The Tsakonian variety of eggplants are unique to Leonidio Kynouria area of the Peloponnese. They are a local produce and most of the locals grow them. They are purple, the color of pleasure, which you will definitely feel once you try them. They are considered one of the best and…

 Epirus is famous for its healthy food, cooked with local ingredients. In the area of Ioannina and at the Zagorochoria you will find this popular dish in the local cafes. Enjoy it with local tsipouro (distilled grapes). During the bitter cold winter weather, the locals often cook it with hot…

If one visits Central Greece, and specifically Kalampaka, Meteora or Trikala, there is an excellent meze you have to try. It is called “Spetsofai” and is not missing from any table. It is eaten either as an appetizer or as a main dish. The problem with this dish is, you…

Thessaloniki is known as the "the city that never sleeps". In the heart of the entertainment area called “Ladadika” you will taste unforgettable delicacies such as Suzukakia in onion sauce. Every tavern serves their version. It is a dish that has its roots in the "City" -Istanbul and was brought…

A traditional easy recipe from the region of Eastern Macedonia, mainly the villages of Grevena and Valia Calda, is “Tigania of Macedonia”. Since hunting is very popular in this area for most of the year, and all homes have a hunter, this dish is primarily made with wild boar. It…

"Tzigerosamades" is a very old recipe of Thrace, its traces have been lost for centuries. You will either love or hate this recipe depending if you like eating liver. It is a unique recipe full of aromas that one must try it.   Recipe ingredients 1 lamb pluck or goat…

In the area of ​​Drama and Kilkis you will enjoy specialties with the freshest local products. Buffaloes are raised in the area and visitors can taste buffalo products, including the famous sausages of Heraklion (Tzoumagias). The award-winning desert “Kazandibi” is made with buffalo milk. The recipe is hereunder. Recipe ingredients:…

he islands do not necessarily have only seafood and fish. If you have chestnuts and small onions from the island of Mytilene or Chios, you will make magically delicious recipes. A local meat recipe with chestnuts and bones has been made many times on these islands. Of course, until you…

A traditional recipe from the Dodecanese, specifically from the island of the Knights, Rhodes, is the Pitaroudia. You will want to make this recipe whenever you have friends over. It is an excellent appetizer to enjoy with ouzo, wine or beer over some good conversation.Recipe ingredients• 4 onions• 2 ripe…

In ancient times and continuing today, the olive tree has been among the most important in Greece. It has played an important role in the country’s economy and social development, but its greatest value is in Greek worship, beliefs, and customs.  The first written records refer to the name “ελια”…