What food is Naxos famous for?

What food is Naxos famous for?

Unique among the dry, barren Cyclades, Naxos produces a rich harvest of cheeses; meats; butter; potatoes; oil; honey; spices; and Kitron, a local spirit made from the leaves and fruit of the citron tree. (Visit the islands where most Greek marble statues were made.)

Does Naxos have good food?

Naxos is hands down, the Gastronomic Queen of the Cyclades. Although, compared to other islands such as Mykonos, Santorini and Paros, Naxos might lack in fine dining restaurants, it is a common secret that its culinary scene is far beyond one of the most delicious in Greece.

Can you drink tap water in Naxos?

When it comes to fresh water, you should know that ordinary tap water of Naxos is not drinkable. It will not harm you to drink it but it does not taste so good. The municipality of Naxos has placed several taps in Naxos Town with fresh water of good quality, suitable for drinking.

Is it rude to leave food on your plate in Greece?

Leaving food for the sake of some kind of perceived “politeness” is simply wasteful, and I would encourage anyone, anywhere to avoid this habit, for the sake of the planet. if you leave food, especially if it’s a large amount, don’t be surprised if the waiter asks if everything was OK.

Should you tip in Greece?

In Greece, just like being polite to your server, tipping is a gesture of appreciation. It is also considered praise. You are expected to tip when service has been good. You are expected to pay a bigger tip when service has been exceptional or especially pleasing to you.

What is Greece famous for food?

Don’t leave Greece without trying…

• Taramasalata. A mainstay of any Greek meal is classic dips such as tzatziki (yogurt, cucumber and garlic), melitzanosalata (aubergine), and fava (creamy split pea purée).
• Olives and olive oil.
• Dolmades.
• Moussaka.
• Grilled meat.
• Fresh fish.
• Courgette balls (kolokythokeftedes)
• Octopus.