Gastouri Christmas Bread (Christopsomo)

The Gastouri Christmas Bread, known locally as Christopsomo, is a traditional festive loaf from the village of Gastouri in Corfu. Handcrafted with care and devotion, it blends fine flour, local olive oil, honey, and warm spices such as cinnamon and clove. Each loaf is beautifully decorated with symbolic dough patterns representing prosperity, family, and blessing. More than a festive recipe, it is a living tradition that brings families together and celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Ionian Islands.