It is so natural for the Greeks to be drawn to hospitality roles that there is even a word with deep historical significance to describe it. ‘philoxenia’ ~ translating to ‘friend of a stranger’ (philos: friend and xenia: stranger). It is accepted as synonymous with hospitality, a willingness to share hospitality generously, and is even suggested to be part of the Greek DNA. The way you could show up at Yiayia’s house with three friends she had never met and be welcomed and fed with loving arms.

When you dine at KALA you are no longer a stranger. You become part of the family. Kali Orexi!