Kymi - Gastronomy Tours

A Flavourful Escape on the Balcony of the Aegean

Perched on the eastern coast of Evia, Kymi Food Tours immerses you in a world where citrus-scented breezes and mountain vistas shape a truly unique culinary experience. Wander through orchards brimming with juicy oranges, sample artisan cheeses from hillside villages, and taste honey infused with the aroma of wild herbs. From sea to summit, each bite is a tribute to the rich land and timeless traditions of Kymi.

What Makes Kymi a Unique Culinary Destination

• Citrus and Figs: Kymi is famed for its juicy oranges and world-renowned PDO dried figs, harvested with care and bursting with natural sweetness.
• Mountain and Sea Fusion: Fresh seafood meets wild greens, olive oil, and mountain herbs in dishes that reflect both Kymi’s coastal and agricultural heritage.
• Traditional Excellence: Family-run tavernas and courtyard eateries serve time-honored recipes like hortopita, ladera, and grilled octopus, with flavors rooted in generations of local wisdom.
• Scenic Flavors: Known as the “Balcony of the Aegean,” Kymi offers food tours with breathtaking views, blending gastronomy with nature at its most poetic.

Local Highlights & Gastronomic Treasures

• Kymi Figs (PDO): These sun-dried treasures are considered among the best in Greece—soft, sweet, and rich in nutrients. Often eaten plain or incorporated into desserts.
• Fresh Seafood from the Aegean: Grilled octopus, sardines, calamari, and mullet are staples at the harbor’s seaside tavernas, bringing the freshness of the sea to your plate.
• Artisan Cheeses & Olive Oil: Sample cheeses from nearby mountain villages and local olive oil that enhances everything from salads to stews.
• Wild Greens & Pies: Dishes like hortopita (wild greens pie) and kolokithopita (zucchini pie) showcase the bounty of the land and traditional phyllo techniques.
• Ladera & Legume Dishes: Olive oil-based vegetarian classics like fasolakia, revithada, and briam offer simple but deeply satisfying flavors.
• Traditional Sweets: Taste local desserts such as amygdalota (almond cookies), fig spoon sweets, and other fig-based delights made with love and minimal processing.
• Local Wines & Tsipouro: Complete your meal with a glass of Evian wine or tsipouro, distilled in nearby villages—perfect accompaniments to the strong, clean flavors of the region.

A Destination Beyond the Plate

Kymi isn’t just about food—it’s about harmony with the land, hospitality, and timeless Greek tradition. As you explore this amphitheatrically built town with its stunning views and layered history, you’ll taste the rhythm of a life closely tied to nature, the sea, and the seasons.

Explore Our Kymi Food Tours

From fig farms to coastal fish tavernas, Kymi Food Tours offer an immersive experience into Evia’s eastern culinary soul. Whether you’re savoring handmade pies in a mountain village or sipping wine by the sea, each stop unveils a new layer of flavor, culture, and authentic Greek hospitality.