Φιστίκι Αιγίνης

Pistachio of Aegina

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Aegis pistachio is the best in the world and has a protected designation of origin (PDO). The variety of pistachios of Aegina is called "Kilarati" and has been cultivated on the island since 1860. The wooden pavilion of the Agricultural Cooperative of Aegina is located outside the harbor. In September, the Pistacius Festival, the largest trade, cultural and educational event on the island, with exhibitions, concerts, activities and games for children, gastronomy, etc., is organized in Aegina. You can find the Pistachio of Aegina fresh or dried, salted or unsalted, as a nougat, as a sweet condiment, in cookies, as a pasty, ice cream, liquer ecc.

Κρασί Αίγινας

Wine of Aegina

The Aegina retsina is mainly produced for local consumption, but if you visit Mesagros you can find it on sale in bulk form. The varieties used are Roditis and Savatiano.

Μέλι Αίγινας

Honey of Aegina

Of high quality (one of the typical professions in Aegina is that of the beekeeper).

Ελαιόλαδο Αίγινας

Olive oil of Aegina

The ancient olive grove of Aegina is a proof that the olive was a staple food on the island since antiquity. Today, the island continues to produce oil and indeed there is a fresh business initiative for oil production of very high quality which is packaged and sold abroad. Again based on oil, this time combined with aromatic essential oils, another business initiative relates to the production of soap with cosmetic properties.