Krinós
About
Established in 1958, Krinos Foods is North America's largest importer and distributor of Greek and Eastern European specialty foods. Headquartered in New York with facilities across the continent, Krinos brings a vast array of over 1,800 frozen, refrigerated, and dry products to retailers, gourmet stores, and foodservice accounts. Their commitment to quality and unmatched variety, including best-selling tahini and olive oils, makes them a trusted source for the Balkan and Eastern European diaspora seeking authentic flavors in California and beyond. They are a significant provider for those looking for traditional items like specialty cheeses and pickled vegetables.
What we carry
- Beverages
- Cheeses
- Coffees
- Confectionery
- Meats
- Olives
- Olive Oils
- Pastas
- Peppers
- Candy
- Condiments & Sauces
- Juice
- Leaveners
- Nuts & Seeds
- Pickled Vegetables
- Vegetable Spread
Heritage & Philosophy
Krinos Foods, established in 1958, has grown to be a leader in the specialty food industry, emphasizing quality, value, partnership, and versatility. Their operations include a state-of-the-art New York facility with significant green elements, showcasing a commitment to sustainability alongside their dedication to bringing global flavors to every market.
What we love
- Largest importer and distributor of Greek and Eastern European foods in North America
- Over 1,800 diverse products, including best-selling tahini
- Strong distribution network across North America with a California facility
- Commitment to sustainability with significant solar power usage
Regional roots
Krinos Foods is a vital connection to home for the Balkan/Eastern European diaspora in California, offering a wide range of authentic products that allow them to maintain culinary traditions and find familiar tastes, from specialty cheeses to unique condiments. With a facility in Santa Maria, CA, they have a direct local presence.
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Krinós Taramosalata 227g (8oz)
Krinos Taramosalata is an 8oz (227g) jar of taramosalata from Krinos — the Greek-American specialty food brand — the classic Greek fish roe spread ...
View full detailsKrinós Bulgarian White Cheese 397g (14oz)
A block of white cheese crumbled over a Shopska salad on a hot summer afternoon is a taste from every corner of the Balkans. This is Krinos Bulgari...
View full detailsKrinós Fine Bulgur 2.2lbs (1kg)
In many Balkan kitchens, a pot of bulgur simmers on the back burner every Sunday, waiting to be spooned next to whatever comes off the grill. This ...
View full detailsKrinós Red Lentils 1000g (2.2lb)
Red lentil soup simmering on the stove is the smell that means dinner's almost ready on a cold night. This is Krinos's Split Red Lentils, 1kg (2.2l...
View full detailsKrinós Grape Leaves 907g (2lb)
Krinos grape leaves — Greece's tender brined leaves, pliable and bright, ready to roll. Generations of diaspora kitchens used Krinos for both Greek...
View full detailsKrinós Kashkaval Sheep's Milk Cheese 340g (12oz)
Krinos Kashkaval Sheep's Milk Cheese — USA-imported sheep-milk Kashkaval in the 340g format from Krinos, the Greek-Mediterranean-brand Kashkaval po...
View full detailsKrinós Oil Cured Olives 283g (10oz)
Greece's oil-cured olives from Krinos — slow-cured the Aegean way, wrinkled and intensely savory. Soft flesh, deep umami-rich finish, the small-jar...
View full detailsKrinós Ouzo Hard Candy 300g (10.6oz)
Anyone who grew up near a Greek kafenion remembers the little dish of ouzo candies set out beside the coffee cups, sweet licorice on the tongue whi...
View full detailsKrinós Extra Virgin Olive Oil Silver 750ml (25.4fl oz)
A tin of Krinos olive oil on the counter is a staple in kitchens that grew up drizzling it on everything from bread to salad. Krinos extra virgin o...
View full detailsKrinós Tahini Ground Sesame Paste 907g (2lb)
A jar of tahini like this is what turns a simple lunch into something that tastes like the corner grocer back home. Krinos, an American importer fo...
View full detailsKrinós Lemon Juice 946ml (32fl oz)
Krinos Lemon Juice is a 946ml (32fl oz) pure lemon juice from Greek-American pantry specialist Krinos — concentrated, vivid, and ready-to-use for t...
View full detailsKrinós Goats Cheese 2 Slices 574g (20oz)
Krinos Goats Cheese 2 Slices — Greek goat-milk feta-style cheese in 2-slice 574g (20oz) format from Krinos, pre-cut for the burek/pita-stuffing for...
View full detailsKrinós Taramosalata, Greek Style Caviar Spread 397g (14oz)
Krinos Taramosalata is a 397g jar of Greek-style fish roe spread — blended carp or cod roe with olive oil, lemon, and bread, the Levantine-Greek me...
View full detailsKrinós Black Olives, Greek 454g (1lb)
Krinos Greek black olives in the everyday pour — Aegean-cured, savory-deep, ready to plate. Tender flesh, oil-bright finish, signature Mediterranea...
View full detailsKrinós Pepperoncini 370g (13.1oz)
The pepperoncini that lands on every mezze plate — mild, vinegar-bright, made for picking up by the stem. Krinos brings the Halkidiki tradition sta...
View full detailsKrinós Pepperoncini 850g (1.9lb)
The Halkidiki pepperoncini that earns standing room on every mezze board — Krinos in the family-size pour. Mild green peppers, vinegar-bright, with...
View full detailsKrinós Ammonia Baking Powder 21g (0.7oz)
Unlock the secret to impossibly light and crisp cookies with Krinos Ammonia Baking Powder. This traditional ingredient is a must-have for those del...
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