In olden days you had little Cafeneions everywhere which were the domain of men only, where the men would while away the hours, slowly sipping their Greek coffee, whilst contemplating life, singing along to the music playing or having a game of tavli (backgammon).
The women would find a break in their daily routines to meet with friends or a neighbour and savour a coffee whilst catching up on the local gossip.
Although these stereo typical ways have been replaced with modern people and Cafes in Greece, the excuse to stop time whilst slowly enjoying a coffee has not diminished.
Greek coffee - also widely referred to as Turkish coffee, originated in the Arab countries.
It was very quickly adopted in Greece, and it is still the most favourite style of coffee, and is now a way of life.
The average Greek will drink 2-3 coffees a day.
It is always served in a small (espresso size) white coffee cup with matching saucer, along with a glass of iced water.