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ON SKY WITH DINA NIKOLAOU

The show "Greek Tastes" presented by chef Dina Nikolaou and aired on SKAI TV was found in Arnaia of Halkidiki and at the "source of honey".. We tried honey and mudovina..
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HONEY - PROPERTIES OF HONEY

What is honey?

Honey is an aromatic, viscous, sweet material derived from the nectar of plants, which bees collect and convert for their food into a thicker liquid and finally store in their combs.

Properties of honey:

The consumption of honey is attributed to the longevity of famous beekeepers, ranging between 80 and 90 years. Dark colored honeys have the most tonic properties, such as e.g. pine honey, which is rich in trace minerals.

Honey as human food is one of the most valuable, nutritious and healthiest foods. It gives energy to the muscles, clarity to the mind, disinfects and regulates the digestive system. Its regular use gives vigor to the body and contributes to prolonging life. Hippocrates and all the doctors of antiquity recommended it as a medicine in many cases. And today its therapeutic value is recognized in habitual constipation, in heart diseases, anemia, adenopathy and in cases of collapse and weakness of the body.

This opinion is widespread throughout the world and most importantly it is also documented by scientists. Thus in an attempt to determine the action of honey as food and medicine in various clinical cases Duisberg (1967) distinguished the following cases.

  • Honey acts against fatigue and this is achieved by storing the fructose it contains in the liver as glycogen. There it is converted into glucose, thus increasing its content in the blood. Facilitates the assimilation of calcium, activates ossification.

  • It cures or relieves internal disorders, stomach ulcers, insomnia, sore throats, some heart diseases and generally has a beneficial effect on the heart as well, increases blood hemoglobins and muscle strength, etc.

  • In external use, it treats burns, wounds and nasopharyngeal diseases thanks to inhidin, which gives it bacteriostatic properties. Honey, therefore, is the basic product in beekeeping but also a valuable ally of the human body.



Nutritional value of honey:

  • The sugars in honey are simple, they are absorbed immediately, which is why honey is a quick source of energy for the body.

  • Its composition consists of a large number of nutrients and is rich in trace elements (calcium, copper, magnesium, zinc, iron), proteins and amino acids.

  • The consumption of honey helps to restore health faster in cases of anemia due to the iron it contains. It favors blood circulation, exerts an astringent effect in cases of dysentery and helps with prostate problems.

  • It acts against heart disease, fatigue, stomach ailments and helps regulate intestinal function.

  • Honey has an antimicrobial effect and prevents the growth of bacteria and other pathogenic organisms. it is useful for healing and cleaning or disinfecting wounds.



Why should you eat Greek honey?

  • It is an excellent natural product.

  • It tastes better than the imported ones.

  • You help the Greek economy and contribute to the preservation and improvement of Greek nature.

  • Imported honey is watery with higher percentages of moisture and the risk of it becoming sour is maximized.

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OFFICIALLY MUNDOVINA P.G.E


  • "Mundovina" was recognized as a local Geographical Indication Product of mountainous Halkidiki.
  • The geographical indication and the name of a wonderful special spirit are officially registered, for which the recipe of the preparation of the fermentation and

    distillation for its production is handed down from generation to generation until today.

 

Published in F.E.K. (no. 2827/issue two/19-10-2012) the Decision of the Deputy Minister of Finance for the recognition of the geographical indication "Mundovina".

The geographical indication "Mundovina" can complement or replace the sales name of the alcoholic drink "honey distillate", provided that it is produced within the region of mountainous Halkidiki (Municipalities of Aristotelis and Polygyros).
Mundovina has been made by the beekeepers of the mountainous Halkidiki for decades, who use the harvested combs and the leftover honey in them.
The beekeepers, after removing (harvesting) the honey, ferment the sugars of the remaining quantities of honey in the combs and distill the fermented honeydew, to prepare their own drink, which in their vernacular is called Mundovina.
Mundovina belongs to the "hard" drinks (along with Ouzo and Tsipouro) because, for the most part, it has a high alcohol content, greater than 45% Vol.
It is a wonderful special spirit, especially since it is distilled without anise, in which the natural aromas obtained from each honey of the Halkidiki Mountains, as well as the wax, are revealed. This is also its difference from honey distillate, i.e. the participation of aromatic substances of the wax, in its bouquet of aromas.
Mundovina belongs to the "party" drinks, to the "appetizers", which connect with the Greek culture. It is accompanied by dishes that have a strong taste, seafood, spicy salads, local cheeses and meat products, linked to the tradition of Mountain Halkidiki (mountain and sea) and covers all preferences.
In the composition of Muntovina, in addition to the aromatic substances of fermentation and fruits or seeds, the aromas from the work of the bee are also added.
Mundovina is free from the unwanted methanol (wood alcohol), which is necessarily found in other spirits. The absence of Methanol makes Mundovina easy to drink, without causing intolerance, dizziness, headaches and other symptoms of intoxication.
Mundovina without anise is used by the inhabitants of Mountain Halkidiki against colds but mainly as a digestive after a heavy meal.
For all the above reasons, in recent years the quantity produced by the beekeepers of Mountainous Halkidiki has been snatched away by tourists.
The recognition of Mundovina as a local Geographical Indication product is an important positive development and is expected to bring multiple positive results, related to the beekeeping sector, local tradition, the development of agritourism and the promotion of the product itself.



With his statements the Mayor Aristoteli Mr. Christos Pachtas reported the following:



"The recognition of Mundovina as a local Geographical Indication Product is a particularly positive development.
To identify the product, a series of historical elements linked to the production of Mundovina in Arnaia, at least since the beginning of the 20th century , were used.
The recognition of Muntovina is directly related to local agro-tourism development and beekeeping in the area of ​​the Municipality of Aristotle.
It is a spirit, for which the recipe for preparing the fermentation and distillation for its production has been handed down from generation to generation until today.
Through the protection of the geographical indication, Mundovina obtains greater added commercial value. Given its excellent quality characteristics, we believe that its reputation can spread quickly within and outside of Greece.
As Aristoteli Municipal Authority recognizing the tradition of beekeeping in our area and the excellent quality honey of our beekeepers, we started the procedures for the creation of a Honey Museum in Arnaia.
The Honey Museum, which we hope to complete soon in a building owned by the Municipality, has been placed in an ideal spot within the historical center of Arnaia, where a homogeneous set of traditional houses has already emerged and the two Museums of History-Folklore and Textiles are located.
As a Municipal Authority we will do everything possible to highlight our local products, such as that of Muntovina.

Finally, I would like to thank everyone who helped in the preparation of the technical file, as well as in any other way, for the recognition of Mundovina as a local Geographical Indication Product".

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HOW TO PRESERVE HONEY WITHOUT CRYSTALLIZING

If you have a quantity of honey at home and you don't want it to crystallize, here's what to do.
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WHY DOES HONEY CRYSTALLIZE?

Many of you may have wondered why honey crystallizes or "freezes" as it is called. You may have thought that you were tricked and sold adulterated honey. Error!

The truth is that honey crystallizes..

Crystallization is a natural property of honey and is due to several factors:


Botanical origin of honey:

Depending on the botanical origin of each honey, different properties appear.



Glucose content:
Honeys with a high glucose content (about 40%) crystallize quickly, within 1-2 months.
Honeys with a lower content (35% - 38%) crystallize in 3-12 months (flower honey).
Honeys with a glucose content of 31% - 35% crystallize slowly (thyme).
Honeys with a glucose content below 30% do not crystallize (pine).
Honey moisture: Greek honey has a moisture content of 14% - 19%. The closer the honey's moisture is to 14%, the higher the crystallization speed.
Honey storage temperature: Honey crystallizes faster at 14 C. As the temperature increases above 14 C, the crystallization time also increases.

As the temperature decreases from 14 C the crystallization time also increases.


A crystallized honey is therefore neither adulterated nor spoiled. Crystallization is not related to the quality of honey and does not cause any change in its nutritional, biological and dietary value.


To return it to a liquid form after crystallization, simply liquefy your honey by immersing the package in water at a temperature of 45 C
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ΓΕΥΣΙΓΝΩΣΙΑ ΜΕΛΙΟΥ ΣΤΟ TED-x THESSALONIKI 2016

HONEY PACKAGING


The company Meli Georgaka meets all domestic and European specifications for the production, packaging and marketing of honey and beekeeping products by implementing a food quality and safety assurance system (HACCP).



The company holds a registration license for a honey standardization and packaging facility.

The registration code number is 64 SM 3



The honey produced by the bees is harvested and packaged with care and diligence in appropriate facilities and under the appropriate conditions, emphasizing all the stages until the honey finally reaches you. Thus, the company is considered one of the most well-organized beekeeping units in the country. We work every day to collect what the bees create so we can offer it to you.



Our goal is, following the ancestral tradition, to continue to produce pure and quality honey and beekeeping products of excellent quality, coming directly from the Greek nature.





Sincerely,

Farmer family





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GREAT TASTE AWARDS 2016

GREAT TASTE AWARDS 2016

International distinction and 1 gold star for Georgaka honey from our first participation in the great taste awards taste competition in M. Britain.

The competition is organized by the Fine Food Guild, and the awards have been described as the 'Oscars' of the food and drink world.

400 judges, including the world's most famous food writers, tested 10,000 products with the blind taste system, through a process that lasted 49 whole days

With the name Georgaka you are sure of the quality and taste of the honey you enjoy.

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HONEY CREAM

Pure honey with a creamy texture without any additives, preserving all the properties of honey.
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