve from #GreektownChicago! Have you had the change to stroll the neighborhood and see it glowing in Greek blue and White?

Although we weren’t able to have our usual holiday lighting festival, we were able to put up the Christmas tree and holiday lights with the help of the Greektown SSA #16, Chicago Greektown Educational Foundation and the Greektown Chamber of Commerce.

�We hope you’ll stop by today and tomorrow to see #GreektownChicago lit up in all its glory! #HappyHolidays!

Kourabiedes are popular Greek cookies made for spe

Kourabiedes are popular Greek cookies made for special occasions such as Christmas or baptisms. Visitors to #GreektownChicago have the special pleasure of trying them year-round at @ArtopolisChi! Doused in powdered sugar, they’re sweet and delicious. Tip from us: don’t inhale while biting in, you’ll thank us later!

Just a reminder that @ArtopolisChi is selling Kourabiedes in their holiday cookie boxes for $15/lb. You can also purchase one of their holiday baskets that range from $25-$85. All purchases with receipts can be put towards the #GreektownChicago Shopper's Reward Program!

Looking for an authentic Greek gift to give? @the_

Looking for an authentic Greek gift to give? @the_greek_islands_restaurant is offering imported olive oils, Greek Mountain tea, honey and oregano! Mix and match the different options and @the_greek_islands_restaurant will package them up nicely to gift for the holidays.

They’re also offering offering 50% all wine and beer through Dec. 31! Swipe left for more details on the imported goods and the wine packages wrapped in bows! 🎁

With the busy holiday season entering its peak, we

With the busy holiday season entering its peak, we know how stressful the next few days can be. After strolling #GreektownChicago and taking in the magical lights, stop by @spectrumbarandgrill for a delicious Greek meal and relax at their limited dine-in seating.

@SpectrumBarandGrill is open daily: for dine-in and carryout from 3 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Call 312-715-0770 for pickup orders or order delivery through @DoorDash, @GrubHub and @UberEats // P: @spectrumbarandgrill

Do you have a family member or friend who cancelle

Do you have a family member or friend who cancelled their vacation this past summer? Gift them the Greek experience with one of @athenachicago Greek Artisan Gift Boxes. 😍🎄 Packed full of unique Greek goodies like local honey, imported oregano and more, these baskets are the perfect gift for any travel lover you know.

🇬🇷 Artisan baskets: $65
🇬🇷 Greek olive oil and vinegar carriers: $25
🇬🇷 Wine carriers: $45-$55

Just a reminder that all purchases with receipts kept can apply to our Shopper's Reward Program! For more info on how to submit your receipts, head to the link in our bio! // P: @athenachicago

2020 has been a year of ups and downs but a new ye

2020 has been a year of ups and downs but a new year is right around the corner! Celebrate the beginning of 2021 Greek style by baking a Vasilopita! Vasilopita is made with blends of oranges, sometimes brandy, and topped with powdered sugar. This bread or cake (depending on how it’s baked) is served on New Year’s Day, and pairs nicely with Greek coffee.

The word Vasilopita is a compound Greek word which means the sweet “bread of Basil”. The Greek tradition is to place a coin in the bread during preparation, and whoever finds the coin in their slice is said to have good luck for the rest of the year! This tradition started when Saint Basil the Great, an Orthodox bishop, wanted to distribute money to the poor in his Diocese. He commissioned women to bake sweetened bread, in which he arranged to place gold coins inside. Poor families nourishing themselves were pleasantly surprised to find the coins.

On New Year’s Eve when the clock strikes 12, after everyone wishes each other a new year it is time for cutting the Vasilopita. The first piece is for Christ, the second for the virgin Mary, the third for the house and then follows a piece for the hosts and the rest of the guests. Anyone who is present at the gathering should get a piece.

Make your own homemade Vasilopita this holiday with California Greek Girl’s recipe at the link in our bio! We’ll keep our fingers crossed that you get the lucky slice! // P: @grcka_kuhinja

❄️ Greektown Holiday Specials ❄️ Check out

❄️ Greektown Holiday Specials ❄️ Check out our list below for some awesome specials being offered by #GreektownChicago merchants this holiday season! And don’t forget, our Shopper Rewards Program is still active through Dec. 31. Any of the below purchases count if you save your receipts!

🔵 @AthenaChicago.Greektown is offering a free $25 bonus gift card for every $100 you spend on gift cards! Their holiday wine gift sets, priced at $45 and $55, and their ouzo and olive oil sets, priced at $20, also make for great holiday gifts.

🔵 Buy a $50 gift card from @GreekIslandsChi and receive a $10 gift card free! If you buy a $100 gift card, receive a $25 gift card free. Through December, they are offering a four-course special on Mondays for $20.95 a person. To receive the special, customers must place their order the Sunday before.

🔵 @ArtopolisChi has holiday gift baskets for sale that range from $25 to $85. They include various items like Greek olive oil, Greek wine, tea and coffee, holiday pastries and more. They’re also offering Christmas cookie packages that are $15 per box and perfect to gift to friends or bring to a small holiday gathering.

🔵 @GroundUpChi has added a number of seasonal drink specials to their menu, such as Peppy-Mint Mocha and the Turtle Turtle Mocha! Stop by to warm up with one of the seasonal drinks after checking out Greektown’s brightly-lit Christmas tree at Elysian Field to get in the holiday spirit.

🔵 If you’re looking to give back to your community this holiday season, @Starbucks (116 S Halsted St) has set up a Toy & Food Drive – next time you’re grabbing a coffee, don’t forget to bring something to donate to the drive!

Today is the last day to purchase tickets to #Gree

Today is the last day to purchase tickets to #GreektownChicago’s virtual wine tasting! We’re teaming up with @ArtopolisChi and founder of @kolonakifinewines and Greek wine expert, Steve Kriaris, to host a virtual wine tasting class this Thursday, Dec. 17. Participants will have the chance to learn about a variety of Greek wines while sampling them from the comfort of their own homes – just pickup your goodies ahead of time!

Tickets include:

🍷 Greektown Chicago tote bag
🍷 4 bottles of specialty Greek wine
🍷 Greek cheeses
🍷 Greek olives
🍷 Artopolis’ famous freshly baked bread

For more info and details on how to book, head to our Facebook events page or visit the link in our bio !

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