BuonVento all year round, even in winter!
While we serve Italian cuisine at our restaurant, BuonVento doesn’t stop when the summer season ends. Winter is the quiet season in Paros, and though the restaurant takes a well-deserved break, we certainly don’t!
That’s when we turn our attention to crafting our beloved Panettone di Paros — a festive tradition made with care, local ingredients, and Italian expertise. Available both on the island and in Athens, our panettone brings a taste of BuonVento to your Christmas celebrations.
Read on to discover how we make it, what makes it special, and how to get your hands on one this holiday season!
Locally Sourced Ingredients. The Traditional Christmas Dessert … handcrafted.
What is a Panettone?
A panettone is a traditional, nostalgic, and heart-warming brioche, originating from Italy. As Neapolitans ourselves, the memories run deep with this dessert. Besides love and care, here are the main ingredients for the Panettone di Paros, presenting 2 types of Panettone.
Traditional, Citrusy Panettone
Ingredients:
- Candied bitter oranges
- Dried raisins
- A glaze of crystallised sugar
- Chips almonds
- Hazelnuts
Chocolate Panettone
For gourmands and for the larger kids among us!
Ingredients:
- Chocolate chips
- Candied bitter oranges
- Cocoa in the dough and on the glaze
- Hazelnuts
- Almonds
- Crystallised sugar
The making of Panettone di Paros
Our Panettone is handcrafted by us, as well as the fruits, which are locally sourced and candied by us. This is a true “passion project” for us. The fact of ravishing the palates of our big and small clients during Christmas time is what makes our heart jollier.
A dream come true: every single year
Chef Massimiliano Ruocco crafts each panettone using natural sourdough, candied fruit from our garden, fresh eggs, Naxos butter, and Madagascar vanilla — all brought together through a slow, two-day leavening process.
20 Days of Around-the-Clock Production
Just like with our mozzarella, we set out with a clear idea: to take the incredible ingredients of Paros and transform them through the lens of Italian culinary tradition and craftsmanship.
Fresh Paros Fruit, Candied by Us
What makes our Panettone di Paros so special? It’s the love and care behind every ingredient. We make everything ourselves — no industrial shortcuts.
We personally pick the oranges, mandarins, and lemons from Paros, then candy them by hand, following traditional methods.
Here are some photos from the making-of; just a taste to get your appetite going!
Craving Our Panettone di Paros? We Don’t Blame You!
Is your mouth watering just thinking about our delicious panettone? We get it; it’s hard for us not to sneak a bite while baking them ourselves! And we’ve got some merry, jolly news for you…
We sell our Panettone di Paros during the Christmas season! To place an order, simply contact us directly.
FAQ on our Panettone di Paros
After reading all about our panettone, you may naturally want to know more about the practicalities of ordering one (or several!) for the Holidays. Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions our customers ask.
Can I order a Panettone di Paros from outside Greece?
Yes, in Italy. If you live in another country, we cannot at this moment deliver to yours. As much as we would like you to try our panettone, it’s due to customs restrictions, high shipping costs (higher than the price of the panettone itself!), or delivery time limitations for fresh products.
How can I order a Panettone di Paros?
You can place your order directly by contacting us via email or phone. For local pickups (Paros), you can also pre-order and collect in person.
How long does the delivery take?
Once your order is confirmed and the panettone is baked, delivery typically takes: 🇬🇷 1–3 days within Greece 🇪🇺 3–7 days to Italy.
How much does a Panettone cost?
The price of our panettone di Paros is €44 per unit (shipping not included). All the ingredients are locally produced. They are homemade and not industrialised.
How much is shipping?
Shipping costs vary depending on the destination and number of items ordered. Prices will be calculated at checkout. For orders within Greece, local pickup or delivery options may be available at reduced rates.
When is the Panettone di Paros available for purchase?
We sell them from mid November to the 20th of December.
Which countries do you ship to?
We currently ship within Greece (mainland and islands) and Italy. Please check our list of available shipping zones by contacting us to confirm availability for your location.