Melissa: Traditional cretan products based on olive oil

Since 1980, Melissa has been promoting the traditional products of Cretan land. The shop is located on a main street in Agios Nikolaos, right above Lake Voulismeni, where, according to myth, the goddess Athena used to bathe.

Melissa stands out for its selection of premium local products. Here, you'll find three different labels of pure extra virgin olive oil from Lasithi and Chania, all of which have won international awards and are chosen for their local authenticity.You can also select high-quality local honey from the village of Kritsa in Lasithi, as well as Cretan herbs like dittany and mountain tea. Finally, Melissa offers a variety of wines, authentic Cretan raki, spices, and olive oil-based cosmetics from a Cretan company.