These operate as part of wider chains and some provide international items but you would do well to get some of the essential masalas with you. There are numerous fast food chains such as McDonald, Burger King, Taco Bell, Wendy s and numerous pizza shops in and around Athens. There are four distinct seasons in the US, each of which requires a different kind of clothing to stay comfortable. Winter by far is the most unnerving season in Athens. Leather jackets available in India are not sufficient to withstand the cold.
Summers are very hot and the attire is shorts, T-shirts and sandals.
Again these are inexpensively available in sales here. These could be purchased here or could be bought in India. Therefore, it would do you good to purchase clothes in India itself. While we are on the topic of clothing, let us remind you bring your favorite desi clothing as there will be many occasions to wear them with pride and it is one thing you definitely cannot buy here. We also encourage you to bring ethnic souvenir, gift articles.