In such a renowned fishing island, such as Antiparos, one could only expect the most abundant and esquisite selection of fish and seafood for its diners. The grilled octupus is a delicacy, and when accompanied by the local raki liquor, will leave you begging for more.
Save some room for the Rooster Patido, which is male chicken stuffed with sauteed giblets, homemade bread, local cheese and cinnamon. The rooster belly is cooked in a tomato sauce commonly or put into a soup. Also, try the wild rabbit, either with pasta, or cooked in wine with Kefalotyri, a local cheese. Taste other local cheeses such as Xynomyzithra, a savory cheese, Ladotyri, a cheese made with olive oil, and Touloumotyri.
Antiparos' traditional Christmas dessert is Bourekakia, a pastry filled with honey, nuts and sesame seeds, which once baked is brushed with raki liquor and sprinkled with powdered sugar. The Carnival time brings Raviolia sweets, which are crescent-shaped pastries, filled with sweet cream cheese, sugar, honey and cinnamon.
