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Greek Traditional Treats: From the Islands to the Mountains
Duration
Availability
Guided Tour
Overnight Stay
Active Months
Bio Products
Bio Products
Toilets
Toilets
Accessibility
Accessibility
Tasting
Tasting
Dining Services
Dining Services
Retail Shop
Retail Shop
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Transfer Service
Transfer Service
Description
Launched in 2015, this dynamic initiative aims to capture the essence of Greece—its culture, landscapes, and traditions—through visual storytelling and multidimensional activities that promote tourism and authentic engagement. Highlighting everything from music and mythology to archaeology and gastronomy, the project paints a vibrant portrait of the country for global audiences.
Central to its mission is the creation of Greece’s most comprehensive Commercial Guide, showcasing modern entrepreneurship and innovation. Over time, research revealed gastronomy as the most powerful cultural connector. This led to the 2022 launch of two major initiatives: The Journey of Taste & Tourism and the Anthology of Greek Gastronomy. Both elevate Greece’s culinary richness and support sustainable tourism and economic growth.
The initiative has spotlighted regions like Santorini, Halkidiki, Syros, Kythera, Lesvos, Pieria Olympus, Rhodes, Kavala and others , documenting local life and celebrating community resilience. It honors culinary figures through awards and international promotion, forming a living archive-The Anthology of Greek Gastronomy A–Z.
In January 2027, the journey culminates in Athens with the 1st International Forum of Gastronomy & Tourism, uniting Greek regions and global stakeholders. At its heart are the unsung heroes of Greek cuisine—individuals whose stories and flavors connect Greece to the world.
ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION
Savor the essence of Greek hospitality through a curated selection of traditional treats and unique flavors, brought to life with love, storytelling, and timeless recipes:
Greek Coffee Rituals
Classic, slow-brewed Greek coffee
Or delicately flavored variations with natural aromas like Chios mastic and rose petals
Traditional Greek Desserts
Handmade loukoumia – soft, fragrant delights from another era
“Fruits in the Pan” – a sweet, spoon-served specialty, prepared the old-fashioned way by Grandma’s hands
Biscuit alternatives of the past – rustic, nostalgic bites from forgotten village recipes
Herbal & Mountain-Fresh Refreshments
Artisan refreshments made with pure spring water and natural ingredients from Mount Olympus, the sacred mountain of the gods
The full experience is brought to life through cinematographic filming, atmospheric music, and traditional storytelling in English by Executive Chef Sophia Stamou, who shares the memories, roots, and hidden meanings behind each treat.