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In 1991 Billy and Akaisha Kaderli retired at the age
of 38. Now, into their 4th decade of this
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Le Souvlaki Athenien
Paris, France
Billy and Akaisha Kaderli
A few nights before, Billy
and I were walking along the famous and iconic Rue de la Huchette, trying to
find a lamb gyro.
We were inundated by a tour
group of around 40 people who chose this one place, with gyros made of chicken.
While delicious, we wanted
a traditional one, so after our meal, we went wandering down this Medieval
street in the heart of the Latin Quarter until we came upon Souvlaki Athenien.
BINGO!
This was it.
We decided to eat there the
very next day.
The humble front entrance of Le Souvlaki
Athenien
The Souvlaki Athenien is
inexpensive and an easy place to visit for a quick takeaway meal. Or you can
choose to sit upstairs with a view, or downstairs and watch the action.
This family-run restaurant
specializes in Greek cuisine and is particularly known for its souvlaki.
Their menu includes about
31 dishes, offering a variety of meats like lamb, beef, and chicken, along with
sides like fries, salads, and desserts such as baklava.
It gives an authentic Greek
experience.
Gyro or Souvlaki?
I was under the mistaken idea that gyros and
souvlaki were the same.
While similar in that they are both roasted
on a vertical rotisserie, Gyro meat is ground, often a mix of lamb, beef, pork
or chicken, seasoned then formed into a large loaf.
The loaf is cooked slowly beside a heat
source allowing the outer layers to cook and crisp. Thin slices are then shaved
off.
Souvlaki has chunks of meat (pork, chicken,
beef, or lamb) like you can see here in this photo.
These are marinated, then skewered, and
grilled near a heat source giving the meat a slightly different texture and
flavor due to the direct heat and the marinade.
The marinade is generally a mixture of olive
oil, lemon juice, and various herbs and spices, such as oregano, garlic, and
rosemary, which gives it a distinctive flavor.
They are both amazingly
delicious.
Akaisha with her souvlaki, fries and
Beaujolais
Inside this shoebox-sized restaurant there is
a modest ambiance that transports guests to Greece.
Some have commented that this place is quite
small and tables are close together.
This is true.
Billy and I were already seated when 2 young
musicians walked in and asked if they could share our table while they, too, ate
their souvlakis.
It made for great conversation!
Gyros and Souvlakis are similar
Served in pita bread with
fries, the flavor of this grilled meat is distinctive.
As you can see from this
photo, souvlakis have distinct pieces of meat.
But the gyro is very famous
and its influence is seen in various forms of street food globally, from the
shawarma in the Middle East to the tacos al pastor in
Mexico, which also
uses a vertical spit.
Bottle of Beaujolais Villages
We're in France, so why not have a bottle of
Beaujolais Villages?
Beaujolais is famous for its light, fruity
red wines. Beaujolais Villages is a step up and comes from 38 designated
villages within the Beaujolais region, which are considered to produce superior
wines due to better soil, climate, and winemaking traditions.
Another view of the entrance
Since Rue de la Huchette
dates back to the 13th century, it's one of the oldest streets in Paris. The
street has retained much of its medieval character with narrow,
pedestrian-friendly pathways, ancient buildings, and a timeless atmosphere.
You can wander around on
this street during the day, early evening or late night when it's lit by old
lamps and filled with the sounds of music, chatter, and the occasional street
performer.
Le Souvlaki Athenien is
situated in the 5th arrondissement, near the Sorbonne and Saint-Michel
Notre-Dame RER station, making it easily accessible by public transportation.
They offer takeout services, making it
convenient for those looking for quick, authentic Greek food.
It's a place where the past and present of
Paris converge, offering an unique slice of the city's vibrant life.
Would we recommend going to Souvlaki Athenien?
Absolutely!
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Le Souvlaki Athenien
25 Rue de la Huchette
75005, Paris
Website:
https://foursquare.com/v/le-souvlaki-ath%C3%A9nien/4dc4747352b1e8f9f7bb53fb
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Email:
souvlaki.athenien@orange.fr
Tele: +33143549695
Open daily, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks
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