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Weekly supplement by Insider Publications • insider-publications.com • facebook.com/insiderpublications • No 67 • Friday, June 26, 2015 EXHIBITION Strange Cities: Athens, The Project
MUSIC Adam Cohen in Concert: We Go Home
An exhibition of artists from around the world and their images of Athens as they ‘imagine’ it would be, as none of the artists have been to Athens before. Until June 28. OCC, Diplareios School, Theatrou Sq 3, sgt.gr
CONCERT Beth Hart
The Grammy nominated singer and songwriter globally recognized as one of the greatest singers of our time, is set to captivate audiences with her live concert. June 30. Technopolis, Peiraios 100, technopolis-athens.com
The son of the legendary Leonard Cohen who recorded his last album at their family home on Hydra, performs an intimate set of songs that hark back to memories of his childhood. 29 June. Herodes Atticus, greekfestival.gr
CITY LIFE
Athens on four paws Kalila Fahey and Phil Gatos sit down with pet photographer Hara Sklika, who captures the elaborate body language and sweet nature of Athens’ misunderstood strays. Can you tell us a bit about Buddy Tales and how you started photographing animals? Photography has been a lifelong passion for me. I have been practicing photography professionally for 7 years, taking workshops in Athens and classes with famous street photographers around the world. Throughout my travels, I started to explore different styles of photography out of my normal comfort zone of landscape and street photography. I wanted to combine my love for animals with my deep passion for photography and shifted my attention towards this new idea. I noticed a lack in pet photography in Greece and saw that it was not treated at the same range as it was internationally, so I created Buddy Tales pet photography to enrich this new pet-friendly culture in Athens. What is the best part and the most challenging about working with animals as your subjects? How do you get the animals to “pose”? Pet photography is one of the genres that
draw a lot of photographers into it, and it may look fun and easy when really the truth is that it is still a lot of fun but can be very difficult! You can never predict how a pet can react to a camera, or to new people, especially when photographing strays, who can be very afraid. I work hard on trying to create an artistic way to show their good manners and behavior, with natural lighting. I prefer to not force an animal to “sit” and “stay”, as this has to be a pleasant experience for both owner and the pet. I try and find new ways to capture the essence of the animals simply being themselves while I’m the one strategically positioning myself in order to capture the best light. What is your perspective on a pet friendly culture in Athens? I’m so proud to be a part of a growing community of pet friendly people in Athens. There are too many stray dogs and cats in this city that it’s incredibly comforting to see a rise in awareness and movement of a greater love for animals here. In the last few years I have seen more people in the parks with their pets, on the streets and in the cafes. It’s very exciting since Greece has a terrible reputation and history when it comes to animal cruelty. Where are the best places in Athens to
take your pets for a scenic walk? One of my favorite spots to take dogs is to Tatoi park, where there are dense forests and open fields. Another place that’s a favorite for Sandy (my dog) and I, and many of my clients, is the Sygrou Estate which has 950 acres of land covered by pine and trees. Its great for photographing and even better to let loose of the urban chaos. Then of course, the beaches in Varkiza, Vouliagmeni etc., when the weather is on our side. Can you recommend any of your favourite pet friendly places in Athens? • Puppies-Park in Maroussi, is a great dog park where dogs of all ages can play, swim and exercise under supervised personnel. puppiespark.gr • BlePapagalos- Brightly coloured, polite people, impeccable hospitality for our furry friends, go for a coffee and a retro photo-shoot! • Bartesera – in Kolokotronis, a beautiful place that shows special love to your pets and even takes care of the neighbourhood strays. • Burger Joint - A classic for many Athenians with incredible burgers, and the only place where your dog can sit right next to you and enjoy a specialized meal for him/ her in their own bowl! Be sure to check out these great places with your four legged friends. For more information on Buddy Tales Pet Photography, facebook.com/BuddyTales. petphotography
UPCOMING EVENTS DANCE Griffón Dance co Ioanna Portolou, who began choreographing for her dance company in 2000 using a distinctive dance theatre language, presents her work at the Athens Festival for the first time. June 29 until June 30. Peiraios 260, Building E, greekfestival.gr
Exhibition Ottoman Athens, 1458-1833 An exhibition showcasing everyday life of inhabitants of the Ottoman period in Athens, Athenian Agora excavations, as well as the Ottoman customs and lifestyle. Until June 30. Gennadius Library, Souidias 61, ascsa.edu.gr
CIRCUS Tuan Le - Nguyen Nhat Ly - Nguyen Lan Maurice - Nguyen Tan Loc : À Ố Làng Phô Images from a living fresco come to life on stage with the Vietnamese circus. Aesthetically akin to the nouveau cirque, this unique performance fuses music, dance and acrobatics. 30 June until 2 July. Peiraios 260, Building D, greekfestival.gr
GASTRONOMY
Athens’ Best Street Food haunts
A food culture relatively new to Athens but one that is catching on real fast, tried and tasted by the Insider Weekly team! 1. Falafellas Middle Eastern falafel sandwiches to go-with a twist! Insider Favourites and tips: Order a smaller ‘pocket’ sized falafel for 2.50 euros or if you’re starving, opt for the larger ‘giant’ size for 3.50 euros. Includes: Lebanese pita wrap with falafel (fried chickpeas), tomatoes, lettuce, hummus, homemade tomato sauce, grilled eggplant, and cucumbers. There is a permanent queue outside this place, but trust us, it is worth the wait! Aiolou 51 (a pedestrian street) near Platia Eirinis, 210.323.9809, falafellas.gr 2. Food Str American-Greek fusion style hamburgers, for 3-4 euros. Our Insider Favourites include the cheeseburger, the Mediterranean burger with a beef patty, anthotyro and feta
cheese, pickles, homemade tomato sauce and olive paste. You must try the hand cut fries with yogurt and mint sauce or fries with homemade tomato sauce and parmesan cheese…they are worth every extra inch on your waist! Kalamiotou 14, Platia Eirinis, 210.321.1003, facebook.com/FoodStr 3. Mirch Indian Food with a twist, our Insider Favourite and must-order is the Indian ‘Greek Souvlaki’ wrap consisting of thin naan bread filled with Indian spiced chicken, vegetables and yogurt sauce for 4 euros. The portion is extremely generous; we had a difficult time finishing this one! Ermou 109, Monastiraki, 210.323.9759, mirch.gr 4. Hellenic Street Food With a large variety of foods to go, including pitas, warm and cold sandwiches, tarts, baked potatoes, peinirli, and pizzas—you might have a difficult time making a decision between all the tasty options! Insider Favourites include the ‘Bakaliarou’ warm sandwich with a cod filet, vegetables and a puree sauce for 5 euros. Egg with Charcuterie warm tart with bio eggs, cheese and charcuterie for 3 euros. Triptolemou 32, Gazi, 210.345.2562, hellenicfood.gr/hellenicstreetfood 5. Kalamaki Kolonaki This legendary Athenian souvlakerie is popular and bustling at all hours of the day, and for good reason! Conveniently located off Patriarchos Joakeim in Kolonaki, pop in during a shopping break and order yourself some Insider Favourites: The Rib-Eye souvlakia with homemade béarnaise-yogurt sauce,
the Quinoa salad with gluten-free quinoa, avocado, chickpeas, onion, cucumbers, tomatoes, coriander and tossed in a refreshing vinaigrette. Ploutarhou 32, Kolonaki, 210.721.8800 6. Food Truck This cantina is a foodie’s paradise, serving healthy, delicious, locally sourced food–and changing location and neighbourhood–daily! Try their Turkish gkezlemedes-sandwiches made with a thin and buttery hand-rolled dough (including a delicious minced lamb Lahmahjoon), the hot, fresh soup of the day, Caesarea pie, Mexican hot chocolate and mulled wine! Insider Favourites: the Lahmahjoon and the ‘Armenian’ sandwich with Kaseri Mytilene PDO, fresh tomato, spicy Miran soutzouki and egg for 4.50 euros. To find out the truck’s location check facebook.com/foodtruck.cooking or map on their website: foodtruck.cooking. 69.3233.3615 Kali orexi!
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BOOK REVIEW
The eternal allure of the femme fatale Dr. Patrick Quinn, Dean of the Liberal Arts Department at the American College of Greece explores the role of that most compelling of literary characters – the femme fatale and that of what he describes as ‘the New Woman’ in an engaging new book, “Patriarchy in Eclipse”, published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. While the femme fatale - a mysterious, seductive woman whose charms ensnare her lovers, often leading them into compromising, dangerous, and deadly situations, has been an archetype of European literature and art since the early 1800s - she makes her appearance in American literature only towards the end of the nineteenth century. Dr. Quinn seems to suggest that the predominant patriarchal culture in American society and its puritanical values kept this intriguing figure at bay. What Dr. Quinn finds particularly curious is the intellectual and artistic angst these two characters generated amongst the sophisticated, educated male American population and the lengths to which they went to keep these heroines buried - lest they make inroads into male-dominated preserves. The book takes us through a who’s who of
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early femme fatales that have dominated mythology, literature, art and music - from Lilith, Eve, Mary Magdalene, Circe, Medusa, Helen of Troy to Cleopatra to later-day bad girls such as Rhona Broughton’s Belinda or the Gibson Girl – all women who were portrayed as having the potential to ruin men. An intimidating, morally ambiguous woman who had no qualms of using her feminine wiles such as beauty, charm, and sexual allure to achieve power, domination and ultimately, revenge. The femme fatale is smart and devious and will do the impossible to get what she wants, including flaunting her sexiness, but she is not a bimbo. She sets her sights, weighs her choices and follows through with a carefully executed plan. As Dr. Quinn explains, “The femme fatale, by definition, is a temptress who revels in drawing attention to herself, in making herself as conspicuous as possible; she pushes respectability to its limit while still retaining the veneer of fashionable without being vulgar – or else she’d be ostracized from the bourgeois society where she hunts for her male victims.” It is only after WWI that the femme fatale comes into her own in America – through the integral roles played in films noirs in the 30s – and later on through roles immortalized by Sharon Stone in Basic Instincts or Glenn Close in Fatal Attraction Whether a victim of misogyny, fear of witchcraft, a threat to traditional female gender roles or her feared control of the sexual realm, the femme fatale remains a divergent figure but one that is eternally fascinating. Patriarchy in Eclipse is a brilliant contemplation on our prejudices as a society towards these characters at the turn of the century.
TV THIS WEEK Tyrant 2
Bassam “Barry” Al-Fayeed, the youngest son of an infamous Middle-Eastern tyrant must now guide the new President, his brutal and unstable older brother Jamal. Every Wednesday at 21:20 on Fox
Wayward Pines
A Secret Service agent goes to Wayward Pines, Idaho, in search of two federal agents who have gone missing. He soon learns that he may never get out of Wayward Pines alive. Every Thursday at 21:30 on Fox Watch FOX on OTE TV
CINEMA THIS WEEK
Terminator Genisys
When John Connor, leader of the human resistance, sends Sgt. Kyle Reese back to 1984 to protect Sarah Connor and safeguard the future, an unexpected turn of events creates a fractured timeline.
Slow West
A young Scottish man travels across America in pursuit of the woman he loves, attracting the attention of an outlaw who is willing to serve as a guide.