Yacht Charters to Cephalonia
Spectacular beaches and emerald-blue waves surround this lush island. Kefalonia is a jewel of the Ionian. It's steeped in a long and illustrious cultural past. It's the largest island in the Ionian Sea, and the way the green of its mountains contrasts with the turquoise of its water makes it a one-of-a-kind tourist hotspot. The pinnacle of Mt. Ainos is covered in pine, cypress, and olive trees, while at its base you'll find vineyards where the famous Kefalonian Robola wine is made.
The underwater landscape around the island is perfect for those who enjoy snorkeling or scuba diving. It is also a safe haven for the endangered caretta caretta sea turtle and the monk seals, Monachus monachus. You will fall in love with Kefalonia because of its delicious food, rich history, charming villages, exciting nightlife, and beautiful beaches. Myrtos Beach and the filming of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin have brought fame to this mellow and picturesque island.
Kefalonia has also been suggested as the Homeric Ithaca, the home of Odysseus, rather than the smaller island bearing this name today. Robert Bittlestone, in his book Odysseus Unbound, has suggested that Paliki, now a peninsula of Cephalonia, was a separate island during the late Bronze Age, and it may be this which Homer was referring to when he described Ithaca. A project which started in the summer of 2007 and lasted three years has examined this possibility.
The food in Kefalonia is well-known. In addition to local meats, olive oil, honey, and a variety of cheeses are all produced on the island. Several mouthwatering recipes have been passed down through the generations in the form of “native recettes” cookbooks. The sofigado meal, which is made with goat, and the lagoto dish, which is made with rabbit, are two dishes that you simply must have during your visit. You should not miss the cod pie packed with salted cod fish and skordalia (a garlic sauce) cooked with boiled potatoes in cod’s broth with lemon or vinegar. Tsigaridia and strapatsada (scrambled fried eggs with tomatoes) are additional must-tries (fresh greens cooked with tomato sauce). Try some of the island’s famous traditional desserts like mandoles (sugared almonds) and pastokydono (a type of baklava) (a sweet made of quince puree). Take the time to try Robola, the famed wine of Kefalonia, a dry white wine that pairs well with a wonderful traditional food. I hope you enjoy your meal!
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