Greek cuisine is a Mediterranean cuisine. Contemporary Greek cookery makes wide use of vegetables, olive oil, grains, fish, wine and meat. Other important ingredients include olives, pasta, cheese, lemon juice, herbs, bread and yoghurt. The most commonly used grain is wheat; barley is also used. Common dessert ingredients include nuts, honey, fruits and filo pastries.
It is strongly influenced by Ottoman cuisine and, especially in the cuisine of Anatolian Greeks, shares foods such as baklava, tzatziki, gyros, moussaka, dolmades and keftedes with neighbouring countries. To an even greater extent, it is influenced by Italian cuisine and cuisines from other neighbouring southern European countries.
Poros Island offers a diverse range of food and drink options, catering to various tastes and preferences. Here are some highlights:
Seafood Meze: Start your meal with a selection of seafood meze, which includes a variety of appetizers made with fresh fish and shellfish.
Seafood Pasta: Enjoy a hearty pasta dish with a full plate of seafood, such as the Poseidon restaurant's seafood pasta.
Local Specialties: Don't miss trying local Poros specialties like sardines wrapped in vine leaves and almond sweets.
Cocktails and Drinks: End your meal with a refreshing cocktail by the sea or a coffee with a view of the harbor.
For a complete dining experience, Poros Island is the perfect destination, offering a mix of traditional tavernas and modern restaurants, all set against the picturesque backdrop of the Saronic Islands.