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nadellii

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In the Greek airport, I’ve seen many different types of packaged baklava that I assume people bring home as souvenirs and gifts. Is there any brand or store that people have tried that is good and not too sweet? I would love to get some and see if I can also order them online if they ship internationally.
 
Yes, klostari (κλωστάρι) baklava from Ioannina is probably my favorite baklava. As for finding one thats not too sweet, that'll be hard because it is "syropiasta" meaning it's a dessert made with a lot of syrup.
 

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Yes, klostari (κλωστάρι) baklava from Ioannia is probably my favorite baklava. As for finding one thats not too sweet, that'll be hard because it is "syropiasta" meaning it's a dessert made with a lot of syrup.
I haven't heard of this brand, thank you. I will be on the lookout next time I go to Greece.
 
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This company too has excellent baklava or "syropiasta" sweets
I've had their baklava before! I highly recommend it!
 
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