2018年9月11日 · Guests of Candia Park village are treated to a range of traditional sweets every day at the Agapi Main restaurant and To Fili Taverna, where young and old are sure to discover new favourites! From syrup-drenched cakes to chewy cinnamon cookies, Greece’s vibrant and multicultural history has resulted in a plethora of tempting sweet treats!

2024年12月7日 · Discover 41 authentic Cretan and Greek gifts on Amazon, from traditional foods to artisanal products. Perfect for Greek food lovers and anyone missing Greece!

2024年10月24日 · Three essential desserts form the core of Cretan sweet cuisine: kalitsounia, sfakianopita, and xerotigana. These traditional confections carry the weight of history, with recipes preserved and adapted through centuries.

Cretan desserts mirror the island’s culture, history, and traditions. On Crete, you can find a variety of sweets that are not only delicious but also hold special meanings in celebrations and everyday life. Desserts like xerotigana and kalitsounia are popular treats that showcase the flavors and ingredients of the region.

2020年2月23日 · Candie, a former name of Crete, exported candied fruits that were so popular they were known as 'candy'. We are often fascinated with how the names of cities and towns evolve and as we shared in last week's blog, Yasou from Crete, this city and island has been known by many names.

2025年1月29日 · Sfakianopita is a traditional Cretan treat that couples layers of thin, unleavened dough and soft white whey cheese. The pie is typically made with flour, olive oil, water, salt, and a shot of raki (Cretan tsikoudia ), and rather than being filled with local myzithra cheese, the dough is kneaded with the cheese.

Sfakianopita is a traditional Cretan treat that couples layers of thin, unleavened dough and soft white whey cheese. The pie is typically made with flour, olive oil, water, salt, and a shot of raki (Cretan tsikoudia), and rather ... READ MORE. These classic Cretan cookies combine flaky dough with a sweet nut-based filling.

2024年1月4日 · Crete’s xerotigana, deep-fried spiral pastries drizzled with local thyme honey and sprinkled with sesame seeds, is a delightful, crunchy treat that perfectly encapsulates the island’s culinary tradition.

The glow that radiates from these extraordinary lanterns is enchanting. Each clay lantern is thrown by hand by artisans on the Greek island of Crete. It is made in 2 pieces: the bottom half holds a candle, and the top half functions as a dome. Both pieces are carefully detailed with round holes just under ½” in diameter that emit light.

2012年2月7日 · Sweet Kalitsounia (Luxnarakia) in Crete, Loukoumia – sweet delights in Syros Island, Mandorla caramelized almonds in Corfu island, cream filled Bougatsa in Thessaloniki and many other sweet surprises are waiting to be discovered all over Greece!