The Cretan diet was and remains today a model of nutrition that gives longevity and good health. Thus it has now been accepted that the Cretan diet is the best example of a Mediterranean diet.

Crete has one of the oldest and most delicious culinary traditions in the world. A tradition of flavors, aromas, materials and techniques that begins in prehistoric times and reaches today.

The ancient Cretans and Minoans consumed almost the same products that are consumed today.In the palaces of the Minoan era, large jars were found that were used for olive oil, cereals, pulses and honey.
So we understand that the history of the Cretan diet begins a long time ago as can be seen from the findings of the archaeological excavations.