Cooking varies wildly in the Aegean (some areas, such as Mytilini, are marked by a distinctly Eastern palate), but Greek island food is generally simple, its flavours clean and pure. Sun-baked capers, fresh fish, sea sprayed herbs, a surprisingly large array of goat’s-milk cheeses and original cured meats are basic, and typical, ingredients.

Mytilini is famous for ouzo and good mezedes to accompany it, and king among them is the sardine known as papalina. About 100 tons of these fish are harvested annually from the Gulf of Kalloni – their wide, flat tins are stacked next to a pyramid of ouzo bottles in nearly every shop on the island. Read the rest of this entry »

There are many different kinds of holiday homes in Kefallonia that one can choose to rent when vacationing on this island. One of the main reasons for this is because it is one of the largest of all the Greek Islands that one can now stay at on holiday. The name Kefallonia when translated into English means “Island with a Head” and a few from space will soon explain the reason for this.

There are numerous Greek Islands that one can visit. However, this one seems to be one of the most popular with tourists. They come not only to spend time exploring the many beautiful unspoilt villages on the island, but also to spend time relaxing on the stunning beaches that the island has as well.

But if you want there is so much more one can do and attractions that one can visit when staying on Kefallonia. In this article, we look at some of the kinds of attractions that you may be interested in visiting when staying on this island on your next vacation. Read the rest of this entry »