Near the villages of Kastraki, Meteora and Dhavia there is a special restaurant named Neromylos. You have to drive towards Dhavia, over the bridge and look for signs which direct you to the restaurant. It is best to drive before the sun sets!
The restaurant is well known for its trout which they breed by themselves in large ponds at the back of the restaurant. The waiter was so kind to give us a tour of the facility.
The breeding area is very old. Water comes from a spring up the hill and cascades over the various basins. The youngest fish are in the upper basins. After a few weeks they are put in the lower basins. The oldest fish swim in the lower basin.
Of course the entire breeding area is fenced off to keep out birds and other animals.
Fresh trout
Fresh trout
Outside the basins
After the tour, we ordered their signature dish: trout! It was delicious!
Interesting. How old are the fish that are best to eat? And what do they feed them?
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately we did not ask when the fish is harvested. And we also do not know what they eat...
ReplyDeleteWe are going to be in Kalambaka in a few weeks and was wondering the best wy to reach the restaurant without a car? Are there taxis? How far is it from Kalambaka, Also how were the prices?
ReplyDeleteIn 2010 I think we paid 22 euros for appetizer, 1 fish, 1 meat dish and soft drinks. The fish was about 12 euro (we think, the receipt is in Greek and is faded).
DeleteWe arrived by car, so we don't know how to reach the restaurant without a car. I am afraid you need a taxi / car to get there.