Local Products of Paros
As one of the more fertile islands of the Cyclades, the agricultural wonder known as Paros Island is distinguished for its ever-popular wine, fruits, cereals, and olive oil. As of late, the production of Parian wine is on the upsurge. The world-class alcoholic beverage is getting manufactured by only using grapes from local vineyards and is bottled using modern bottling factories to boot. Aside from winemaking, Paros natives also make their living from agriculture, fishing, and animal farming.
These days, rampant tourism has changed the way of life for the locals, but the resilient Parians still maintain their age-old traditions in the face of change and opening up their island to many potential, contemporary influences. For instance, their olive trees and vines continue to be propagated, fresh fish and its delightful aroma still adorns the Parian dinner table, and local cheese remains a staple food and gastronomic experience.
Wine and Wineries in Paros
 Paros
is a big part of a large network of islands known as the
Cyclades in the central Aegean. Lambert-Gocs alleges that
the larger of two wine producers on Paros is the local
Paros Cooperative, who was involved in cementing the island's
reputation in world-class alcohol production. The other
wine producer, Manolis Moraïtis, has set its sights at
producing a premium-level portfolio by concentrating much
of its effort on discovering the potential of high-elevation
(400-500 meters) mono-variety Monemvasia.
While Moraïtis turns out excellent Paros OPAP reds, its Syllogi or Monemvasia from free-run juice of carefully chosen grapes, a Monemvasia-Asyrtiko blend, and rosé from Asytiko are its prime specialties. Indeed, Moraïtis-brand Mandelaria and Monemvasia have established the company's reputation as a premiere winemaker of the region.
Food in Paros
Paros food is comparable to the other Islands of the Cyclades with minute differences and some native specialties unique to the region. The specialties of Paros are the Mizithra, a soft white cheese created from goat's milk and used in salads instead of the feta; the traditional Petimenzinia sweets; the Gouna or mackerel fish sun-dried and served grilled; and Paros-made Pumpkin Pie.
Shops in Paros
 The
street markets of Parikia, which are located in the historical
center of the Paros capital, compose the main commercial
district of the island and specialize in meeting the unique
and capricious needs of travelers and vacationers alike.
Nevertheless, many other marketplaces that continue to
develop all over the island. They are all gunning for
the position of "main commercial district" as
well, it would seem.
For instance, shops offering services and products for home or office use are now moving outwards to what was once thought of as the town's peripheral road. Due to the expansion, it has now become a new street market. In any case, tourists can also find shopping areas around the Ekatondapiliani Church and on the way to Livadia, the town's northern coastline. Tourist shops scattered everywhere typically offer Paros visitors fine pieces of folk art, souvenirs, wood-carved objects, and ceramics.
Banks
The most popular Banks have branches on Paros Island.
The following banks have a branch office in Paros.
THE NATIONAL BANK OF GREECE
ALFHA BANK
THE COMMERCIAL BANK - EMBORIKI
THE POST OFFICE SAVING BANK
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