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Five Cretan Vegan Recipes for the Summer

18/09/2023

Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just curious about incorporating more plant-based meals into your diet, these five Cretan vegan recipes will satisfy your appetite. From light and zesty salads to hearty and flavorful mains, we have something for everyone. 1. Spanakorizo This dish combines the freshness of spinach with the heartiness of rice, making...Read More

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Cretan Carob: 5 Beneficial Nutrition Facts

03/07/2023

The ancient Greeks were the first to grow carob trees, and today the carob (Ceratonia siliqua) is one of Crete’s most precious treasures: the island even has Europe’s largest carob grove in the village Tris Ekklisies; however, you’ll find trees growing everywhere, even in the wild. Carob Grove of Tris Ekklisies If you want to...Read More

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Fancy a Drink? Your Go-to Cocktails

12/06/2023

You are now a guest of The Syntopia lifestyle destination on Crete Island, and you will find the experience as sophisticated as you. When you fancy a drink, our bars and newly opened roof garden serve craft cocktails and all kinds of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to quench your thirst. Here are some of your...Read More

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0rganic and Sustainable Food on Crete Island

05/03/2023

Generally, most of the food you eat on Crete Island is organic, chemical-free, and environmentally friendly. It is the very definition of sustainable. We support the trend; you’ll find sustainable food in our restaurants. However, if you want to adventure beyond our doors, here are the places where you will tame your cravings. Bostani Organic...Read More

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Favorite Cocktails from Our Barman

11/02/2023

When you are at The Syntopia, you can always count on enjoying a sophisticated cocktail at the bar, where our seasoned mixologist pours the best libations. After you leave the hotel and Crete, if you still crave your favourite cocktails from The Nomad and Beach Bar Roulis, we now give you the recipes to make...Read More

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Cretan Christmas Traditions

19/12/2022

The Cretan Christmas traditions follow the rules of the Greek Orthodox faith with some critical secularization elements somewhat similar to international customs; for example, there will be non-traditional Christmas lights everywhere and Christmas trees. Karavaki – Christmas Boats All over Crete, particularly on the coastlines, in every village – usually at its main entrance –...Read More

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Wine Making: An Ancient Craft

21/11/2022

“There’s a land called Crete, in the middle of the sea that looks like wine, It’s beautiful and fertile, surrounded by the waves.” ~ Homer, Odyssey 19.172–173 The Cretan Winemaking History Begins with the Minoans Crete has a long winemaking history with roots in the island’s Minoan past. Archaeologists discovered 41 Minoan wine presses (lēnoi)...Read More

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Rethymno, a Fish and Seafood Foodie Destination

02/11/2022

Rethymno has no shortage of restaurants that satisfy every palate. When locals and visitors want fresh seafood and fish, they have plenty of choices, some with beguiling views of the fortress and the sea, others for prices, and all for quality dishes made from scratch with seasonal ingredients. Here are five fish and seafood tavernas...Read More

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Autumn Traditions on Crete Island: Cretan Raki (Tsikoudia)

23/09/2022

If you visit Crete in the fall – from the end of October until late November – you will see the island like a few other tourists: it is the beginning of the Cretan winter, with many overcast days, wind, and occasional rainfall. But the damp weather does not dampen the spirit of the locals:...Read More

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Cretan Recipes for Vegan Enthusiasts

18/05/2022

The Cretan cuisine is diverse and anchored in its age-long traditions, local crops, and the seasonality of its produce. It’s rare to see something not locally grown on a taverna’s menu. High-end restaurants may feature imported goods on rare occasions. But although most restaurants and tavernas on the island have seafood and fish specific or...Read More

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Five Cretan Vegan Recipes for the Summer

Cretan Carob: 5 Beneficial Nutrition Facts

Fancy a Drink? Your Go-to Cocktails

0rganic and Sustainable Food on Crete Island

Favorite Cocktails from Our Barman

Cretan Christmas Traditions

Wine Making: An Ancient Craft

Rethymno, a Fish and Seafood Foodie Destination

Autumn Traditions on Crete Island: Cretan Raki (Tsikoudia)

Cretan Recipes for Vegan Enthusiasts

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