A walk in the plain of Chania – Platanias can convince anyone that Crete can produce everything and be self-sufficient.
Citrus and avocados are some typical products of the plain, with the shift to this particular crop being almost universal.
And yet... oranges are the ones that have marked the childhood years of every citizen of the plain.
Juicy, fragrant and sweet... like memories.
But what makes them unique? The special micro-climate, the atmospheric humidity, great sunshine all throughout the year and irrigation from the waters of the White Mountains.
Exports are fewer in recent years, however, Chania oranges are still available in the Greek market.
When someone mentions the cheeses of Crete, they certainly add to the “picture” the mizithra, the gruyere and the athotyro. In Crete, cheese is consumed in every hour of the day, from morning until late at night, as an accompaniment or as a main meze, an appetizer or even as a dessert. It is never […]
The Minoan civilization is placed from the end of the Neolithic Age to the beginning of the Iron Age (3200 – 1000 BC). Its name is due to the explorer of Knossos, Sir Arthur Evans, who was inspired by the name of the king of the island, also known from mythology as Minos. The palaces […]
Botanical Garden - The Story "For the first time in human history, humans are disconnected from their natural environment and Mother Earth. It's the first era where living in a technological milieu, surrounded by the stimuli of a virtual reality, dominates our spaces, from homes to offices, with gadgets like TVs, computers, and smartphones shaping […]
Rooted in the island's rich culinary traditions, these elements highlight the importance of consuming whole, minimally processed foods, including fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and using olive oil as the main fat source.
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