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Elea Creta, Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 3Lt, Tin can:

Our Cretan Extra virgin olive produced  exclusively from the prime olive variety ‘’ Koroneiki’’. Its max acidity is  0,5%. The selective collection of the olive and the ‘’cold extraction’’ technique used with traditional mechanical means keeps and maintains the natural substances of the olive, ensuring the excellent quality of our olive oil. The olive oil from Koroni olives is delicious, with high nutritional value and improves the health condition of the human body. The distinctive flavour, aroma and rich composition of the oil, that our Koroni olives produce, is indeed very special and unique.

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Our Greek Cretan Extra Virgin Olive Oil is characterized by a bursting fresh olive taste that reflects the sunny, warm climate of our homeland: Greece. A key element of the Mediterranean diet, considered one of the most beneficial foods since it is associated with longevity and prevention of diseases. Use it: in salads and marinades you as raw olive oil brings its rich sensory characteristics. In stews, by adding it 10 minutes before the end of cooking to enjoy the intense flavor and rich aroma. In brushing grilled meats, fish or vegetables, thereby enhancing their flavor. But also in frying wherein extra virgin olive oil is the only oil that withstands high temperatures and remains hygienic. You can fry up to 3 times, by using the same amount.

Meli Serron, Pine Greek honey, 920gr, glass jar:

With rich aroma and velvety taste, our honey  has the most nutrients, compared to other honeys, because of its high comprehensiveness in trace elements and mineral salts.  It is a  delicious combination of Blossom and Pine honey from Greek plains and mountains of Serres’ prefecture. The phenomenon of crystallization is rarely observed in pine honey because it is low in sugars.  It is being produced in April and from August to November.  Pine honey, which is a mixture of sugars and other ingredients, provides our body with a number of nutrients.  Regarding to carbohydrates, honey mainly consists of fructose (approx. 38.5%) and glucose (approx. 31%) and also smaller amounts of maltose, sucrose and galactose.

Crystallization and quality: Crystallization is a natural phenomenon not related to the quality of the honey and does not cause any changes in its' nutritional value. A crystallized honey is neither adulterated nor damaged. It can be liquidated easily if you place the jar in a bain -mari with hot water 40 ° Celsius for a few mins.

Sarantis, Greek Sweet Fruit Preserve in Syrup, Sour Cherry, Net weight 900gr, (Pack of 2 glass jars of 453gr each) :

In Greece sour cherry is considered to be the king of spoon sweets, and we use it to garnish ice creams, creams, yogurts and cheesecakes.

Sour cherries is a cherry variety, called ‘’Oxychymos’’ which produces sour fruits, the sour cherries. They contain large amounts of vitamin C and antioxidant polyphenols. Considered to be a particularly energizing fruit, beneficial for asthma, anemia and arthritis. Also suitable for those with cardiovascular problems, and contains substances that improve memory, eyesight and concentration.

As a fruit is now scarce and only in July, which is its natural season, we may find it ripen, rich in flavor and aromas. In order to be able to enjoy it throughout the year, we apply old traditional recipes of Chios island and we offer you a wonderful spoon sweet that hides inside it all the memories of our grandmothers who were treating children, handmade sweets .  At the same time our experience and expertise ensures our high value, by applying all quality assurance protocols.

Keep it in a cool and dry place. Refrigerate after opening.

Greek Black Raisins Olives, Key in The Mediterranean Diet, Loaded with Important Nutrients and Antioxidants, No Preservatives, 1kg Vacuum-Sealed :  

Black Raisins Olives ripen while still on the tree, they have a bittersweet taste and can be eaten straight from the tree. The olives are picked when ripe and black in colour, they are washed in mountain spring water. Following a fine selection process whereby the best olives are selected, the olives are then layered in large tanks with untreated Sea salt which enables the water and bitter taste to be drawn out. Olives absorb water and if there is salt in that water they will absorb that too. In this traditional process, the water that the olives naturally release is drained, which means the olives are not sitting in their own water, therefore not absorbing the water or excess salt, yielding an olive with minimum salt and excess taste. The olives are then rinsed in spring water again before being lightly coated in cold pressed olive oil and packed in bags for minimum postage costs.

These olives are blacker than black and meaty in texture these olives are very rich in olive oil, the richest of all the olives produced in Greece. A key element of the Mediterranean diet. The main ingredients of the olive flesh are: water, oil, sugars, proteins, organic acids, minerals, etc. Olives have 10 times more antioxidants than olive oil. They contain significant amounts of vitamins A and E, which together contribute to the good health of the skin. It is rich in phenolic compounds, that help for the proper functioning of our body, and trace elements such as iron, phosphorus, calcium, and potassium.

Throw them into a traditional salad, add to a pasta dish, or enjoy them on their own as a snack...Raisins Olives are one healthy Greek treat that will never go out of style.

Reserved up to 30 days after opening in the fridge, if placed in a liquid mixture of olive oil and vinegar, retaining its excellent taste and high nutritional value. Decreasing saltiness from olives : soak them for 2 hours in a bowl of freshwater. Then replace the water with clean water, and let them soak for two hours more.

Premium Greek Dried Oregano Bunch, Traditional Aromatic Herb, Net Weight 200g (pack of 4 airtight bags of 50g each) :

The name of the herb comes from the Greek words "oros," meaning mountain, and "ganos," meaning joy. It typically grows around 50 cm tall and has purple leaves around 2 to 3 centimeters in length. The chemicals that give the herb its unique and pleasant smell are thymol, pinene, limonene, carvacrol, ocimene, and caryophyllene.

Oregano is a Mediterranean herb that is used for cooking and medicinal purposes, ranging from treating infections to repelling insects. Contains potent antioxidants and have anti-bacterial properties. One teaspoon of dried oregano contains some important nutrients as : calcium, iron, Vitamin K, etc.

Use it to flavour sauces, make herby bread rolls, and in marinades for meat. Greek Salad (Horiatiki) or Feta (Greek White PDO cheese) ''takes off'' with the addition of Oregano. Here are some more tips: 1) Add it toward the end of the cooking process for maximum flavor. 2) The smaller you chop or grind it, the more flavor will be released. 3) Start with a small amount, as too much can make the food bitter. 4) One teaspoon of dried oregano is equivalent to one tablespoon of fresh oregano..

• Oregano is a culinary and medicinal herb that has been used in medicine and cooking for thousands of years. It adds flavor, and it may have a number of health benefits.
• Through its delicious and rich flavour, it provides beneficial properties, such as detoxifier, anti-anaemic, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant
• The products are still picked every year in May and June in the traditional way. They are then carefully cleaned and dried in the shade at ambient temperature to preserve all their scent and flavour.
• Contains Antioxidant, Gluten Free, No preservatives, No artificial flavour. 
• Suitable for Vegetarians, Vegans and Diabetics. 

Nektar, Greek Coffee Dark Premium Traditional Blend, 500gr (Pack of 2 airtight bags, 250gr each):

The search through the best varieties in the world, passion and love, yielded this special blend. Getting sealed in a protective atmosphere, just outside the roaster (roaster), guarantees perfect preservation of the unique flavor and aroma of our blend. Based on old successful recipes, we  fill your cup since 1951 with our unique taste and rich aroma of our fresh roasted Greek coffee.

Preparing tips:

• For each cup, measure one demitasse cup of cold water into a briki.
• Pour one teaspoonful of Greek coffee and sugar to taste. Stir well.
• Slowly bring it all to a boil over medium heat.
• The coffee is ready when the froth has risen right up to the brim.
• Pour the coffee slowly into the cups, dividing the foam equally between each cup.

Keep it in a cool and dry place. Maintaining the packaging airtightly closed after opening. Even in the fridge.

Macedonian Halva, Greek Halva with Honey, Net Weight 1kg, (Pack of 2 tin cans of 500gr each) :

Continuing the Greek tradition, we produce the Macedonian Halva for more than 80 years without chemical preservatives or additives and always with the same dedication to quality and respect for our consumer. It is an excellent natural nutrition, rich in vitamins and minerals and is a great source of protein and polyunsaturated fat, without added preservatives.

It is ideal for any time of the day, both at your breakfast and as a dessert after your lunch or as a snack in between. Look up for it in order to taste its variety of flavors too. Our proposal combined with honey from northern Greek plains and mountains will pleasantly surprise you, it is a wonderful delicious combination that will satisfy you completely.

• Halva is a Greek traditional food, key ingredient in the Mediterranean diet
• Its unique combination of proteins, aminoacids, vitamins and trace elements, provides the body with power and energy
• Greek natural product Tahini
• Very high nutritional value
• Food suitable for vegetarians and vegans

Keep it in a cool and dry place. No need for refrigerate after opening.

Greek Traditional Pistachio NutS Bars (Pasteli), Net Weight 480g (Pack of 12 Bars of 40g each) : 

Nuts bars or pasteli, as it is known in Greece, is a traditional snack with its origins in antiquity. Throughout the ages, our beloved Greek Pistachio Nuts Bars, prepared with pistachio nuts and honey, has been and continues to be not only a sweet snack, but also a natural source of energy.

The basic recipe for Greek Pasteli with honey indicates that the honey should be boiled and then mixed carefully with pistachio nuts to tie in well together. After the mixture is formed, it's left to cool down and then cut into pieces.

Its  high content of vitamin E, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and iron in combination with the fact that it is easily digestible offer the consumer a nutritional snack for every moment of the day. It is a delicious and healthy snack for the office, the school, your pic-nic basket and the gym.

Today, JANNIS is the world's most recognized ambassador of this Greek traditional snack and its variants.

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Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry place.