Krites (Heraklion)

Crete

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Krites (Heraklion)

The taverna is located close to the CretAquarium, in the area of the former U.S. base at Gournes. All of their dishes are prepared in accordance with the Cretan dietary pattern, with exclusive use of extra virgin olive oil and meat cooked in a wood-oven.

Dining

In the restaurants and traditional tavernas of the towns and villages of Crete, you'll find all the genuine flavours of traditional cuisine and an insistence on using local products. Mediterranean cuisine is inherently healthy and vegetarian-friendly, and everyone is bound to find something to suit their tastes. Apart from an abundance of olive oil, fish, and seafood, local specialities to try include cheese pie, fried snails, smoked pork and raki — an alcoholic beverage served after the meal.