Fistiki Aiginis

Fistiki (pistachio) is the fruit of the pistachio-tree, a small deciduous tree. Pistachio is native to Iran with the earliest traces of the fruit being eaten dating back to the 7th millennium BC. The pistachio-tree ranges among the trees known after the conquests of Alexander the Great. During the Byzantine Empire, pistachios used to be very popular and were offered in the eateries as appetizer to accompany wine. Currently, pistachio-trees are widely cultivated in Asia, the Mediterranean and the United... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Fistiki Aiginis PDO – Nikos Tzitzis

Aegina Dry Nuts The company “Fistiki Aiginis PDO” – Nikos Tzitzis, under the trading name “AIGINA® – Dry Nuts” is a family business that was founded in 1952, when Giannis Tzitzis decided to process and package himself the pistachios growing on his estates. To this end, the company’s field of activity is the production, processing (cleaning, sorting), roasting and packaging of this unique local product of Aegina. Equipped with imported state-of-the-art machinery, the company’s... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Mavromatis Kumquat

Mavromatis is a family run enterprise. Its first plant opened in 1965 in Corfu town and it specialised in the promotion of the kumquat in sweets and liqueurs. In 1984 it moved to the Palaiokastritsa road, and in 2008 it transferred to new quarters in an ultramodern factory. Production, which absorbs 80% of the island’s kumquat crop, runs to an annual million bottles of liqueur and 50 tons of sweets. The company has since expanded to include ouzo, brandy and 20 different fruit liqueurs. Its red kumquat,... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Michalas Cold Cuts

Traditional Wood-Smoked Cold Cuts Michalas Cold Cuts is a family enterprise located near Doukades in Corfu. It got its start in 1981 as a one-man operation producing the local salami (salado) in the village of Lakones, and later evolved into a family business. As a company, it always abides by the most stringent hygiene standards, while placing emphasis on fresh meat and natural methods of curing and age-old techniques of binding sausage. Μore at Greek Gastronomy Guide... [su_slider source="media:... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Theotoki Estate

The Theotoki Estate, an expanse of 300 acres, is set in a breathtakingly beautiful spot in the Ropa Valley in Corfu, where the vineyard is surrounded by a pine forest and age-old olive groves. The Theotoki family is one of the oldest in Greece and the estate has belonged to the family for generations. Ioannis Theotokis, father of the present owner, Georgios, studied at the famous Universität für Bodenkultur (Agricultural University) in Vienna and was very tied to the land and his vines. After... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Corfu Beer

Corfiot Microbrewery The Corfiot Microbrewery was founded in 2006 by Spyros Kaloudis at Arillas in the northwest of Corfu, 35 kilometers from Corfu Town. In 2009 its first beers appeared on the market; by the following year, production had reached 100,000 liters, and in 2015, six years later, that figure has increased six-fold, making the company one of the most dynamic microbreweries in Greece. The beers of Corfu Beer all belong to the category of Real Ale – a live product naturally brewed... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Melissokomiki Kerkyras Vasilakis

Panagiotis Vasilakis’ honey company “MKV – Melissokomiki Kerkyras Vasilakis” is based in Vatos in NW Corfu. This model plant, the pride of the island, was completed in 2007 and includes 350 m2 of buildings, processing equipment, a chemistry lab and packaging technology. It produces certified organic honey, pollen, royal jelly and comb honey, with the quality and hygiene assurance system HACCP certified by ISO22000. Panagiotis Vasilakis was born in Athens and was a technical consultant... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Comeco – Corfu Meat Company

The Corfu Meat Company S.A., abbreviated COMECO S.A., was founded in Corfu by the Lavranos family. The company began operating in the meat and cured meat sector in 2001, using state of the art equipment and today is the largest on Corfu and one of the strongest in Greece. All of COMECO’s products are subject to stringent quality control as the company is certified with the food safety system ISO 22000:2005. Its range includes, among others, local products of the island. Μore at Greek Gastronomy... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Grammenos Family Winery

The Grammenos Family Winery is located at Aerostato on the top of the mountain above Sinarades, with a stunning view over the beach of Ai Gordi in Corfu. The family has been occupied with growing grapes and making wine since the mid 20th century. Their experience, knowledge, love and dedication led to the creation of a modern plant aimed at producing high quality wines. The ever-increasing potential of the enterprise has been confirmed by the success of their wines in the local market. Today the new Grammenos... διαβάστε περισσότερα

Makaronopiimata Pasta Corfu

In 2009, Corfu Town acquired its first fresh pasta shop. It has a curious name, “Makaronopiimata Pasta Corfu“, which translated means Macaroni Creations. At the shop, 17 Polychroniou Street, you’ll find a full range of fresh pasta from spaghetti to tagliatelle, papardelle, tagliolini, ravioli, elbow macaroni, lasagna, canneloni and more, in many different shapes and flavours. All the products are prepared in the traditional way, with particular attention and care, using only the finest ingredients... διαβάστε περισσότερα