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One of the simplest pleasures of Greece is a late dinner of traditional food with good Greek wine, preferably varelisio (from the barrel). From late April until as late as early November, you can expect to enjoy this experience outdoors. In the small towns here, any restaurant that pretends to offer more than this should be viewed with suspicion. The same goes for a big bill—no need to pay one, since you can usually enjoy a meal of such staples as lamb or moussaka for about EUR 10 a person, even in larger cities. Dress is casual and reservations unnecessary, although you might be asked to wait for a table, if you're dining with the majority at 9 PM or later. Expect to pay quite a bit for most fresh fish and seafood; a single portion is usually about EUR 15. Never settle for frozen fish, which may not even be from Greek waters. Look for red wines from the region around Nemea, between Corinth and Argos, and try Patras's sweet mavrodaphne, a heavy dessert wine. Another favorite in Patras is dendoura, a clove liqueur served after dinner as a digestive. More »

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