Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo expands business empire with first US Antetokounmbros store in Milwaukee

Giannis Antetokounmpo is thriving not only on the basketball court but also in business ventures outside of it. The Greek Freak, who deeply values his Greek heritage, announced the opening of Avli’s Milwaukee branch on September 20th, promising to offer regional Greek cuisine.

This new venture brings his culinary interests closer to his Milwaukee home, where he plays for his NBA team. Impressively, just 17 days after launching Avli, the Antetokounmpo brothers have introduced an American outlet of their other successful Greek department store, Antetokounbros.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Launches Antetokounmbros Store in the Heart of Milwaukee

Giannis Antetokounmpo has further expanded his business endeavors by bringing a piece of his Greek heritage to the heart of Milwaukee. In a move that delighted fans and shoppers alike, he opened the first American outlet of the Antetokoumbros store on October 7. This venture extends the already impressive business portfolio of the Antetokounmpo brothers, who initially launched their store in Athens, Greece.

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The Antetokoumbros store in Milwaukee offers a wide range of merchandise celebrating the accomplishments and culture of the Greek brothers in the NBA. The store has popular items like hoodies, coffee mugs, and bucket hats that resonate with fans of the brothers’ style and story. The store aims to bring a taste of the Greek lifestyle to the American public, providing a unique shopping experience that reflects the Antetokounmpo brothers’ success and cultural background.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Set to Bring Authentic Greek Flavors to Milwaukee

Giannis Antetokounmpo, the  2021 NBA champion and the proud bearer of his Greek heritage, recently fulfilled his dream of bringing the authentic flavors of Greece to Milwaukee. On September 20, he announced the opening of the Milwaukee branch of ‘Avli,’ a regional Greek restaurant. This venture allows Giannis to enjoy the tastes of his home food.  The most fascinating thing about Avli is that the restaurant is only a mile from the Bucks’ Fiserv Forum.

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Avli, a part of the Creative Greek restaurant’s group, represents the core values of Greek hospitality – Philoxenia, joy (Kefi), and passion (Meraki). The restaurant aims to offer a blend of tradition and modern style, giving guests a captivating Greek dining experience.

The Creative Greek group, together with Giannis, hopes to promote modern Greek culture and food worldwide in the future. They currently have three locations in Chicago and one in Milwaukee. Giannis’s commitment to his heritage and the city he adores can be seen in this culinary initiative, which offers Milwaukee residents and Bucks fans a taste of Greece.

Shariare Hasib

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Shariare Hasib is an NBA Editor at SportsKnot. With a master's degree in journalism from a prestigious university, Shariare started writing about the sport during his undergraduate years. Since then, he has been fascinated by LeBron James' lasting impact as well as Stephen Curry's incredible consistency. He specializes in live basketball coverage. Apart from reporting on trade speculations and match updates during off-season activities, Shariare frequently interacts with fan communities to stay abreast of the constantly evolving NBA scene.

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