"A souvlaki stall at the Varvakeios Market known for its charcoal-grilled approach and strong butchery roots: proprietor Tasos Perdikis comes from six generations of butchers and fans his charcoal using special kermes wood from Mount Athos; beyond traditional pork skewers he serves Smyrna-style soutzoukakia (meatballs) dressed with onion, tomato, mustard and a punchy Florina pepper sauce, made from freshly ground market meat, spices, a touch of ouzo, and evident care." - Anya von Bremzen