Cuisine of Igoumenitsa for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants

Local dishes are not distinguished by complex cooking methods. They are simple and healthy at the same time. That is the reason why Greek cuisine is so popular in different countries of the world. Fish dishes are the everyday food of local people, as well as all kinds of vegetable salads and garnishes. Culinary experts can feel Italian, Arabian, and Turkish influence on the national cooking traditions. Local chefs add interesting spices and sauces that make the taste simply unforgettable.

Taramasalata is an interesting local dish that contains several types of roe. Fans of classic dishes will be in love with Barbatus – fried fish that is traditionally served with several types of sauce. In local restaurants, there are suitable treats for gourmets, such as various dishes with squid and shrimps. Scrambled eggs with octopus are a popular local dish that both locals and tourists equally adore.

For many people, such products as Feta cheese, olive oil, and gorgeous wine are the quintessence of local cuisine. Indeed, literally every dish contains olive oil. It is also the base ingredient of numerous sauces for salads, meat, and fish. In some dishes, olive oil is an independent ingredient. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Local people are big fans of vegetable dishes. Skilled chefs can cook an incredible variety of dishes from such ingredients as eggplants, tomatoes, artichokes, sweet pepper, and onion. Melitzanes, or simply stuffed eggplants, has become a popular national dish. The close proximity of the city to neighbor countries has made a significant impact on the culinary traditions of the region. Local people like Italian cuisine, and Gucina is one of the best restaurants in the city that specialize in it. Crispy, freshly baked pizza and best types of Italian wine always wait for visitors at this restaurant.

The village offers delicious local cuisine to its guests. This restaurant is widely recognized as one of the most attractive budget dining establishments in Igoumenitsa. A nourishing three-course dinner will cost no more than 15 euro. Moreover, The village offers a separate lunch menu in the afternoon. Mpoukaris is an interesting restaurant that also pleases its numerous visitors with a range of national cuisine dishes and affordable prices. In summer, Mpoukaris opens its outdoor terrace. It is particularly pleasant to visit this restaurant in the evening because of its charming and romantic atmosphere.

Amvrosia is one of the most popular restaurants specializing in international cuisine. It is located in the territory of a picturesque garden, so visitors can enjoy their food on a comfortable open-air terrace when the weather permits. This restaurant offers dozens of different salads, nourishing casseroles with meat and potato, mouthwatering grilled meat, and interesting dishes with seafood. A broad range of both sweet and non-sweet baking is one more advantage of Amvrosia.

Travellers who cannot imagine a meal without seafood usually praise Alekos. This restaurant offers different types of grilled fish that is usually served with fried potatoes and fresh vegetables. The menu also contains rare types of seafood harvested by local fishermen. The open-air terrace of the restaurant, which is located close to the waterfront, offers a simply breathtaking view of the sea and mountains. Without a doubt, Alekos is the right choice for a romantic dinner.

Mediterranean cuisine makes up the basis of the menu of one more amazing restaurant, Thirsty Dog. Besides that, it offers fast food popular in different countries and refreshing cocktails. Thirsty Dog serves different types of burgers and sandwiches, the most popular beer, and potato chips. Many regular customers of this restaurant come in order to eat delicious croissants and drink fruit cocktails. Adherents of healthy food can always choose from a broad range of vegetable and fruit salads, as well as dishes with meat and seafood.

In Igoumenitsa, there are many charming cafes. All fans of ice cream enjoy visiting Kontogiannis Ice Cream. It offers dozens of different ice cream types with fresh fruit, fruit syrups, jam, nuts, chocolate, and other toppings. Even big ice cream is not expensive at this charming café, so Kontogiannis Ice Cream is always full of visitors, especially families with children.

Vacationers who want to pamper themselves with authentic Italian pizza will hardly find a better restaurant than Cone Pizzeria. It offers pizza cooked in an authentic stone oven. The popular Italian food comes in different variations and with all kinds of ingredients. The restaurant also offers authentic Italian pasta with cheese, seafood, and other interesting ingredients. There is nothing strange n the fact that Cone Pizzeria is very popular with locals – all food is exceptionally delicious at this restaurant.