During a vacation in Rethymno tourists will have a chance not only to enjoy elegant upscale restaurants and cozy cafes, but also to explore typical Greek taverns. The Zampia tavern is one of the eating houses of the kind. The tavern was established in 1983. This cozy ethnic restaurant offers popular treats of Greek cuisine on the menu. The main secret of the chef of the restaurant is a perfect quality of olive oil added to the dishes. Seafood gourmands will love the Zampia tavern in particular, as the menu offers many exotic treats.
Each year the city of Rethymno turns into a heart of a bright carnival. The celebration of the carnival falls within the first part of February and lasts till the end of the month. The main … 
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Among remarkable sites of the city of Rethymno tourists will discover aged castles, churches and fortresses, museums keeping the greatest collections of artifacts and modern art galleries … Open
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This restaurant is located on a scenic beach named Perivolia close to the sea. Apart from a vast choice of first course and delicious snacks the Mediterranean restaurant offers its guests amazing refreshing drinks and ice-cream of various sorts. This restaurant is a genuine oasis offering a cool and cozy atmosphere in the day heat. The most popular bar of the resort named La Mare is located at the seaside. Its beautiful hall is decorated in original marine style gathering local admirers of wines, cocktails and exotic treats each evening. The bar offers a vast assortment of dishes and drinks on the menu meeting every taste and fancy. The city center locates the Avli restaurant. The eating house is housed in a beautiful building of the 17th century. The charming restaurant will be a perfect place for those guests tending to rest in a cozy romantic atmosphere and to enjoy delicious treats.
National cuisine of Greece
Olive oil is the basis of Greek cuisine.The oil is cold-pressed, which ensures preservation of olive hale. Lemon is used to emphasize the taste of the oil; it is also added to many dishes. Much attention is paid to vegetables. The most iconic example is the famous Greek salad. Mandatory ingredients are tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and feta cheese. Latter is made of sheep's milk with an addition of goat’s milk. Feta has a high fat content and recognizable taste. The salad is seasoned with olive oil, black pepper, oregano, shallots, and garlic. Greek snacks are simple; they are often based on yoghurt or cheese and are served with bread. The most popular meat snack are pork kebabs, souvlaki.
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