Koutoukia

Koutoukia (singular: koutouki) are informal or underground restaurants or taverna, typically run by women, in Greece.[1][2][3][4][5][6] The typical koutouki has between eight and ten tables and are often run in the owner's house.[1] Some are operated in back yards, gardens, or basements.[1][2] Traditionally koutoukia served only men.[2]

Etymology

The word is derived from the Turkish word kutuk, meaning "familiar".[2]

See also

References
  1. Wolfert, Paula (2009). Mediterranean clay pot cooking : traditional and modern recipes to savor and share. Hoboken, N.J.: John Wiley & Sons. p. 235. ISBN 978-0-7645-7633-1. OCLC 298538015.
  2. "Koutoukia: The Underground Tavernas of Athens". This is Athens. Retrieved 2022-01-17.
  3. Trivolis, Despina (2013-03-20). "A Traditional Koutouki in Athens' Mets Neighborhood". Culinary Backstreets. Retrieved 2022-01-17.
  4. Doriti, Carolina (2019-03-12). "Ramona: Basement Dwellers". Culinary Backstreets. Retrieved 2022-01-17.
  5. "Head to the Epirus route to experience the wonders of Greek wine where it's produced". National Geographic. 2019-10-18. Retrieved 2022-01-17.
  6. Howard, Rachel (2016-02-04). "Eat like a local in Athens: from backstreet souvlaki joints to no-menu seafood spots". The Telegraph. ISSN 0307-1235. Retrieved 2022-01-17.
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