Glossary
Retsina
Retsina: Ancient Greek wine with pine resin, preserved in sealed amphorae. Enjoy with Mediterranean dishes. A taste of tradition, part of Greece's rich history.
Spanakopita
Spanakopita or Hortopita Spanakopita (spinach pie) is a combination of spinach and feta cheese tucked in layers of filo dough, or by using various greens mixed together you get a hortopita. It…
Tsalafouti
"Tsalafouti" has been registered in the list of Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) products and has been recognized as spread cheese, based on the decision of the Greek Ministry of Agriculture. It…
Anevates
Anevates tiganites are Greek sourdough dessert balls fried, drizzled with warm honey, and sprinkled with sesame seeds, a beloved treat.
Amygdalota
Amygdalota, Greek almond cookies, famous sweets in Kymi, Andros, Spetses, Hydra, and Monemvasia, made with almonds, rosewater, and fragrant spices.
Akanes
Akanes, a traditional sweet from Serres, Greece, known for its unique flavors and rich history, featuring fresh goat or buffalo butter and various nut fillings.
Ahladakia
Amygdalota, Greek almond candies, come in various regional variations, often flavored with anthonero and unique ingredients for special occasions.
Afrina
Afrina, the "fleur de sel," is a hand-collected, unprocessed salt blossom from salt-pans, prized for its lightness and ideal for uncooked dishes.
Agnopita
Agnopita is a traditional Cretan dish that has been enjoyed for centuries by locals and visitors alike. This delicious dish is a pan-fried mizithra pita, which is made with pure, soft, and…
Agoureleo
Agoureleo is intensely green olive oil from unripe olives, offering unique bitterness, spiciness, and fruitiness due to its early harvest.
Tulumba
Tulumba is a deep-fried dessert soaked in syrup and made from dough which is squeezed through a special nozzle from a pastry bag. The batter is similar to French pâte à choux…
Tsoureki
Tsoureki is a traditional sweet, spongy holiday bread that has various names around the world. The name derives from the Turkish word corek and means any type of bread made with dough…
Tsipouro
Tsipouro is an authentic Greek product closely intertwined with the Greek lifestyle, hospitality, and entertainment. It is produced by distilling the grape marc. High-quality grapes are integral to the production of superior…
Tsipa
Staka and stakovoutiro are produced from tsipa. The raw material for stakovoutiro, tsipa is the crust produced by a boiled mix of sheep and goat milk when it is left uncovered for…
Tsiladia
Tsiladia or Ziladia, Pihti Tsiladia is an exquisite dish known since antiquity that was especially beloved in Byzantine times. Pihti or ziladia, as it is called in Crete (due to its Venetian origin),…
Tsikoudia
Tsikoudia or Raki Tsikoudia is a translucent, strong alcoholic beverage produced and consumed largely in Crete. Each November people throughout the island gather around a boiler or “kazani” as they call it,…
Tsigarides
Tsigarides or Sisira When holidaying in Syros, Andros, or Tinos, one has the opportunity to try local products of exceptional quality and special local recipes that offer unique moments of gastronomic pleasure! Don't…
Trahana
A basic pasta of the Greek cuisine, trahana is one of the oldest foods in the Eastern Mediterranean, having nourished countless generations. A tiny, raw grain product that comes in numerous varieties…
Touloumotiri
Its name derives from the fact that it matures in an animal-skin bag (frequently goat-skin), whereby the animal skins are turned inside-out so that their pelts are in contact with the cheese.…
Touloumisio
Its name derives from the fact that it matures in an animal-skin bag (frequently goat-skin), whereby the animal skins are turned inside-out so that their pelts are in contact with the cheese.…
Tirovolia
This is a fresh cheese from sheep, goat, or mixed milk, and is unsalted and creamy, with a sour taste, and should be consumed while it is fresh. It is mainly used…
Tirosalata
Tirosalata is one of the most popular appetizers and delicious side dishes for grilled meats! It is easily made for enjoyment as a meze with wine or ouzo. We break down feta…
Tiropitaria
In Euboea, the locals always accompany their lunch or dinner with a special kind of tiropita called tiropitari. It is a traditional fried cheese pie of incredible taste, with a filling of…
Tiropita
Tiropita is a pie made of dough or traditional filo, and with a filling usually made with feta, cheese and egg. A very popular fast food, it is often eaten on the…
