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Famed traditional tastes of beautiful Mani in the Peloponnese
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The region of Mani is famous for its gastronomy which is based on simple and minimal flavors and for which exquisite locally sourced products are used to maximum.
The traditional local cuisine is lean without missing out on flavor. Famous products are: olives, olive oil, honey, cheeses, oregano and other herbs, salted pork and sausages.
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Tourism in the region has greatly contributed to the creation of dishes starring local flavors but with a more gourmet touch. At Kyrimai Hotel in Gerolimenas in Mani visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy such a delicious cuisine, courtesy of the notable and award-winning chef Christoforos Peskias and his delightful seasonal menu. To tempt you, let’s mention a few of his proposals… Try the salad with quinoa, peas, cucumber, avocado and marinated anchovies, the cheese pies with ‘graviera’ local cheese, the veil meat with spicy tomato sauce, the dumplings with shrimps, the bisque with beetroot puree, the ‘fava’ split beans flavored with truffle oil, the octopus and caper chutney and a whole lot more.
The area boasts numerous tavernas offering opportunities for a local feast where the ‘singlino’ salted pork dish, the sausages and local meats play the protagonist role. You will also love the handmade pasta dishes topped with grated ‘myzithra’ cheese, the various hand-made pies, the ‘kayiana’ dish with eggs and tomato and the traditional ‘lalagia’ deep fried dough strips.
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The region offers delicious opportunities for fish lovers too! Takis’ tavern has been awarded as one of the best fish taverns in Greece and numerous food connoisseurs and journalists have written about it. We definitely suggest you include it in your list of spots to dine and wine at. Make your reservation for a table next to the sea shore and order from an exquisite menu of fresh fish and sea food delicacies. (Limeni, for reservations call ++30 27330 51327)
Mani will also enchant your palates with delicious sweets, cakes and homemade marmalades at breakfast time!
For more information and reservations at Hotel Kyrimai, please click HERE.
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