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Gastronomy and Shopping
 Since the antiquity the wines of the Cycladic isles were highly esteemed.
Santorini and Paros have uniquely flavoured wines, enjoying today a
widespread recognition, and constituting a significant source of income for
these islands. The new and old traditional wineries represent a valuable
incentive for trips combining wine-tasting and business. Local food
specialties include the spicy white cheese of Mykonos called "kopanisti" and
the Santorini fried tomato ball with cheese. The crushed almond and marzipan
confectionaries called "amygdalota", are popular all over the Cyclades,
while Syros is famed for its traditional Turkish delights, known in Greece
as "loukoumia". In Mykonos the district of Lakka, which includes the harbour
and the narrow alleys in the town centre, comprises a unique commercial
centre in the whole of Greece, featuring some of the most famous brands in
the world. With many folk shops and expensive boutiques, this shopping
centre has acquired world fame for its goldsmiths. The main streets of Fira
in Santorini, on the other hand, are lined with souvenir and folk art shops
creating an excellent market for embroideries, knitted goods, rugs and
handicrafts. |
