MENIKIO Dairy Tour & Cheese Tasting in Drama

Discover the Authentic Flavours of Northern Greece

Step inside the world of MENIKIO, a family-focused Greek dairy producer operating under the Agricultural and Livestock Cooperative of Prosotsani, in the beautiful region of Drama, Northern Greece.

Founded in 2008, MENIKIO has built its reputation by producing premium dairy products using fresh sheep’s and goat’s milk collected daily from its own livestock. Through a fully vertically integrated production model, every stage of the journey is carefully controlled—from cultivating animal feed and raising the animals to milk collection, processing, packaging, and distribution.

By combining traditional Greek dairy-making techniques with modern technology and strict quality standards, MENIKIO creates authentic products that reflect the rich gastronomic heritage of Northern Greece.

Dairy Tour and Cheese Tasting

Your experience begins with a guided tour of MENIKIO’s production facilities, where you’ll discover how high-quality dairy products are crafted from fresh milk to the finished product.

As you explore the production areas, you’ll learn about the cooperative’s history, philosophy, sustainable farming practices, and commitment to quality, traceability, and food safety.

Throughout the visit, your guide explains every stage of the production process, offering a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how traditional Greek dairy products are made while preserving authentic recipes and flavors.

Taste the Best of MENIKIO

After the tour, you’ll enjoy a generous guided tasting featuring some of MENIKIO’s finest dairy products.

Your tasting includes:

• Fresh sheep’s and goat’s milk
• Traditional sheep’s and goat’s yogurt
• Authentic Greek kefir
• Kefir spoon dessert
• Traditional Feta cheese
• Sheep & goat Graviera
• Kefalotyri cheese
• Goat cheese
• Grilled cheese

Many of the products are also available in certified organic varieties, showcasing MENIKIO’s commitment to sustainable agriculture and premium quality.

Learn, Taste & Connect

Throughout the tasting, you’ll discover:

• The unique characteristics of each dairy product
• Traditional production techniques
• The differences between sheep’s and goat’s milk
• Serving suggestions and food pairings
• The importance of organic dairy farming

You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions, interact with the MENIKIO team, and gain a deeper understanding of Greek dairy culture.