regional dishEssential
Tomatokeftedes
Photo: Greece Field Guide
Source Verified · 2026-10-04
The Verdict
The ultimate expression of Santorini's volcanic soil in a fritter.
Why go
Tiny, intense cherry tomatoes blended with herbs and fried to perfection. You cannot leave the island without tasting these.
Best for
Vegetarian · Food · Wine
Skip if
You are sensitive to deep-fried foods.
Best months
June-September
Recommendation
Essential
Understand the place
Santorini's cherry tomatoes blended with herbs and fried into fritters, intense from the island's volcanic soil. A local specialty worth seeking out specifically there.
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