Filema – Halva with Pistachio 200g (Heraklion, Crete)
Halva is a Greek classic: with coffee, with tea, as a small dessert after dinner. Filema with pistachio has a distinct sesame tahini base and a pistachio accent (3% pistachios) which adds a nutty finish and pleasant crunchiness. A simple sweetness that always fits – especially when you want to serve something ready-made, but with character.
Taste and texture
Creamy-crumbly, easy to cut. Sesame-flavored, with a pistachio accent and a delicate vanillin note. Tastes good at room temperature, and when chilled it is firmer and easier to cut evenly.
Origin and ingredients
Producer/brand: Filema. Origin/region: Heraklion, Crete, Greece.
Ingredients: tahini, glucose syrup, pistachios (3%), sugar, partially hydrogenated vegetable oils (palm oil), cassava extract, flavouring: vanillin.
Allergens
Sesame (tahini), pistachios. May contain traces of peanuts or other nuts.
Usage
- with coffee and tea: classically, in a piece
- for a quick dessert: cut into cubes and serve on a plate
- with yogurt: crumble as a topping
- with ice cream: crumbly sprinkles (vanilla or cream)
- as a gift: a handy 200g for a deli set
Simple recipe: yogurt cup with pistachio halva (5 minutes)
- Put 3-4 tablespoons of thick yogurt (preferably Greek) into a bowl.
- Add fruit: banana, blueberries or orange.
- Crumble 2-3 tablespoons of halva on top.
- Optional: 1 teaspoon of honey and a little lemon zest.
- Serve immediately.
Pairings
Best with espresso and cappuccino. Flavor-wise, it pairs well with Greek yogurt, fruits (banana, citrus, berries) and vanilla ice cream. Pistachio also goes well with a lemon accent.
Key features
- 3% pistachios → nutty finish and pleasant texture
- sesame tahini base → classic character of Greek halva
- crumbly texture → easy to cut and serve
- perfect with coffee → dessert without preparation
- 200g → convenient portion for tasting and sharing
- origin: Heraklion, Crete → Greek heritage
Specification
| Name |
Halva with Pistachio |
| Producer / brand |
Filema |
| Origin / region |
Heraklion, Crete, Greece |
| Ingredients |
tahini, glucose syrup, pistachios (3%), sugar, partially hydrogenated vegetable oils (palm oil), cassava extract, flavouring: vanillin |
| Allergens |
sesame, pistachios; possible traces of peanuts or other nuts |
| Weight |
200 g |
| Storage |
store in a dry and cool place |
| Best before date |
on the packaging |
| Certificates / standard |
EN ISO 22000:2018 (according to information on the packaging) |
Nutritional values (per 100g)
| Energy |
2310 kJ / 554 kcal |
| Fat |
35.2 g |
| of which saturated fatty acids |
7.6 g |
| Carbohydrates |
45.2 g |
| of which sugars |
34.2 g |
| Fiber |
5.1 g |
| Protein |
11.6 g |
| Salt |
0.06 g |
FAQ
1) Is the pistachio flavour strongly noticeable?
This is sesame halva with a pistachio accent (3% pistachios) – the pistachio is noticeable in the finish and texture.
2) Is this a good halva for coffee?
Yes – this is one of the simplest and best uses: a piece of halva with espresso or cappuccino.
3) What is the best way to serve it for dessert?
With Greek yogurt and fruit, or as a crumbly topping for ice cream.
4) How to store after opening?
Keep tightly sealed and store in a dry, cool place.
5) Is it suitable as a gift?
Yes – the pistachio version is very "delicatessen-like", and the 200g format fits a gift set.
Who is it ideal for?
- for people who like tahini halva but want a nutty accent
- for pistachio fans and coffee desserts
- for gatherings and as a small Greek souvenir
Pairs with
- coffee and tea
- Greek yogurt
- citrus and berries
- vanilla ice cream
- honey (optional)
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