Naxia Sweet Home (Naxos Town)

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Naxia Sweet Home (Naxos Town)

The tiny family-run Naxian boutique specializes in artisan candy, made with quintessentially local flavors such as sage, citrus, mastic, and even ouzo. Candy is made directly before the eyes of the visitors, who are welcome to sample several varieties before taking a pick.

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address45 Exarxopoulou, Chora, Naxos
phone+30 22850 22529
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