BIOLEA OILS
Astrikas Estates is the producer of unfiltered, extra virgin, organic olive oils from a single variety that are stone-milled and cold-pressed. There are two unique varieties- one with fresh whole lemons and one with bitter orange. These are wonderful to use in a variety of salads, on vegetables, fresh fish and in a myriad of other ways.
URL: http://www.biolea.gr
Address: Astrikas, Kolymbari
Phone: 28240 23281
CHRISOFYLLIS GOURMET DELI
This small but well-stocked delicatessen, owned by the same folks who have the Raki-Meze tavern of the same name on Kitroplatia beach has an excellent assortment of local wines, olive oils, cheeses, breads and homemade jams & preserves. If you can't get enough of the wonderful tastes of the island, take home a taste of Crete with you when you go.
Address: El. Venizelou Square, Agios Nikolaos
Phone: 28410 22752
TAMIOLAKIS WINES
This family enterprise is a small, but fully-equipped winery producing high quality organic wines. Its aim is to promote the unique and very special characteristics of both the common regional Cretan varietals and the not as well known ones. In addition they have produced unique blends with popular world grape varieties. The winery is in a serene and pleasant location and can be visited for tastings upon request.
Address: Houdetsi Pediados
Phone: 2810 742 083
DOMAINE ZACHARIOUDAKIS
The state-of-the-art new winery at Zacharioudakis estate is located 500 m high on the Orthi Petra Hill. Stunning views of the Libyan Sea, Mt. Psiloritis and the Messara valley can be enjoyed from the tasting room/restaurant after a tour of the winery and the uniquely planted vineyards. Small but exceptionally high quality production of organic wines of both Cretan and world varieties await visitors. Winery is open year-round Tuesdays to Sundays from 10.00 till 18:00.
URL: http://www.zacharioudakis.com
Address: Plouti, Heraklion
Phone: 6936 669 212
LYRARAKIS WINES
This family winery has been producing quality, award-winning wines for over 40 years. They have saved many old Cretan grape varieties, such as Plyto from near extinction. Visit their store in Heraklion or drop out to the winery in Alagni for a comprehensive tour which includes a visit to medieval wine presses, a tour of the vineyards and facilities and a tasting of 5 premier wines.
URL: http://www.lyrarakis.gr
Address: G. Papandreou 92
Phone: 2810 284 614
BOUTARI WINERY
A visit to this ultra-modern winery is a must when in Crete. Guests enjoy an impressive multi-media show, followed by a tour of the estate, the cellar, production area and end with a tasting of the winery's premier collection, including Fantaxometocho, a special blend of Malvasia, Vilana and Chardonnay , Skalani the cuvée of Kotsifali and Syrah and the sweet, sun-dried louliatiko.
URL: http://www.boutari.gr
Address: Skalani, Heraklion
Phone: 2810 731 617
MINOS WINES
Eight decades of wine-making specializing in the traditional Cretan grape varieties of Kotsifali, Mandilari and Vilana. The winery in Peza includes an exhibition of antique wine-making equipment, a tasting room reminiscent of an old café and a boutique well-stocked with their own large selection of wines, plus other traditional Cretan products.
URL: http://www.minoswines.gr
Address: Peza Pediados
Phone: 2810 741 213
DOMINIQUE DESSERTS
A boutique bakery in the quaint village of Kato Archanes just minutes from Heraklion. Sinful truffles, good old-fashioned carrot cake, muffins, cupcakes, chocolate chip cookies, apple tarts... and many more delights await to tempt customers. Visit the store and have a cup of coffee with Dominique and savor the fresh aromas of chocolate, apple or cinnamon as they fill the air.
Address: Kato Archanes
Phone: 6973 728 055
MYTHIA EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
A pure, light, singular olive oil distinguished by its rich, fruity taste, slightly peppery aftertaste, its transparent gold-green colour and the soft aroma of a freshly cut olive tree and newly cut grass. Excellent for both raw salads as well as cooking.
URL: http://www.pangeagreen.gr
Address: Kounavi, Heraklion
Phone: 2810 741 127
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