Tast Olive Oil
Fabbrica Olive Museum is located at Syvros, a picturesque village south of Lefkas. The museum is housed in the building of the olive oil factory, belonging to the Tsarlambas familiy, one of the biggest and oldest families on the island. The building was declared a historic monument by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism in 1997. The oldest olive oil factory was built in the early 1800’s by the ancestors of the current owner and was in operation until mid 70’s. At the beginning it was horse powered, later on by diesel engine and finally by an electric motor. During the visit you can sample in a tasting area, according to the special tasting ritual, which will reveal the secret of good olive oil.