Food and the Island (Feel like a local Eat like a Local)

Type:Food, Gastronomy, Tradition, Culture

Destination(s):Corfu, Old Town

Duration:7-8 hours

First thing on our list is to visit one of the traditional Villages of Corfu and their Bakery, still producing bakery products in the wood oven. We will observe the process smell warm bread and taste traditional warm pies. Just a few steps away, is the modern olive press and an exhibition of the traditional machinery used to extract the olive oil from olives. Tasting warm bread from the traditional bakery with Extra virgin Corfiot olive oil, is a unique experience.

Next stop is the oldest winery of the Island, to enjoy our wine and taste some of the best local delicacies under the shadows of the elm trees. We will observe the Corfiot wine making process; and walk through this magnificent 300 acres estate for a short alternative guided tour.

Going North, and passing through the hills of Corfu we will enjoy the most elegant scenery of  Northern Corfu, until it is time for a fresh un-pasteurized beer at the source (Corfu Brewery), to cool down the summer heat. We will then visit the nearby sandy beach where we can enjoy swimming sunbathing, refreshments and a traditional treat.

Continuing our tour, at the magnificent cape of Drastis at Logas and a particular place at the very north of the island, overseeing the deep blue sea and the small Diapontia Islands, for an iced coffee (optional). Last but not least we will reach one of the most traditional villages of Corfu to enjoy a true, home-cooked with only local ingredients, traditional dining experience with some of the best dishes you ever tasted. Our dinner will take place in a very traditional tavern right in the middle of the small square at the centre of the village. A tour designed for people who can appreciate quality good food and wine. A unique possibility to see the Island, experience the unique delicacies of Corfu and visit the places that only the locals go