SETTLE IN TO THE CITY
he Greek capital may be about all things ancient, but it has a thriving modern food, wine and cocktail scene that keeps it up late. On Friday nights, it’s especially energetic. A great place to start is the Blue Bird, a spot every first night in Athens should feature. Red wine slips down, earnest intellectuals rub shoulders with glamorous lookers, and it’s soon apparent that Athens has a stylish, vibrant side.