Food & Local Products

Caper is an essential nutritional ingredient, used mostly in salads. Collecting caper can be a funny experience or even a new habit.

Growing on the mountain’s slopes, thyme is an integral part of Kefalonian food culture. Whether you like a hot drink, the sweet taste of honey or as a herb in your food, thyme is always …

Olive Lounge, near Saint George’s Castle, offers Greek-Mediterranean cuisine, cocktails, and stunning sunset views over Livathos and Zakynthos—an elegant evening spot with modern-vintage décor under the starry sky.

Relax, sip & savor at Lilly’s Cafe Bar, a charming spot with stunning views inside the Castle of Agios Georgios in Kefalonia. Drinks, light bites & magical sunsets await!

At Kefalonia by Anna, designing tailor-made experiences for passionate and curious travelers is what I love most. This week, I had the pleasure of once again welcoming a delightful group from the U.S. — visiting …

A Sculptor’s Legacy in Kefalonia that is not to be missed Nestled in the picturesque village of Mazarakata, just 4 km from Argostoli, the capital of Kefalonia, lies the House-Museum of Memas Kalogiratos. This unique …

Discover Kefalonia’s rich culinary heritage with the Kefalonia Food Tour. Explore the best local eateries in Argostoli, taste authentic dishes, and learn about the island’s history and culture. A unique, family-owned experience that’s a must …

Gastronomic journeys in Kefalonia organized by Kefalonia by Anna, offer a delightful exploration of the island’s rich culinary heritage. We offer tailor-made experiences according to your needs, interests and group sizes.

Kefalonia by Anna offers hands-on craft workshops with local artisans in painting, soap making, mosaics, and more. Combine your creative art & craft sessions with exploring Kefalonia’s stunning landscapes, whether for a quick 3-hour escape …

A beautiful bar, hand crafted by its owners with amazing sea views, chill out music and great coctails Cactus cafe-bar opened in 2022 in a beautiful spot overlooking the sea, at the back side of …

The Foivos Winery S.A. continues the Μantzavino Winery’s legacy of making Greek wine known internationally for two centuries.

Family run taverna with amazing atmosphere and views to the sunset with tasty home made food cooked in traditional wooden stove.

Discover the authentic taste of the Ionian cuisine

Haritatos Vineyard is open to the public for winetasting every day, upon arrangement. It is definately worth a visit.Fully organic cultivation methods are applied, with the least possible, if any, intervention in the winemaking process.

A family run farm and taverna at the outskirts of Sami, visit to see, taste and buy a wide selection of local products

Taverna Galini is a beautiful, authentic family run taverna located just above beautiful St Thomas beach offering amazing views. You can combine here a visit to this amazing little beach with a lunch or early …

If you are looking for a special night, on the seaside of Sami village, visit Deco Art Cuisine to taste a variety of Mediterranean, Seafood & meat dishes, including vegetarian and gluten free options. Nice …

Nestling on the seafront at Trapezaki bay, Denis Gourmet restaurant artistically combines the breathtaking view to the Ionian with the modern, minimal ambience, inspired by traditional Greek colours in a chic yet elegant design. Try …

“Stou Thoma” is a grill taverna with local meat produced by Thomas and his family. Located in the village of Poulata, Kefalonia, near Sami offers a nice village atmosphere. Here you can select a variety …

With a commitment to celebrating Kefalonia’s rich viticultural heritage, this winery crafts exceptional, high-quality wines that highlight the island’s rare and valuable grape varieties.

Let food be the medicine and medicine be the food. Hippocrates We’ve brought together the very best food and local products in one place for you to explore. Kefalonia is rich in local food produce …

Held outdoors, in a beautiful sea-side garden taste your way through local products with the Taste Kefalonia Food Experience!

Fish has always been an important source of food for the Kefalonian diet. The codfish, rice and herb filling of this pie is enclosed in a delicious homemade filo pastry. It is fairly uncommon to …

Tasos Café is a traditional Greek coffee shop in the tranquil village of Komitata – a nice stop on the way to Fiskardo. Fabulous views of Ithaka from the village. 

This family run grill house serves freshly prepared traditional food and specialises in locally reared organic meat. Meat on the spit or the grill, cheese pie made to order, fresh salads and other delicious dishes …

Harokopio Foundation in Argostoli is a non-profit organisation whose aims are the preservation of embroidery, lace and needlework traditions in Kefalonia. It was founded over 100 years ago by the Kefalonian Mr. Harokopou with the …

If you are searching for some unique vintage pieces you should go and meet the artist, decorator, and preserver of antiques, Matina Koutala. Her passion is super energetic and her collection goes from vintage clothes …

Athena Metaxatou is a jewellery designer and her predominant purpose is to promote unique Greek cultural heritage. Her love of nature became her inspiration and made her settle in Kefalonia, her place of origin. In …

“The doll made of humble materials has been for many centuries the favorite, and most often the only toy. Traditionally it was made by the mother or grandmother (a law in my place) or even …

You can visit the Kefalonia Olive Mill at Keramies and see production of local organic olive oil.

On your way to the north of the island at the village of Enosi you can visit Rosie’s Kitchen Bar-Cafe, where you can buy their own grown organic herbs, as well as jams. You could …

If you want to try something different during your stay, on the edge of the main square in Argostoli you can eat Chinese food in Chinese Dragon’s Restaurant, outside on the patio or order to …

If you want to try something different during your stay, visit Lord Falcon (Elephant) Thai in Fiskardo. It serves authentic Thai dishes in a charming building with courtyard seating. Buffet nights are also held here, check …

If you want to try something different during your stay, located in Argostoli try Japanese inspired fresh noodle dishes, fish & vegetarian Sushi, all beautifully presented in Sepia’s contemporary setting. Contact Info Please mention Kefalonia …

To Kapilio is excellent for homemade authentic food, in a nice atmosphere with great views and good prices. Nikoletta is a fabulous host, welcoming and generous. Contact Info Please mention Kefalonia By Anna when you …

This fish restaurant and beach bar overlooks . It is an ideal spot to have a swim or enjoy a coffee or lunch overlooking the pristine Klimatsias beach at Spartia. You can enjoy great sea …

From Taverna Agrapidos you can see beautiful views of Poros harbour whilst eating traditional dishes served on the covered outdoor terrace. Close by you can visit the HMS Perseus memorial. Contact Info Please mention Kefalonia …

Overlooking the beach at Skala this funky beach bar-café serve food and drinks all day! Go there for cocktails, sports fixtures, the swimming pool, parties and a relaxed vibe. Contact Info Please mention Kefalonia By …

One of my favourite places! Tuck into meatballs, fried tomatoes and little fried fish with beer on the sand, at the rustic Lepeda Taverna, it’s ideal for relaxing after a swim at Lepeda Beach, great …

On the main road from Argostoli towards Saint Georges Castle pop into Kafepoleion – it has unusual but funky décor and is an excellent stop for good coffee when supermarket shopping in the area. They …

For an extensive wine list with a large choice of Kefalonian and Greek wines, well-presented dishes in a lively modern bar try Oinops Wine Bar & Restaurant. Located in the centre of Argostoli, open for …

For great views of the De Bosset Bridge and monument by Koutavos Lagoon and a good variety of fish dishes, take a break at Aristofanis Argostoli. Traditional Greek dishes, with local specialities. Contact Info Please …

Libretto is a contemporary café/bar with live music nights, good Mexican inspired dishes and is located just off Kabana Square on the Lithostroto in the centre of Argostoli. Popular with locals and visitors for it’s …

Fresh, non-pasteurized beer entered recently on the list of the local products of the island – a lager and a red ale. Led by a young trio of Kefalonian entrepreneurs the Kefalonian and Ithaka micro …

The Greek Wine Experience offer wine tours, vineyard picnics and tailor-made wine and gastronomy experiences in Kefalonia. Private tastings with cheese at your villa, tailormade tours and sunset vineyard picnics are on offer.

Eros Deli shop, located at the heart of the capital of Argostoli, offers a wide variety of Greek products, such as spirits, body care, cheeses and desserts.

Riganada was a traditional way of using up very stale bread by combining it with local ingredients. Nowadays we don’t often have stale bread so we use thick slices of bread toasted. Usually served as …

Greek salad is a very popular every-day dish, easy to make and synonymous with Greek summer, usually served as a side dish or as part of a meze starter.

When you have tried home-made tzatziki you’ll never buy it ready-made again! With varying amounts of garlic this is a tasty addition to the table, serve it alone on a dish as a meze, or …

There’s nothing like old fashioned recipes to warm the soul and trigger the senses! I am currently searching for local cooking enthusiasts, who have vintage recipes (even secret ones!) passed down through the generations and prepared …

This is an excellent dish for breakfast (although breakfast in Kefalonia is usually not so complicated!) and also makes an ideal lunch served with crusty fresh bread. When ever possible use local free range eggs …

Soap Olive oil has been known since ancient times for its exceptional nutritional properties as well as for beneficial properties on the skin. Pure olive oil is the simplest, most effective and tolerable skin cleanser. …

One of the most well-known traditional products of Kefalonia are the vibrant, deep red, caramelized roasted almonds called Mántoles which traditionally are colored using a kind of seaweed. Other delicious sweets produced on Kefalonia are …

The island of Kefalonia has an incredible floral and arboreal biodiversity – a paradise for bees! The most famous types of honey are thyme honey (méli thimaríou) which is known as the best quality Greek …

MEAT Like Ulysses himself, the shepherd is a typical local job and shepherding continues to be an important sector in the local economy. The animals, in particular goats, sheep, and a smaller percentage of cows, …

MILK & CHEESE Cheeses, milk and yogurt produced on Kefalonia are delicious because of the high percentage of aromatic wild herbs present in the diet of the animals. The most frequently used cheese in the …

BEER Fresh, non-pasteurized beer entered recently on the list of the local products of the island – a lager and a red ale. Led by a young trio of Kefalonian entrepreneurs the Kefalonian and Ithaka …

Spring and Summer time is an explosion of colors in the vegetable gardens of the island. The summer production begins with the pink king of the island, the red garlic of Erissos (to kókkino skórdo …

Besides being very tasty and making dishes unique, these delights of nature have numerous beneficial properties and are a staple of Kefalonian’s food culture. Oregano (rígani), is an essential ingredient of Kefalonian recipes and is …

The olive tree, a symbol of peace and prosperity, as well as resurrection, strength, resistance and hope, important in the whole Mediterranean area, has served the Greek population as a source of food and oil …

En Kefallinia restaurant is located on a beautiful organic farm in Lakithra full of olive, orange and lemon trees. Georgia and Michael, the owners use locally sourced products including their own organic, extra virgin olive oil, …

This seaside cafe-bar is popular with locals and visitors alike. With waterside outdoor and cosy indoor seating, they serve a wide range of drinks and snacks and have regular DJ sets. Open all year round. …

The Festival of grape harvest is an integral part of Kefalonian traditions and takes place every July, in the region of the vineyards, in Agia Paraskevi, Troianata. The visitor can participate in the preparations of …

Kefalonia by Anna suggests… Pie making activities! Would you like to learn the secret of making the perfect Greek pie, have you always wanted to make that perfect crust? Experience the creation – from start …

Would you like to know more about making organic soap from local produce? Or learn how to make cheese in the traditional way? Ever wondered how we milk the animals? Contact me for a tailor …

After years of experience in the tourism industry, our family decided to open a restaurant that was truly missing from our hometown of Skala, a paradise-like village on the deep blue crystal clean waters of …

Beers from exotic Brazil and sunny Mexico to the vast Czech meadows, the traditional Bavarian villages and the underground cellars of the Belgian monasteries… Visit the world of Draught Grill & Beer House !!! Draught …

Located right by the sea at the square of Assos village, the traditional Greek restaurant Nefeli-Anait awaits you!  Antonis Chrysafis and his family opened the doors of this taverna in 1989 and since then their home-made dishes …

“Isalos” (water line), is located on the top of Spartia beach, in a cosy and enjoyable environment with friendly service.