Authentic Recipes

The local cuisine of Messinia features numerous recipes based on extra virgin olive-oil. This precious gift of the earth has a distinctive flavor and smooth taste which make it the perfect accompaniment to vegetables, pasta, meat, fish and sweets.

In the 'Recipes' gallery to the left, you will find a selection of traditional recipes from the cookbook "Olive-Oil and the Messinian Traditional Cuisine" published by the Development Company of Messinia. The book itself contains many more authentic recipes from the region.

The gallery additionally features a number of signature dishes by the acclaimed New York-based chef Michael Psilakis which have been inspired by his roots in Messinia. Psilakis' esteemed culinary establishment is one of only two Greek restaurants in the world with a coveted Michelin star.

Your own favorite recipes could also be gradually added to the gallery. We invite you to send us your recipe from the region, accompanied by a photo if possible, to recipes@costanavarino.com