As Greece prepares for Tsiknopempti 2026, the annual celebration marked by grilling meats, consumers are facing steep price increases on key products. Lamb, beef, sausages, and other staples have seen price hikes exceeding 30% compared to the same period last year.
Price comparisons for Tsiknopempti 2025 vs. 2026 highlight the impact:
- Greek Lamb: €10.80/kg (2025) → €13.80/kg (2026), up 27.8%
- Dutch Veal: €17.89/kg → €23.95/kg, up 33.87%
- German Beef Steak: €12.99/kg → €16.89/kg, up 30.02%
- Traditional Sausage: €6.99/kg → €8.95/kg, up 28.04%
Other common meats have also become costlier: pork, chicken, and chicken nuggets rose between 4% and 14%, further impacting household budgets.
For example:
- Pork leg (boneless): €5.99 → €7.94/kg
- Chicken nuggets (400g): €4.53 → €5.18
- Fresh Greek chicken: €5.10 → €5.31/kg
Adding beverages such as wine, water, and soft drinks brings the average cost of a family Tsiknopempti meal to around €131, up significantly from previous years.
