No rain today...just strong winds! After our tradition of morning coffee and games of tavli (backgammon) we had a long walk past Xylokeratidi with the sun warming us despite the wind.
The ruins of several houses along the way
show how these simple stone homes are constructed on the islands.
In the evening we gathered together for a trip to Aegiali where a new restaurant was closing for the season. The owners, who we have known for several years, were celebrating a successful inaugural year by hosting a free buffet meal for guests.
Nokie creating a variety of tasty dishes for us.
The restaurant does not serve traditional Greek food. Instead they tempt your palate with falafel, curries and mid-eastern dishes. Everything was delicious!!
Many friends left the island this morning and several more will leave tomorrow. Shops have closed, restaurants and tavernas are shuttering. Summer owners and employees will return to Athens or Thessaloniki for the winter. Soon there will be very few visitors left for the month of October, a favourite time for us. Island life changes dramatically when the locals have a chance to take a deep breath and rest after the tourist season ends.
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