Archive for 'Food and Wine in Greece'

Everyone knows that food is one of the most important parts of any trip and one of the things that you need to lock down immediately when planning a holiday. Greece, in particular, is one of those places that has an especially beloved cuisine made up of tasty and wholesome Mediterranean dishes with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, fish, meats, and delicious sauces. As a result, anyone who has found a vacation rental in Greece should make a point to sample as much of the culinary riches and delights that the country has to offer as possible. Of course, you can do this in endless markets and little restaurants and eateries all over the country. However, if you're a serious foodie visiting Greece, you might want to also pencil in some trips to her most famous and celebrated restaurants. As such, we have compiled a list of every restaurant in the Michelin guide to Greece so you can get to planning all of your days around where you're going to eat on your holidays...or is it just us that do that?

Sitia is the name of a region and town on Crete that is one of the least touristy parts of the island but boasts exceptional surroundings, natural bounty, lots to see and do, and some of the friendliest locals that you could hope to meet while on holidays. If you have found a vacation rental in Crete, Sitia is the perfect, chilled-out spot to spend some time unwinding and having fun, a little off the beaten tourist path.

While it was built up during the Venetian rule of Crete, Sitia does not reflect its ancient past, as a whole, and, yet, is utterly charming. It is clean and tidy, with friendly faces, white-washed Greek homes, little shops, winding streets, and a surrounding landscape that is perfectly primed and waiting to be explored. On Sundays, the “volta” takes place, an event that fills the streets with townspeople parading in their finery in front of the neighbours, cafes and tavernas and is a passive but fascinating spectacle to behold.

When one imagines a vacation rental in Crete or a holiday in Greece, they might picture themselves sipping chilled drinks on the beach but, if you find yourself there in the colder months, then we have a seasonal beverage in mind that might be a little more suitable. Rakomelo is the Greek alternative to mulled wine and is a hot, spiced beverage originally from Crete that is served at the ski resorts dotted throughout the country and in lots of towns all over Greece, with regional variations. If you're in Greece over the winter and making the most of the fact that 80% of the country is covered in mountains and it is, surprisingly, quite a good place to go skiing, then you should make sure to grab a glass of this magical stuff and curl up by the fire after long days on the slopes.

Greece is famous for a rich and diverse cuisine that is awash with endless tasty dishes, which pull from its long history and diverse gamut of cultural influences. From sweet and sticky desserts to fresh salads packed with flavour and perfectly cooked meats to wholesome soups, there are all sorts of amazing dishes, all of which are jam-packed with incredible ingredients like yoghurts, distinct cheeses, perfectly vine-ripened vegetables and fruits, and more.

If you happen to find yourself in Kalamata, the colourful seaside city on the Peloponnese peninsula, there is one ingredient and food product that you need to get your hands on and try: the local Kalamata olive.

Those who have always wanted a break from the chaos of Christmas and all the planning and organisation, might have dreamed of an overseas getaway. Greece has a long and rich orthodox history and tradition and the festive period in Greece is a fascinating experience. Most importantly, it has bred some wonderful culinary traditions and what could be more important at Christmas than the food? We've been highlighting some of the most important pastries, sweets, and treats to get your hands on so just find your vacation rental with internet in Greece and start planning your festive getaway menu with more of these key Greek Christmas delights...