The islands of the North Aegean are famous for their culinary delights, as there is wide variety of local products.
The products are processed, packaged and distributed both in the Greek and in international markets and are renowned for their high quality and taste.
Some of these products are Lesvos’ olive oil and ouzo, Samos’ wine and olive oil, Chios’ mastic and citrus fruits, Ikaria’s wine, Limnos’ cereals and wine.
Every year, the islands host gastronomy festivals featuring local products. Gastronomic tours and cooking lessons are also organised.
The North Aegean basket of local products includes:
8 Products with Protected Designation of Origin
– Olives: Throumpa of Chios
– Cheese: Kalathaki of Limnos, Ladotyri of Mytilini, Kaseri, Feta
– Gums and resins: Chios Chewing Gum and Chios Mastic (Mastiha)
– Essential oils: Chios Mastic Oil
3 Products with Protected Geographical Indication
– olive oil of Lesvos or Mytilini and olive oil of Samos
– Tangerine of Chios
Chios mastic (mastiha) is a unique product which is produced nowhere else in the world. The villages of Mastiha (Mastihohoria) present great cultural interest and attract many visitors.