Skopelos Plums and Prunes: The Island’s Orchard Tradition

Skopelos, Greece — Basel, Universitätsbibliothek, A III 21, f. 29r – Ambrosius

Skopelos, a lush island in the Northern Sporades, is renowned for its rich tradition of plum cultivation. The island’s unique climate and fertile soil create ideal conditions for growing plums, which are sun-dried into the famous Skopelos prunes, known locally as damaskina. These prunes are not only a staple in the local diet but also … Read more

Skopelos Cheese Pie: The Island’s Spiral Tiropita

Skopelos, Greece — Basel, Universitätsbibliothek, A III 21, f. 141v – Ambrosius

Skopelos cheese pie, known locally as tyropita strifti, is a culinary emblem of the island. This distinctive dish features thin phyllo dough filled with local white cheese, meticulously wound into a spiral and pan-fried to a golden perfection. Unlike the layered cheese pies found on the Greek mainland, Skopelos’ version is known for its crispy … Read more

Skopelos Restaurants: Where to Eat on the Island

Skopelos, Greece — Skopelos Lighthouse

Skopelos, a lush island in the Northern Sporades, offers a variety of dining experiences that highlight its rich culinary traditions. From the bustling tavernas of Skopelos Town to the serene beachside eateries, the island is a haven for food lovers seeking authentic Greek flavors. Local specialties, such as the famous Skopelos cheese pie and fresh … Read more

Thassos Food and Local Cuisine

Thassos Food and Local Cuisine

Thassos food draws its character from the island’s olive groves, honey, harbours and mountain pastures. The kitchen here leans on a handful of honest ingredients rather than elaborate technique. Cold-pressed olive oil dresses almost every plate, while wrinkled throumba olives and pine honey carry the island’s name across Greece. Fishermen land sardines, octopus and calamari … Read more

The Modiano Market in Thessaloniki

The Modiano Market in Thessaloniki

Modiano Market, located in the heart of Thessaloniki, is a bustling hub of culinary activity and cultural history. Originally designed by Eli Modiano, it stands on a site that was rebuilt following a devastating fire. The market’s architecture features a basilica-style layout with a glazed roof, offering a vibrant space for vendors and visitors. Following … Read more

Milos Capers

Milos capers

Milos capers and caper leaves are a signature local ingredient, picked wild from the volcanic rocks and woven through the island cuisine. Plan food trips and tours through My Greece Tours. Capers are a flavour cornerstone of the Milos travel guide. The sections below cover what makes Milos capers special, the dishes that use them, … Read more

Milos Cooking Class

Milos cooking class

A Milos cooking class is a hands-on Greek cuisine experience, with local ingredients, traditional recipes and a meal you prepare yourself. Plan a cooking class and tours through My Greece Tours. A cooking class is a delicious angle on the Milos travel guide. The sections below cover what a class is, what you cook, where … Read more

Mykonos Traditional Food

Mykonos traditional food

Mykonos traditional food centres on the spicy kopanisti cheese, louza cured pork, Mykonian sausages, the kremidopita onion pie, fresh Cycladic seafood and the almond amygdalota sweets, a rich local cuisine beyond the glamorous restaurants. This guide covers the must-try dishes, where to eat them and tips for tasting authentic Mykonian food. Traditional cuisine is a … Read more

Tinos Food and Wine

Tinos food

Tinos food is built on small producers rather than big brands, from air-cured louza pork and sharp kopanisti cheese to artichokes, capers, honey and the granite-grown wines of T-Oinos. The island ranks among the finest culinary destinations in the Cyclades, with festivals dedicated to its produce. This guide covers what to eat, where to eat … Read more