Whether you like to relax, chill out, take a break or go out it doesn’t matter how you call it “a coffee break” in Kalymnos has so many enchanting interpretations of the concept, finding a favourite chill out spot is hard to choose. Some Cafés open from early in the morning and others a little later on but they are all awaiting for you for quick coffee or a bite whether you are strolling in town or spending a lazy afternoon taking in the scenery at one of the beaches. As the sun goes down and you’re getting ready for your night out most Cafés turn into Café Bars offering those first few drinks that get the chit chat going before you hit the bars and clubs and let yourself go …just a little.

There are many taverns and café houses on the island where you can taste local food. The Mirmitzeli and the Mitzithra (Greek skim-milk cheese) are local specialties that are worth trying. In the bakeries of Kalymnos you will find many sweets like baklava, cookies and galaktoboureko. Try the local "rusks" with sesame. You will find fresh fish in all the taverns and the restaurants. Try the grilled octopus and various seafood dishes like sea urchins, pine fish, oysters and fouskes that have been fished by the local divers. All these tasty seafood appetizers are best to accompanied by a glass of ouzo.

Night life in Kalymnos is unique and diverse. Beach bars make their presence known everywhere and for the worshippers of night entertainment, Kalymnos caters for all tastes. For those who want to party till the morning, there are streets filled with bars and clubs in Kalymnos Town, bursting with life and energy till sunrise. If you prefer the calmer romantic spots, there's always the beach front cafe bars with their idyllic character and unique decoration. No matter where you find yourself, you can enjoy a night life full of promise and memories.

Kalymnos successfully manages to combine a heritage of traditional products and the latest technology. Visitors will notice that there are many shops on the island where you can buy Kalymnos’ sponges. Also look for the local honey in the beautiful jars, available in most of the shops with traditional products. If you want to spoil your self by buying jewelry you’ll find many at reasonable prices.