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Authentic food products and art objects, inspired by the history and culture of the Messinian region. Navarino Icons aims to acquaint people with the region's rich living history, through authentic products created in limited quantities by small scale local producers who adhere to strict quality control guidelines in every step of the production process. The range draws on the age-long traditions of Messinia and is aligned with Costa Navarino's philosophy to promote this undiscovered yet accessible part of Greece, while protecting and preserving its natural beauty and heritage. more: http://www.elenianna.com/navarino-icons

If you love honey, Greek honey is undoubtedly up there with the finest. Some people consider Thyme honey to be the best Greek honey, preferred by connoisseurs worldwide. There are several reasons why Greek honey is the best. Beekeepers in Greece follow age old traditions that date back thousands of years and maintain the finest honey bees. These bees have access to the finest and most variegated flora, summer sunshine and the best atmosphere, all of which influence quality, taste and consistency of the honey they produce. The best Greek honey is extracted exactly at the right time when it has matured in the hive and it is unfiltered to retain all its natural goodness known to man since ancient times. Bees fly miles to collect pollen and nectar from flowers. The nectar is regurgitated once they are back in the hives and fanned by countless bees to form a concentrated viscous liquid we know as honey. Honey has natural health giving properties, is a powerful antioxidant and has cu...

Rich in simple sugars, figs are an excellent source of readily available energy that rank among the sweetest tasting fruits. Like the comparably carbohydrate-dense date, dried figs are sometimes referred to as “nature’s candy.” Unlike candy, however, a fig's sweet package contains high levels of dietary fiber, potassium, magnesium, calcium, manganese and vitamin K, as well as significant amounts of protein, iron, thiamine, riboflavin, vitamin B6 and antioxidant phenols. Fresh figs are delicate and short-lived after they are harvested. Consequently, roughly 90 percent of the world’s cultivated figs are dried for consumption. Whether eaten as is or incorporated into meals, figs contribute important nutrients in addition to quick energy. Fresh Vs. Dried Drying fresh fruit removes its water content, concentrating its nutrients in the process. Consequently, dried figs provide significantly higher amounts of macronutrients, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients and calories than the...

If you watch chefs prepare their delectable offerings, one thing you will notice is that invariably they use natural sea salt as seasoning. There is a good reason. Natural sea salt is obtained evaporating ocean water that contains salt and other chemicals such as potassium and iodine salts. Apart from that an interesting fact is that sea water salt content is similar to the salt content in human blood and cells, making out a good case for using only natural sea salt, and not table or processed salts, as being good for health. You may or may not know it but table salt is processed and has additives like aluminum salts and potassium iodide. Aluminum causes kidney disorders and brain damage. Natural sea salt contains nicely balanced iron, sulphur, iodine and magnesium apart from sodium chloride in the right proportions. It is actually preferred if you care about your health. Blessed with abundant sunshine and a large number of islands, Greece has an ancient tradition of making ...

SESAME SEED BARS - The original energy bar (Pasteli - Gluten Free) In Homer’s Iliad, this tasty sesame seed and honey snack was referred to as itrion and was a favorite to warriors because it provided them with a natural energy boost. Ancient Greek athletes believed its nutritious ingredients enhanced their performance. Pastéli was probably the first energy bar ever made and it was made with honey.  In fact,   honey with dried fruits and nuts was the most common dessert in ancient Greece. Honey was consumed   both as a sweetener, and as a medicine in the belief that it could promote both virility and longevity. In Greek mythology it was the food of the Gods.      Honey contains invert sugar which has the quality of providing instant energy when consumed. The composition of honey includes sugars such as glucose and fructose and also minerals such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, sodium, iron and phosphate. Depending on the quality of the...