For many Greeks, coffee is more than a drink - it's a ritual, a symbol of social life, and a small pleasure woven into daily routine. But that once-affordable comfort is becoming an expensive habit. From supermarket shelves to cafe tables, prices are climbing steadily, transforming what used to be a simple indulgence into a noticeable strain on household budgets. According to the latest figures from Greece's statistics authority, ELSTAT, supermarket coffee prices in September were almost 20 percent higher than a year earlier, and nearly 50 percent higher than five years ago. In the Athens region, a takeaway coffee now costs between €1.80 and €2.80 depending on quality and location, while sitting down for one can start at €3.20 and reach €5 or more. Different VAT rates - 13 percent for takeaway coffee and 24 percent for table service - add further pressure to final prices, as cafes and roasteries struggle with rising energy and labor...