In the last ten years, feta cheese sales have surged by an astounding 700%, to €1 billion from €142 million in 2014.
Food
Souvlaki Prices Escalate in Greece
As souvlaki prices rise, tourists may need to seek alternatives that offer an authentic taste while staying within budget.
Heat Waves and Drought Devastate Greece’s 2024 Chestnut Harvest
In Greece, the scorching heat and prolonged drought have left most chestnuts clinging to branches, unripened and unsalvageable.
Olive Harvest Innovation in Ierapetra
A group of dedicated olive growers from the Livadia region in Ierapetra kickstarted the harvest of the early Koroneiki table olives. Managing around 3,000 olive trees both in the wider area and in Chrysopigi, Sitia, they work with precision to maintain the quality of their produce. South of Vainias village, the team carefully combed through […]
Halikidiki’s Famous Honey Faces a Dry Spell
In Halkidiki, beekeepers grapple with the effects of an unyielding climate. The agricultural cooperative Melis Sithon, once a beacon of fruitful honey production, reports a bleak season. Drought has parched the area, slashing expected yields by over half. “This year has been a tough ride for beekeepers across Greece,” states Dimitris Mitsiaras, director of Melis […]
SEVITEL: Lower Olive Oil Prices Expected in Greece
Consumers can anticipate a welcomed shift in olive oil prices, as this year’s harvest will outperform 2023’s output.
Spain: Attempted Theft as Olive Harvest Begins
Increased olive oil prices due to weather adversities attract criminal activities.
Γρηγόρης (Gregory’s) Expands to Cyprus, Romania
Γρηγόρης (Gregory’s) expanded its international footprint with the recent opening of two new locations overseas in Cyprus and Romania.
Orange Wines of Crete Take Center Stage
The orange wines of Crete are the latest viticultural trend. This is interesting for many reasons, mainly because of the ancient traditions and unique processes for creating these aromatic and intense wines. Orange wines are a type of white wine produced here in Crete and elsewhere. They apply the same maturation and technical processes as […]
OMW: A New Health Marvel
Olive mill wastewater (OMW), once considered waste, is now recognized for potential health benefits.
Crete Selected as Gastronomic Region of Europe for 2026
Crete has been selected to be included in the Gastronomic Regions of Europe 2026 by The International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism (IGCAT). An international jury comprising four experts, accompanied by IGCAT’s President, Diane Dodd, PhD, evaluated the application of the Crete region for the title of European Region of Gastronomy 2026. After […]
Climate Challenges for Crete’s Olive Farmers
Cretan olive farmers are in crisis. Extreme weather, with relentless heat and severe drought, threatens to destroy their olive harvests.
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