Psara
Psara is mainly known for its contribution to the Revolution of 1821, as well as for its destruction in 1824, which inspired great men of letters such as Dionysios Solomos, Andreas Kalvos, and the painter Nikolaos Gyzis.
Beyond revolutionaries and fire-ship captains, however, Psara also produces fishermen and beekeepers, who make respectful use of whatever their island’s limited land has to offer. The sea around Psara is rich, and its lobsters are particularly famous, so lobster spaghetti, fried fish and cuttlefish pilaf are held in special esteem. As for the land, the island’s thyme honey is among the most distinctive in Greece, while its figs, though rare, reward you with their full, rich flavor. The same goes for the sun-dried wine with its deep bouquet, which accompanies perfectly the local dishes and sheep’s milk cheeses. And if you want something to satisfy your sweet tooth, you can try the famous “white sweet” or the many other local desserts.
