Jams of Pella and Imathia

The jams from Pella and Imathia are among the most celebrated gastronomic traditions of Central Macedonia. These regions are famous for their rich fruit production, including peaches, apricots, cherries, and apples, which are transformed into high-quality jams.

Pella is particularly known for its peach production, which forms the basis of many of the region’s jams. The peaches from Pella, with their sweet taste and intense aroma, are made into jams renowned for their rich texture and balanced sweetness. In addition to peaches, Pella also produces excellent jams from apricots and cherries, leveraging the area's optimal climatic and soil conditions.

Imathia is another region in Central Macedonia famous for its fruit production, especially apples and peaches. The jams of Imathia, primarily made from apples and peaches, are known for their high quality and traditional preparation methods. These traditional methods include the use of natural ingredients without preservatives, preserving the freshness and aroma of the fruit.

The taste of these jams is authentic and rich, highlighting the natural characteristics of the fruits from which they are made. Jams from Pella and Imathia are widely used in Macedonian cuisine, either as spreads on bread or as ingredients in traditional sweets and desserts.