Veloudo Dairy, Kria Vrisi, Macedonia

Veloudo is a small-scale dairy based in the region of Pella in northern Greece. They source certified organic milk from farmers and shepherds in the local area who graze their animals on open pastures and feed them a diet of organic hay and grains. Veloudo's yoghurts are made with very fresh milk (within 24 hours of milking) using the traditional method of straining in a ‘tsantila’ (muslin cloth). This produces a true Greek yoghurt, where some of the whey from the milk is gently removed, leaving behind a concentrated, thick yoghurt with a velvety texture and rich flavour. The traditional process results in a naturally high-protein yoghurt, a much thicker consistency, and the classic, slightly tart Greek yoghurt flavour. They produce yoghurt from organic cow’s, sheep’s, and goat’s milk, as well as a perfectly balanced organic Tzatziki.