GIORGOS  AGELAKIS
P H O T O G R A P H Y

The local pub
It takes a moment to realize that Giorgos Agelakis is showing two different places.
Probably because they both have a lot in common. One is a Kafenio in Athens, the other
the Wundersgärtla, a pub in Nuremberg. Both happen to be corner bars, both not very attractive,
the furniture is worn out from many years and guests, no jewelry, no warm colors tempt you here
someone in. Nevertheless, there are always guests there - regulars especially, most of them from the
Neighborhood or from old times, all out of habit. The landlord has been the same for years. "One
Local pub is a place you can just go to. Without an appointment, without an appointment. There
“You always meet people you know,” says Giorgos Agelakis. “You sit down and be
arrived. People talk about everything - everyday life, family, politics of course, plans,
Dreams, successes and heartbreaks. This is how acquaintances and friendships develop.” Because they
The local pub in Nuremberg and the Kafenio in Athens are also like second living rooms for Giorgos,
If he can simply take photos there, the guests will appear casually, as privately as at home. There are
social places, now also for women, at least in the cities. Places where you feel comfortable,
because you are in familiar company. Places where you knock on the tables when you come and
Walking (Nuremberg), or on shoulders (Athens).
What now distinguishes the two pubs: The Wundersgärtla in Nuremberg has opened in the course of the
Pandemic closed. The house has been empty since then, some of the regular guests have moved in
found in other pubs, some have been lost like this piece
Neighborhood history. People from other parts of the city are increasingly crowding into the Kafenio
Athens. Mateo's simple and honest cuisine and his affordable prices have proven themselves
got around. The regulars sometimes have trouble finding a seat in their kafenio.
It is then full of people who keep to themselves and later go home to their only living room.