Sfakian pies are perhaps ones of the most beloved in Crete. This pie is a traditional dish in the historical and formerly inaccessible sub-region of Sfakia, located in the south of West Crete in the Chania region. From there came the pie’s name—”Sfakianopita” (“Sfakian pie”). Outwardly, these pies resemble tortillas. Their taste is rich: soft […]

It’s strange, but the concept of a “Greek breakfast” is absent in Greek hotels, coffee houses, taverns and restaurants. Taking a walk in the morning along the cafes in the resort areas of the Greek islands, you will see signs indicating the English or European (sometimes called Mediterranean) breakfast. Don’t you think this is strange […]

The pride and heritage of Greece, the alcoholic drink of Ouzo is legally recognized as national drink and can only be produced in Greece The origin of the name “ouzo” is disputed. The most likely the name is from the Turkish word «grapes» (“üzüm”): a product from which alcohol was obtained in the East. The […]

The rule “we are what we eat” applies also to animals in Crete. The unique climate of the island affects all the products and animals that are grown here. Cretan sheep and goats graze year-round on green pastures, get all the possible vitamins, bask in the sun, breathe the cleanest air, so their meat has […]

Those who tried fasolada in Greece do not give up the hope of cooking something similar in their own kitchen Bean stew was already held in high esteem by the ancient Hellenes. It was considered one of the main dishes at the festival in honor of the god Apollo called Πυανέψια (literally translated as “bean-stewing”). […]

Who knows that snails belong to the favorite dishes of the Cretan cuisine? Called Khohlyush. A local national dish, like the frogs in France. So many ways to cook snails as in Crete doesn’t probably exist in any kitchen of the world. A cooking method depends on season. In the spring snails accompanies all kind […]

Served for both appetizer and dessert On Crete, “kalitsounias” are baked all over the island with many types of fillings: on holidays and as everyday meal; as must they are prepared for the Easter table and Shrovetide. Kalitsounia goes well with honey and sesame seeds. Delicious kalitsounias are produced according to traditional village recipes when […]

What can be tastier than a sip of water? For example, a sip from a cool bottle is very tasty when you “landed” in a coastal tavern after a trip along a gorge; and you will have a special pleasure, if the bottle is labeled ΖΑΡΟΣ.    Actually, such bottle can be found in Crete […]

Greek dinner often begins with meze: a variety of cold snacks. One of them may well be crunchy, fleshy light green slices of a vegetable with a mild pleasant taste. After a shot of raki it is just what you need! These are artichokes. You must have seen on the shelves of markets or shops […]