Top Things to Do in Halkidiki: Your Essential Guide

Top Things to Do in Halkidiki: Your Essential Guide Are you looking for the best things to do in Halkidiki? This stunning peninsula in northern Greece offers crystal-clear waters, lush pine forests, and rich ancient history. Whether you want adventure, cultural immersion, or pure relaxation, Halkidiki has a diverse range of activities that will make your[…]

Cooking with Greek Olive Oil: The Best Tips and Authentic Mediterranean Recipes

Marmaro olive oil being poured onto a plate with grapes, bread, and other fresh foods

Cooking with Greek Olive Oil: The Best Tips and Authentic Mediterranean Recipes   Greek olive oil is not just a pantry staple—it’s the tie that binds Mediterranean cuisine and a tie that binds Greece’s rich gastronomic heritage, especially in regions like Halkidiki. Whether you’re a home cook or will be tasting olive oil in Greece,[…]

Olive Oil Tasting in Halkidiki – A Guide to the Mediterranean’s Best Flavors

Smiling man and woman clink martini glasses filled with olive oil against a bright blue sea horizon.

Olive Oil Tasting in Halkidiki – A Guide to a Unique Mediterranean Experience   The Fundamentals of Olive Oil Tasting in Halkidiki Tasting olive oil in Halkidikiis a sensory experience that allows you to connect with the region’s rich history of olive cultivation and Mediterranean cooking. Although olive oil is a common ingredient for everyone,[…]

Chondrolia Chalkidikis: A Gem of Greek Olive Cultivation

Close-up of a single green Chondrolia Chalkidkis olive hanging from a branch.

Introduction to the variety Chondrolia Chalkidikis, or Chalkidiki type, is one of the best-known olive varieties in Greece. The variety is most renowned for producing high-quality table olives and virgin olive oil (VOO). The name “Chondrolia Chalkidikis” originated from where it is widely grown – Chalkidiki, located in Northern Greece. This region has been a[…]

Koroneiki: The Crown Jewel of Greek Olive Oil Cultivation

Branch of multi-colored Koroneiki olives in various stages of ripeness.

Introduction to the Koroneiki Variety When it comes to Greek olive varieties, the Koroneiki stands out as a true gem, celebrated for its remarkable quality and bold flavor. This variety boasts a rich history that stretches back centuries, with roots believed to trace back to the area surrounding the town of Koroni in the Messenia[…]

NIOÉLIA: The Premium Greek Olive Oil from Zakynthos

Two white bottles of Nioelia Extra Virgin Olive Oil, one standing and one lying down, against a white background

The Birth of NIOÉLIA: A Journey from Family Tradition to Greek Luxury Olive Oil Production  Nestled in the fertile semi-mountainous landscapes of Zakynthos, Greece, Athina, and Giorgos have established NIOÉLIA, an exceptional olive oil company that has captivated the hearts of the people who buy its olive oil with its unparalleled quality and rich heritage.[…]