Pine tree is one of the most important plants for the beekeepers in Greece.
The pine honey is produced from the pine forests of our country and has a special aroma without a very sweet taste.
Its color ranges from dark yellow to light brown, depending on the season of production.
Its nutritional value is particularly high due to the concentration of numerous minerals and trace elements.
The sage is found in many regions of Greece. It has a rich aroma and is used as a seasoning but mainly as a decoction.
Sage leaves are dried and consumed for its therapeutic and beneficial properties.
They can also be added to recipes with meat, chicken, fish or sauces for extra flavor in your dish.
Finally, it is worth noting that the essential oil of sage is produced from the distillation of the leaves and flowers, which is used in many cosmetic products.
Cacao nibs are small pieces of crushed cacao beans that have been dried and lightly roasted.
With their intense cacao flavor, slightly bitter taste, and crunchy texture, they are especially loved by those who enjoy chocolate in a more pure and nutritious form.
They are considered a superfood, rich in antioxidants, fiber, and minerals such as magnesium and iron, while also being a natural source of energy.
They are used:
in smoothies and bowls,
in granola and cereals,
in desserts and energy bars,
in yogurt, salads, or even on their own as a healthy snack.
Oregano from the verdant mountains of Pindos!
The most essential aromatic plant in your kitchen. For salad, fish, grilled meat and even for your gourmet dishes.
The word "oregano" comes from "oros" which means mountain, and "ganos", which means bright. So oregano is the "bright mountain"!
The bright Greek mountains of Pindos generously offer it to us, and you will find it, at Fotsi Spices…
Thyme is a shrub of small height (up to 30 cm), with upright shoots, extremely durable and emits a very pleasant aroma.
The leaves of thyme, when dried, acquire a brownish-green color and release their aroma when crushed.
Their taste is very strong, slightly pungent and rich.
The leaves and the dried flowers, are used as a spice to flavor various foods in fish, meat, sauces, soups, etc.
In FOTSI Spices you will also find excellent quality thyme in a bunch for decoration and food styling but also to rub it just before use for even more aroma!
Choose the flavored olive oil with a mix of 4 peppers and a sprig of thyme to give it to the ones you love!!
