The Greek diet is one of the healthiest and also the most delicious on the planet. Greeks really know to do it and as a Greek below I will present the top 10 essential dishes you have to try when in Greece. 

• Mostra with Mykonos kopanisti cheese: The traditional mostra is a spicy appetizer consisting of a large, slightly moistened barley rusk (mostra), spread with Mykonos kopanisti cheese (PDO cheese), garnished with finely chopped tomato, olive oil, and oregano.
• Mykonos louza is a fine cured meat made from pork tenderloin (the sirloin). It is known for its ruby color, intense flavor, and aroma, as it is aged in the open air and seasoned with allspice, savory, black pepper, and salt.
• Mykonos sausages are distinguished by their aroma of savory, oregano, mahlepi, and pepper. They are dried in the air (the Mykonian north wind), making them a delicacy to accompany wine. They are products with high nutritional value due to the quality of the meat and herbs.
• Mykonos wine, mainly represented by “Mykonos Vima,” includes wines from local varieties such as Assyrtiko, Mandilaria, and Agiannitis, which are cultivated on the island. They are mainly available as dry whites, rosés (such as Veggera in Rosé), and reds (such as Paraportiano), characterized by good acidity and citrus aromas. In addition to bottled wines, locally vinified wines are also available on the island.
• Mykonos’s chorotkeftedes are traditional fried patties made from fresh greens, herbs (mainly fennel), and flour, which are a classic Lenten appetizer offering an authentic taste of the island.
• Mykonos green beans (or louvia) are a traditional summer dish, usually served as a salad with a strong garlic sauce. They are lightly boiled and combined with skordalia made from crushed garlic, olive oil, and vinegar (or lemon), making them an ideal appetizer.
• Mikònu beer (Mykonos Microbrewery) is the first and only craft brewery on the island and is open to visitors in the Argyraena area. It produces fresh, unpasteurized beers with a local character, inspired by the Cycladic landscape, including Fresh Lager, Pale Ale, and special editions such as Fragos’ko.
• The authentic traditional almond cookies of Mykonos are soft, aromatic sweets made mainly from almonds, sugar, and rose water. They are shaped like almonds, lightly baked, and then covered with powdered sugar. They are fasting foods (without butter or eggs) and are a classic treat.
• Mykonos tsibita are traditional, open cheese pies made with fresh mizithra or tyrovolia cheese, honey, and cinnamon, which are a custom of the island.
• Traditional Mykonos kalathakia are round tartlets filled with almonds, sugar, eggs, lemon zest, and cinnamon. They are baked in the oven and are a characteristic sweet of the island.
• Moussaka is undoubtedly a favorite dish to try in Greece, as it is traditional and exceptionally flavorful. It consists of thick layers of eggplant casserole (aubergines) and potatoes, accompanied by a rich tomato-based beef or lamb mince sauce, and a creamy béchamel sauce. This combination creates an exquisite balance of rich and savory flavors, making it a remarkable dish that one should not miss when visiting Greece. 
• Tzatziki is an essential component of a Greek dinner table and is widely appreciated throughout Greece. A table without tzatziki is always incomplete. This refreshing dip consists of strained Greek yogurt combined with cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and either dill or mint. Tzatziki is highly versatile, as it can be served spread on bread or used as a dip for vegetables and grilled meats. It is an ideal dish to try when visiting Greece for the first time.
• Choriatiki, nothing screams summer in Greece like the popular Greek salad. This vibrant and refreshing dish celebrates the deliciousness of simplicity. Ripe, juicy tomatoes are the star of the salad, combined with cucumbers, red onions, green bell peppers, kalamata olives, and feta cheese. To top it all off, it’s finished with a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and dried oregano. What started as a staple for farmers and villagers is now one of the most popular foods in Greece.
• Spanakopita is the perfect Greek savory pie because it’s a balanced dish: salty, savory, and easily consumable every day, all a day family snack in any form without even the need for protein. Is made of perfectly flaky phyllo dough with a comforting filling of spinach and sometimes with feta cheese nestled in.
• The addictive taste of Souvlaki can be attributed to its fresh and flavourful ingredients, the grilling process, its marinade, simply served with lemon and oregano in skewers or wrapped in Greek pie with salad, tzatziki and French fries or not. Souvlaki is a popular fast food choice in Greece. Skewers of marinated meat are cooked over an open fire, it can be lamb, pork or chicken.
• Bougatsa is a lightly sweet phyllo pastry layered with semolina custard served as the perfect breakfast along with traditional Greek coffee or modern Greek coffee (freddo). You will love it and never forget it. You can choose a sweet version (usually custard) or a savory one, with feta or even minced meat.
• Gemista is the perfect traditional Greek food during the summer season. Gemista or stuffed in English can be made with ripe, beef tomatoes and green bell peppers filled with rice, minced meat or not in the vegan diet, olive oil and spearmint for an extra kick.
• Dolmades, also referred to as Dolmadakia, are a traditional Greek all day family snack or meze dish. They consist of cabbage or grape leaves filled with a flavorful rice mixture that includes various herbs. The stuffed leaves are then rolled and boiled until tender, resulting in a popular and enjoyable dish.
• Loukoumades are crispy, fluffy and delicious, truly a dream for your palate. These round dough balls covered and drizzled in honey or aromatic syrup and sprinkled with chopped nuts or cinnamon is the Greek version of donuts. They are fried and sweet, and sometimes you will find them with served with chocolate sauce.
• Last but not least Gyros, is meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie then sliced thin and served wrapped in pita along with tomato, onion, tzatziki and french fries. It is the Greek style street food and one of the world’s oldest street foods. In Greece, it is normally made with pork or with chicken.