Gastronomic Adventures in the Northeastern Aegean: Lesvos, Oinousses, Chios, Samos

A gastronomic journey to the Northeastern Aegean promises a summer full of flavors. From the papalines of Lesvos to the yaprakia of Samos, the Greek islands offer unique culinary experiences.

Lesvos: Known for its freshly salted papalines, sardines fished in the bays of Gera and Kalloni, which are an ideal ouzo meze.

Oinousses: This small island complex is famous for its tambouroukeftedes (bourekakia with pumpkin, rice, and mint) and Aignoussiotiko octopus.

Chios: The mastic island is known for its herisia or sparta, traditional handmade pasta.

Samos: The island impresses with its summer yaprakia (dolmadakia) and kremmydontolmades, cooked in a Dutch oven.

Access to the islands of the Northeastern Aegean is available from Piraeus, Thessaloniki, and Kavala. The seamore app offers easy ticket booking and travel management.