Imathia

The prefecture of Imathia is located in the region of Macedonia and belongs to the Prefecture of Central Macedonia. The natural beauty of the area owes a lot to the beautiful mountain of Vermio, the northeastern slopes of the Pierian mountain range and the longest river in Greece called ‘Aliakmon’.

The local cooking habits of the area stand out for imaginative dishes, ‘trachana’, ‘petoura’ nettles, all types of pies, beans cooked in the oven, meatballs, ‘mantza’, local beef and pork accompanied with vegetables and pasta, rich salads, ‘bouyiourdi’. Even more, varied types of smoked cheese and fried ‘batzos’ cheese, honey, fruits and nuts are a perfect complement in cooking here.

As for desserts, the local pastry-shops urge you to try the traditional ‘ravani’ from the city of Veria, must-pie from the city of Naousa, and other products of Imathia such as candied fruits, ‘kousiafi’ and fruit compotes. Wine is ample here and is the perfect companion for every meal.

The 18 wineries of the area produce top-quality wines, famous worldwide.