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Mediterranean Summer Entertaining the Greek Way

Medbest — Wed, 06 Aug 2025 09:01:17 +0000

Effortless Hospitality. Vibrant Flavor. Greek Soul.

In Greece, summer isn’t just a season – it’s a way of life. Days unfold around the sea, the sun, and the shared table. Meals are slow, generous, and filled with meaning. At the heart of it all: honest ingredients, bold Mediterranean flavors, and the joy of gathering.

With NEFÉLI, you can bring this spirit to your table – with gourmet Greek olives, PDO cheeses, vibrant antipasti, and aromatic condiments that embody the Mediterranean lifestyle. Whether you’re curating your deli counter, refreshing your foodservice menu, or setting the table at home, NEFÉLI makes summer entertaining both easy and unforgettable.

Your Summer Meze Table – The Greek Way

Whether it’s a seaside lunch, rooftop aperitivo, or backyard dinner, these are the elements that make Greek entertaining memorable.

Greek Classics with a Twist

Feta Cheese PDO – Slice thick, add watermelon cubes, and drizzle with NEFÉLI Balsamic Vinegar with honey for the ultimate summer pairing: salty, sweet, creamy, refreshing.

Kalamata Olive Spread – Smooth, savory, naturally rich. Serve with warm pita or crusty sourdough.

Sweet Olive Mix – A medley of green olives, cranberries, raisins, citrus peel & spices – bold, aromatic, and designed to spark conversation.

Stuffed & Grilled Olive Specialties

Halkidiki olives stuffed with feta – Creamy and tangy, perfect on skewers or meze platters.

Halkidiki olives stuffed with sundried tomatoes – Sun–kissed intensity in every bite.

Grilled pitted olives – Smoky and tender, with rich umami depth – ideal for pasta salads or charcuterie boards.

Salads Made Simple – Just Toss & Serve

NEFÉLI’s ready–to–serve salads are designed for modern meze menus, retail shelves, and fast–paced kitchens – offering premium quality without the prep.
Each salad is pre–marinated, perfectly balanced, and ready to plate straight from the jar.

Whether you’re a chef looking to streamline service, a deli manager stocking flavorful grab–and–go options, or a home host preparing a last–minute table, these combinations bring summer to the plate in under 5 minutes.

Six Easy Summer Salad Ideas:

Greek Olives & Feta Salad

❈ Base: 4 cups chopped romaine or mixed greens
❈ Add: 1 jar of NEFÉLI Greek Olives & Feta Salad
(Optional drizzle: Organic balsamic vinegar condiment)

A classic, rustic salad bursting with Greek olives, PDO feta, red pepper, garlic flakes, oregano, and basil. Balanced, briny, and aromatic – the ultimate Greek deli–style salad.

Lemon & Feta Olive Salad

❈ Base: 4 cups salad greens
❈ Add: 1 jar NEFÉLI Lemon & Feta Olive Salad
Optional drizzle: NEFÉLI Organic balsamic cream or Greek EVOO

A refreshing blend of lemony brightness and creamy feta. Light, citrusy, and ideal for summer menus.

Artichoke & Sun–Dried Tomato Salad

❈ Base: 2 cups arugula
❈ Add: 1 jar NEFÉLI Artichoke & Sun–Dried Tomato Salad
Top with: Crumbled goat cheese + balsamic glaze or fig spread

This combo offers the perfect harmony of garlic–marinated artichokes and sweet sun–dried tomatoes, elevated by the optional touch of balsamic fig cream for an upscale finish.

Vegetable Bruschetta

❈ Base: 3 cups baby spinach
❈ Add: 1 jar NEFÉLI Vegetable Bruschetta
Top with: Cherry tomatoes + grated Parmesan

A colorful, savory blend of eggplant, semi–dried tomatoes, green olives, and peppers – ideal for delis, salad bars, and Mediterranean platters.

Sweet ’n Spicy Red Pepper Salad

❈ Base: 4 cups mixed greens
❈ Add: Sliced NEFÉLI Sweet ’n Spicy Red Peppers stuffed with Feta
Top with: Cucumber slices, lemon juice, NEFÉLI Kalamata PDO EVOO

Sweet, spicy, and creamy – this salad packs a flavor punch, ideal for anyone who loves bold, Mediterranean tastes.

Classic Watermelon & Feta Salad (with a twist)

❈ Base: Cubed watermelon
❈ Add: Crumbled NEFÉLI PDO Feta Cheese
Top with: A drizzle of NEFÉLI Balsamic Cream with Fig

A timeless Greek summer favorite – with the fig balsamic cream adding a gourmet touch that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of watermelon.

Tip: These salads are shelf–stable, foodservice–ready, and versatile for both individual plating and buffet presentation.

Bonus Summer Refresher:

Apple Cider Cooler – With NEFÉLI Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, cold sparkling water, and fresh mint. A wellness–forward welcome drink for cafés, hotels, or home entertaining.

Let NEFÉLI Do the Work – You Take the Credit

Crafted in Greece, NEFÉLI’s range of premium, ready–to–serve specialties brings together convenience and culinary integrity. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or styling a gourmet display, you can skip the prep – and serve dishes that taste like they’ve been handmade with care.

So set the table, pour the wine, and let NEFÉLI transport your guests to Greece – one effortless bite at a time.

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Nefeli Olives Win Big at the Mediterranean Taste Awards 2025

Medbest — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 12:04:49 +0000

Celebrating Excellence in Greek Innovation & Flavor

We are thrilled to announce that Nefeli, Medbest’s flagship brand of gourmet Greek olives, has once again made headlines on the international stage — earning top honors at the prestigious Mediterranean Taste Awards (UK) 2025.

GOLD MEDALS

❈ Nefeli Barbeque Olives
❈ Nefeli Mandarin Spritz Olives

SILVER MEDALS

❈ Nefeli Mojito Olives
❈ Nefeli Halkidiki Olives Stuffed with Feta

“These awards are a testament to Nefelí’s vision — to take the Greek olive tradition and reimagine it in fresh, exciting ways,” says Panos Voutsas, Exports Director at medbest S.A. “Whether it’s smoky marinades, bright citrus blends, or the richness of PDO feta, each product brings something new to the table — and that’s exactly what today’s deli and gourmet markets are looking for.”

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A Globally Recognized Seal of Quality

The Mediterranean Taste Awards (MTA) are among the most respected international competitions dedicated to evaluating and promoting Mediterranean excellence in food & beverage. Based in the UK and judged by an expert panel, the MTA are known for their rigorous sensory analysis and strict transparency. Learn more about the awards at excellenttaste.co.

Winning at the MTA is not just about flavor — it’s about integrity, origin, and craftsmanship. For NEFÉLI, these wins are a celebration of our vision: to bring the best of Greek nature and creativity to tables across the world.

Innovation Meets Heritage

Nefeli’s award-winning olives blend traditional Greek varieties, such as Halkidiki and Kalamata, with unexpected culinary inspirations — from citrus spritzes to smoky BBQ infusions and fresh herbaceous notes.

These flavor-forward creations appeal to modern consumers seeking both quality and excitement in their antipasti and meze selections.

Discover the Taste of Distinction

Explore our full selection of award-winning olives and Mediterranean specialties.
www.medbest.gr | Available for retail, deli, and foodservice

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A Greek Classic, Reinvented – NEFÉLI Halkidiki Olives Stuffed with Feta Cheese

Medbest — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 10:04:50 +0000

Few products combine Greek authenticity, culinary versatility, and premium appeal as effortlessly as the NEFÉLI Halkidiki olives stuffed with feta cheese — an award-winning delicacy now gaining international recognition for both its consumer-loved flavor and professional-grade performance.

From Greece, With Origin & Purpose

Sourced from the sun-drenched groves of Halkidiki, Northern Greece, these plump green olives are naturally rich in flavor and prized for their firm texture and large size — perfect for stuffing.

NEFÉLI uses only carefully selected olives, preserving their vibrant green hue and fresh briny snap.

Each olive is stuffed with authentic Greek feta cheese, certified PDO and made exclusively in Greece using traditional methods and local sheep’s and goat’s milk.

This product is a celebration of Greek origin, craftsmanship, and culinary harmony — with global appeal.

What Makes It Stand Out

❋ For B2B Buyers (Retail, Ho.Re.Ca., Distributors):

High-Quality, Ready-to-Serve Format: Perfect for gourmet delis, wine bars, hotels, and foodservice menus

Consistent Size & Product: Visually appealing, uniform olives in brine, without artificial preservatives

Award-Winning Credibility: Silver medalist at the Mediterranean Taste Awards (UK) 2025

Private Label Ready: Available for customized branding in retail-ready packaging

Ideal Margin Builder: Premium product that commands higher shelf prices without compromising volume

❋ For Your Customers:

Mediterranean Flavors They Trust: Greek olives + Greek feta = a delicious, authentic snack or appetizer

Convenient & Elegant: No prep needed — serve straight from the jar or tray

Versatile in Use: Great on charcuterie boards, salads, mezze platters, or paired with wine and cocktails

Naturally Wholesome: Real ingredients, real taste — no additives or artificial fillers

A Greek Taste for Global Tables

Whether you’re a retailer looking to expand your Mediterranean offering, or a hospitality operator seeking ready-to-plate delicacies, our feta-stuffed Halkidiki olives offer both marketable storytelling and menu-ready simplicity.

These olives bring together two of Greece’s most iconic products — the green olive and PDO feta — in a format that bridges tradition and modern gourmet demand.

Experience the product that speaks the language of flavor — and sells itself on the shelf.

Export-ready | Retail & Ho.Re.Ca formats available | Private label on request

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