Crete
Courtesy Ammos, James Bedford
Cretan cuisine is distinct from traditional Greek fare, though fresh local ingredients reign supreme. Perhaps the most famous dish is dakos, a tomato salad with olive oil, oregano, barley rusks and soft feta cheese.
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