Pastry chef Antonis Printezis with Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni and Syros Vice Mayor Christianna Papitsi during the presentation of the island’s local breakfast. Photo source: Municipality of Syros
Tourism professionals and journalists from around the world had the opportunity to experience a traditional Syros breakfast, featuring local products directly from the island, on the first day of the World Travel Market (WTM) 2024 exhibition.
The 44th annual WTM London tourism fair opened on Tuesday at the ExCeL Center and is expected to attract over 40,000 travel professionals by Thursday.
For the first time, the Municipality of Syros, part of the Cyclades island group, kicked off the expo’s opening day by hosting a promotional event at the Greek stand (N2-220 and N2-520). The island welcomed visitors and tourism professionals with its renowned traditional breakfast, offering a taste of local culture and hospitality.
Photo source: Municipality of Syros
Held in a central area of the Greek stand, Syros officials treated attendees, co-exhibitors, and the media to a breakfast crafted from premium local ingredients. Local chef Lina Fournistaki and pastry chef Antonis Printezis prepared the dishes, showcasing Syros’ culinary heritage.
During the event, Syros Vice Mayor Christianna Papitsi presented the island’s diverse range of locally produced goods. She highlighted how the carefully selected ingredients are incorporated into traditional recipes, giving each dish its distinct flavor and preserving the island’s gastronomic legacy.
“Our municipality’s priorities focus on promoting the authenticity, cultural heritage, and rich gastronomy of our island,” Papitsi said.
Syros Vice Mayor Christianna Papitsi and GNTO Secretary General Andreas Fiorentinos (right). Photo source: Municipality of Syros
Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni, Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO) Secretary General Andreas Fiorentinos, and Cypriot Deputy Tourism Minister Kostas Koumis attended the Syros breakfast presentation. The GNTO is the premier partner of WTM London this year.
WTM London 2024 will run until Thursday, November 7.
The Greek Travel Pages (GTP) is an official media partner of WTM London.
Stay tuned for news and updates by following our WTM London 2024 Special.
