October: the month of raki-making in Crete
At this time of year one of the great rituals of Cretan life begins: the making of raki - the fiery alcoholic spirit of Crete. The process for making raki or tsikoudia as it’s also known, has remained the…
5 fabulous things to do in Rethymno
As summer reaches its peak there’s no better day-out than a visit to Crete’s third largest city, and some would say its most alluring. Rethymno is a town full of wonders, with great restaurants, historic architecture, a two-kilometre golden sand…
Street Food Festival at Anemos Luxury Grand Resort
The East meets the West at "Meltemi" main restaurant A unique gastronomic festival, celebrating ethnic cuisines from around the world, takes place twice per month at Meltemi main restaurant. Anemos Luxury Grand Resort presents a unique gastronomic event which will…
Winter Warmer: In Praise of Cretan Mountain Tea
As temperatures drop there’s no better time for a warming cup of tea. But in Crete, there’s a very special herbal infusion to savour at this time of year. Malotira, (known locally as Tsai tou vounou (Tea of the mountains) and…
Traditional Cretan Christmas Table
During Christmas, every sub-region of Greece has its traditional food favorites. From the age-old tradition of the Choirosfagia to the fantastic textures and seasonal sweets, Crete has a long-standing Christmas culinary tradition. For the people of Crete, and those visitors lucky enough to share in these festivities, the season of abundance is unbelievably rich.
Cretan Superfoods: The Carob and Creta Carob Factory in Argyroupoli
The humble carob – Ceratonia siliqua – is known by many names. Be it called St John’s bread, locust bean, locust-tree, or carob bush, this evergreen produces a type of superfood that offers a lot of health benefits. This superfood is processed not far from Georgioupoli, at Creta Carob factory in Argyroupoli.
Unforgettable Moments: Dining at Mythos Palace Resort & Spa
Mythos Palace Resort & Spa, one of our three flagship Georgioupoli resorts, is a family-friendly destination that offers unforgetable culinary experiences for guests of all ages.
Traditional Cretan Desserts
Apart from the wonderful scenery, the amazing crystal clear beaches and the bright sun, Crete is known for its gastronomic delicacies. The Cretan Gastronomy reveals the lifestyle philosophy of the locals and the famous Cretan hospitality. As we said in…
The famous Cretan Gastronomy and its benefits
No matter who you ask, it is a common knowledge that Crete is famous for its gastronomy and the delicious meals that the locals prepare with local- fresh ingredients gathered from their gardens. The Cretan Gastronomy and therefore the Cretan…
The King of the Cretan Diet: Cretan Olive Oil
The Cretan olive oil is also known as the “king” of the Cretan diet. It is one of the best oils in the world and has exceptional health benefits and particularities. It is still produced traditionally with a wooden or stone press, but there are also modern factories that make most of the oil that is exported from Crete.
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