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SAVOUR SYROS ON A GASTRONOMICAL ODYSSEY
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SAVOUR SYROS ON A GASTRONOMICAL ODYSSEY
Syros, Cyclades, Greece
Love at First Bite - Epicurean Tales
Meet the Locals
About this experience
Highlights
- A private taste journey to embrace island specialities
- Shop local products in a modern grocery store
- Befriend the national dessert of Syros, the legendary loukoumi
- Sample regional wines paired with traditional cheeses
- Learn about local eating habits and the multicultural wealth of the Syrian gastronomy
- Unlock the secrets of the famous cheese of Syros
- Revive forgotten island recipes
- Savour a dinner of local products in one of the most well-known traditional tavernas
Description
Your all-senses journey through the memorable flavours and aromas of cultured Syros starts from a modern grocery store that champions locally-grown products and gastronomy. Scouting local and regional goods from across Greece inspired the owner to launch his own premises from which to manufacture, label and distribute quality Greek products from Syros. You’ll find here all the famed ingredients that underpin the healthy Greek diet, as well as various Greek and local staples.
Come with us as we travel back in time to learn about traditional and forgotten recipes! The gastronomy of Syros mirrors its turbulent history by featuring flavours from all parts of Greece and beyond. The refugees from Chios and Asia Minor introduced Turkish delights and sweets. The evacuees from Smyrni brought spices of the Orient. The Capuchin monks gave the islanders prickly pears. Are you ready to encounter the number one product on Syros? We’re headed for a loukoumi workshop to take a deep dive into this delicious specialty based on the traditional Turkish delight. Prepare to discover the secret ingredient that elevates the island’s loukoumi above all others!
Next, we’ll appreciate two of the strongest pillars of Syrian gastronomy: wine and cheese. Together, we shall meet a winemaker and embark on a wonderful wine tasting interlude at his winery and vineyard. We’ll follow that up with a sampling of excellent local cheese at a leading island cheese-maker, who’ll also grant us an expert tour of his premises.
Our culinary experience ends with in with our dinner in a local taverna which has been voted in 2001 (survey of the French Tourist Agency "Nouvelles Frontieres") as the first tavern in quality, service and taste.
Experience Details
What is included
Your English speaking destination angel
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation by air conditioned vehicle
Drinks (wine, beer and bottled water)
All the dishes of the tastings
Drinks
Entrance fees
Local cheese production presentation
Winery admission fee and wine tasting
What is not included
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Beverage/drinks other the ones mentioned
Things you need to know
General terms and conditions
General terms and conditions
Before proceeding with the final booking, customer has to agree on applicable terms and conditions
Payment terms
Payment terms
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Deadline for reservations
Τhe latest deadline for submitting your booking request is 7 days before the desired date
Restrictions that might influence the operation
Αs per terms and conditions (extraordinary cancelations).
This experience is subject to weather conditions, (rain- strong winds).
Prepare for the experience
Know before you go
- If you are visiting Cycladic islands in the summertime, please note that it can get hot, especially between the end of June and the end of August. It is also common to have meltemi, strong north winds during the daytime
- It is important to know in advance if the quests have any food allergies/ dietary requirements
- Good physical condition & sturdy and comfortable shoes are required
- Guests must be without heart, lungs or breathing health problems
Starting time
12:30 pm
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, sun protection cream, hat and loose fitted clothing
NOT suitable
- Wheelchair users / People with mobility impairments
- Children
Meeting point
Your hotel, villa or yacht