In Agistri, enjoy fresh fish, green olives (whole, crushed, or cracked) in brine or olive oil, and an exquisite aromatic pine honey produced from the large pine forest that covers the island – many say it’s unique in the Eastern Mediterranean. Additionally, local wines (primarily from the Roditis variety), including retsina and strong tsipouro distilled in a traditional distillation vat, are available. Exceptional local extra virgin olive oil (Manaki variety), capers, and aromatic herbs are just a few more characteristic products of the island.
The local cuisine bears the influence of Arvanite cuisine in some of its pies, such as musenta or musounta (a type of thin, crispy spinach pie without phyllo) and kolokithopita (courgette pie) or laklori. Some pizzerias offer Greek pizzas with local potatoes and garlic baked in a wood-fired oven to give popular international street food a Greek gastronomic touch. The sweet side of local gastronomy is represented by “votsalaki” (the island’s traditional almond-based sweet), loukoumades (honeyed doughnuts), Tiganites (deep fried crispy dough), and spoon sweets.
Where to eat
Aponisos: A famous taverna, the only one on the eponymous islet with a crystal-clear beach just a short distance from Skala. Order fresh fish, octopus, oysters, and lobster pasta. Good grill and fried dishes. (Agistri, Limenaria, 2297091359)
Toxotis: Operating non-stop since 1981, this place serves meze dishes, delicious cooked meals, and meat dishes. Be sure to try their very good grilled souvlaki. (Agistri, Skala, 2297 091283, Facebook)
Ligo Krasi, Ligo Thalassa (A Little Wine, A Little Sea): A youthful ouzeri with a wide variety of meze, Mediterranean flavors, and vegetarian and vegan options. Don’t miss the vinegar-marinated octopus. (Agistri, Skala, 2297 091691, Facebook)
Kafenes to Mantraki: A small taverna with an elevated terrace and sunset views. Special dishes include cuttlefish with rice and ink, meatballs in sauce, and amazing fried fish. Also, try the charcoal-grilled octopus. (Agistri, Megalochori, 2297 091357, Facebook)
Quadrant: Next to the sea with a view of the enchanting sunset. Mediterranean menu with standout dishes like salmon fillet and risotto. Interesting salads. (Agistri, Megalochori, 693 098 1622, Facebook)
Agistri: Traditional fish taverna by the sea with its own sunbeds. Enjoy fresh octopus, seafood, cooked dishes, and handmade meze. (Agistri, Skala, Ioannou Metaxa, 2297 091531, Facebook)
Moschos: Since 1936, the “Moschos” taverna has been serving fresh fish and cooked dishes. Vegetables from their garden, olive oil from Sparta, free-range chicken, and homemade tsipouro made from local grapes. (Agistri, Skala, 2297 091644, Facebook)
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