Local flavors

Thessaloniki’s dishes are delicious, fragrant and colorful. Some of them were born here with local chefs to constantly evolve them, other came to Thessaloniki by the Greek refugees from Asia Minor and Pontus and became part of the gastronomic wealth of the city. With fresh ingredients from the generous Macedonian land and the seas, local flavors of Thessaloniki promise a journey that will elevate your senses!

 

OLIVE OIL EXPERIENCE

The ZETA-THETA olive oil standardizing and packaging company is a family business with a special love for olive oil. In their space they process, standardize and package

Bakaliaros (Cod)

Fish of the poor once the "bakaliaros", quickly became a favorite food for the Thessalonians. Traditionally cooked in festivals and national Days such as March 25, Palm S

Patsas (Tripe Soup) with mashed garlic & chilli flakes (homemade)

The history of "patsas" in Thessaloniki begins 60 years ago. The preparation of tripe is a real rite and gives an energizing, tonic, hearty and delicious dish. The tripe

Tsoureki Thessaloniki (Brioche)

Thessaloniki is undoubtedly the "Queen of brioche". Sweet temptation with fragrant aroma, fantastic taste and enthusiastic fans has exceeded the boundaries of the city an

Trigona from Panorama

The story " Trigona from Panorama" still exists for 50 years. The Thessalonians, especially on Sundays, go uphill in Panorama (northern suburb of Thessaloniki) to enjoy t

Loukoumades – Greek deep-fried Donuts with honey and cinnamon

The donuts are the favorite snack of the Thessalonians. In the city's donut shops you will find a wide variety of donuts. Their excellent taste make crazy all ages. You c

Gyros

Fast food in Thessaloniki has a name: Gyros! Made from pork or chicken, marinated with spicy seasonings, well grilled and crispy, it is certainly one of the most tasty d

Bougatsa of Thessaloniki (sweet pie with cream)

40 years ago "bougatsa" pie became known in Thessaloniki when some craftsmen from Serres settled here. Within a few years the city was full of bougatsa shops. The prepara

Thessaloniki’s bagel

Favorite breakfast snack of the Thessalonians, began to be manufactured in our city by Greek refugees from Asia Minor. It is one of the healthiest sources of carbohydrate