Charcuterie Chronicles: A Culinary Voyage at Cold Cuts Kassakis

Cold Cuts Kassakis LP has been dedicated to producing smoked traditional meat products since 1999. Located in the village of Galatas in the Minoa Pediada Municipality, Crete, our roots go back to the early 20th century when our great-grandfather, Kassakis George, brought genuine traditional Cretan recipes from the Lassithi plateau and began crafting sausages for the surrounding villages.

Four generations later, we continue to honor these authentic recipes, offering a variety of high-quality, exclusive meat products. Our handmade production of traditional smoked meats blends predecessors’ recipes with innovative additions — all crafted without any chemicals.

Cretan Charcuterie Tasting

• Charcuterie Workshop Tour: Visit the Kassakis production facility and learn about the traditional methods of smoking, curing, and processing artisan Cretan meat products since 1999
• Cretan Charcuterie Heritage: Discover the rich tradition of meat preservation in Crete — from smoked apaki and loukaniko to cured cheeks and other island specialties
• Tasting Experience: Taste a curated range of Cold Cuts Kassakis’s exceptional smoked and cured Cretan products with expert commentary on each item’s character and heritage

Experience the heart of Kassakis with an exclusive tour of our farm and production area in Galatas, Minoa Pediada. Witness the meticulous crafting of traditional smoked meats, made with the utmost care and expertise.

Embark on a journey through the history of the Galatas region, spanning from the ancient Minoan civilization to the present day — uncovering the rich cultural heritage that shapes these unique Cretan products.