“Greek cheeses are highlighted in the most genuine and most influential souvenir of tourist destinations,” concludes Griekenland.net’s research specializing in the Dutch vacation in Greece.

As stated in the article, “Greece is not only the country of olive oil, wine and sunny coasts. It is also a real paradise for cheese friends. With over 60 traditional cheese products, handmade generation to generation, Greece is one of the largest cheese producers in Europe. The slice that has been produced for thousands of years is undoubtedly the most famous species, but those who deepen will discover a rich palette of soft, refreshing cheeses to spicy, aged varieties that have even won international awards. “

Studying readers’ preferences and impressions, the website then identifies the tourist areas and cheese producers chosen by the Dutch.

Between ten destinations from the Cyclades, the eastern Aegean, the Ionian Islands, Crete, Epirus, Thessaly, Macedonia and Central Greece, Ios occupies the first place with local Scotiri.

As stated: “This creamy, slightly sour cheese cheese is the pride of Ios. Fresh and spicy, Darkness is made of many generations behind, by families that raise herds with free grazing in the wild landscape of the island. In Ios there are two dairies. In the grocery, there is the possibility of testing as well as monitoring the authentic manner of preparation, and the youth also produces cheese according to Cycladic traditions. “

“Ios is not just fun or relaxation in a golden sandy beach. It is an island with many secret and pleasant surprises in the high and low season. Gastronomy, culture and activities on the island offer even greater experiences each year and enrich the visitor’s choices, “said the chairman of the Tourism Committee of the Municipality of Its Antonis Metos.