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Crete has always been more than a destination.It is a land of flavour, memory, biodiversity and hospitality. In 2026, Crete holds the title of European Region of Gastronomy, a distinction awarded by the International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism. This recognition does not simply celebrate food. It honours the deeper relationship between a […]

Tropical and subtropical crops in Crete are a risk for every producer; however, they open new roads, especially if one connects these plants with tourism. The avocado holds the scepter of these crops, since it seems that it has found its home in Chania. However, interest in other crops is growing. Guava, mango, passion fruit […]

The flavour of a place is not born only in the kitchen.It is born in the landscape. In the soil, the light, the water, the air, the plants, the herbs, the fruits and the rhythm of the seasons. Before an ingredient becomes part of a recipe, it has already existed as part of an ecosystem. […]

The geographical position of Crete in the Mediterranean is such that it can be described as strategic. Serving as a crossroads between three continents, besides its huge geopolitical importance that it holds, Crete’s position is also associated with the development of its climate and thus with its biodiversity (flora and fauna). A place of intense […]