Our journey began in Birmingham, UK, where we boarded our flight to Kos just after 2pm, eager to start an island adventure in the Greek Aegean. After a smooth flight and the excitement of arriving in a new place, we made our way to Mastichari, a charming seaside village on the western coast of Kos. By the time we settled into our cosy apartment around 9pm, the sun was dipping low, casting a warm glow over the village and the shimmering sea beyond.
Despite the late hour, we decided to stretch our legs and explore Mastichari with a quick evening stroll, we passed the local church, a big supermarket and many more local stores. The village was peaceful yet inviting, with a gentle buzz of locals and tourists enjoying the balmy night air. Our walk led us right to the waterfront, where the scent of the sea mingled with the irresistible aroma of fresh cooking. We found ourselves at Akrogiali, a traditional taverna perfectly positioned right in front of a sandy beach and just steps from the ferry port.
Akrogiali turned out to be the perfect place to unwind after our day of travel. The restaurant's relaxed atmosphere, with waves gently lapping the shore just meters away, created a magical dining experience. I watched in surprise as my four-year-old daughter ate her dinner so politely, using her cutlery just right — fork on the left and knife on the right, like a little grown-up! It was a proud parenting moment, made all the more memorable by this new discovery. We indulged in some of the most delicious seafood pasta we've ever tasted — perfectly al dente spaghetti tossed with fresh, tender seafood, olive oil, garlic, and herbs that seemed to capture the essence of the Aegean Sea. Alongside that, we enjoyed classic Greek gyros, their tender meat wrapped in warm pita with fresh tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki — a comforting and flavorful end to our day.
Sitting there, watching the lights of fishing boats twinkle in the distance and feeling the cool sea breeze, it was clear that Mastichari was the ideal spot to recharge before our early morning ferry to Kalymnos. Luckily for me as well, my daughter who loves dogs of all sizes, revealed for the first time that she was afraid of cats, which gave me a few laughs as we spotted some curious felines on our way back to our apartment. We needed a few hours of restful sleep before waking up bright and early at 7:30 AM the next morning, just in time to catch the first ferry to Kalymnos for our three-hour day trip.
Our brief stay left us with a delicious taste of Kos’s local charm and the promise of more adventures ahead.
If you find yourself passing through Kos with limited time, don’t miss the chance to savour a bite in Mastichari — a small village that perfectly blends seaside tranquility with authentic Greek hospitality.
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