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Shopping on a Trip to Greece

August 26, 2024 3 min read.

The culinary specialties to enjoy on a trip to Greece include honey, olives, olive oil, pistachios, herbs, and spices. There are also several types of cheese, including féta, and the sweets and cookies of zacharoplasteío (pastry shop). The fish is highly recommended in all their forms of preparation (they call it “falasiná” and it is worth trying the sea bream or tsipoura), as well as its typical bites called mezedes.

On a trip to Greece, it is also important to try its drinks, such as ouzo (anise), brandy, and tsípouro brandy. An hour before the restaurants open is a good time to have an ouzo or a glass of wine and try the typical Greek appetizers. When the sun sets over the Aegean it's time to look for an outdoor ouzeria. Retsina is a wine with a pine aroma, well known inside and outside the Greek borders. Drinking retsina fresh from a barrel in Greece while enjoying a traditional dish on a late summer night is a rare privilege. If retsina is not available in bulk, or a bottle inspires more confidence, try to get some of the better-known brands, with pastitsio, mousaká, roast chicken, lamb, or souvlaki.

What to Buy on a Trip to Greece

Handcrafted products are the best souvenirs from Greece, although not the cheapest. Craftsmanship ranges from carved gold reproductions of ancient Minoans to rustic vases, wooden spoons, and sandals. The island of Crete is known for its leatherwork; The town of Chaniá has a large market for products made of this material. Of the islands renowned for their ceramics, we can mention Crete, Lesvos, and Sífnos. In many towns on the Greek islands, embroidery (kéntima) and colored tapestries are made; You will see them hanging in shops along with thick flokáti rugs, made from sheep or goat wool in the mountainous regions of mainland Greece. In the villages of the smaller islands, many live almost all year round from the artisan products they sell in the summer. Haggling is very common if you buy directly.

Travel to Greece

Without a doubt, taking a trip to Grecia is one of those experiences that you have to do in life. If you are thinking about visiting Greece, as you can see the good food and regional and artisanal products will be waiting to steal your palate and your heart. Book your adventure with Greca and start dreaming of your trip!

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