Easter basket

According to the Greek Consumers’ Institute, hosting an Easter dinner for eight now costs approximately €361.95 — an increase of €11 compared to 2024.

The Easter holiday schedule has been in effect since April 10, with retail stores open Palm Sunday, and most supermarkets also operating to meet consumer demand for Easter shopping.

A 50% increase in the price of chocolate Easter eggs is expected, driven by rising cocoa prices on the international market.

Greece battles egg fraud as Easter demand peaks, with mislabeled imports sold as local products or cage-free.

The "Easter Basket" which will likely go into effect on Wednesday, April 9, and remain until Holy Saturday, April 19, will traditionally include lamb, goat, Easter bread, chocolate Easter eggs, and other chocolate-based products.