"Christmas Basket" will be in effect from December 13th to January 3rd, according to the Ministerial Decision signed today, Friday, December 8, 2023, by the Minister of Development, Kostas Skrekas.

The "Christmas Basket" is an extension of the "Household Basket" that is already in effect, as 6 new food categories are added for the Christmas table.

Specifically, the following products are included in the "Christmas Basket":

Turkey

Chocolate

Tsoureki (Greek sweet bread)

Vasilopita (New Year's cake, similar to tsoureki)

Lamb

Goat

The Minister of Development, Kostas Skrekas, stated: "With the 'Christmas Basket' starting on December 13th, Greek consumers can choose the necessary products for the festive period at affordable prices. We remain steadfast in our position: all Greek households should have access to quality products at the best possible prices for the festive table."

It is noted that the list of existing products in the "Household Basket" remains unchanged. 

1 Rice

2 Toast bread

3 Sliced bread (standard/packaged)

4 Rusks

5 Pasta No. 6

6 All-purpose flour

7 Legumes (lentils)

8 Legumes (beans)

9 Legumes (chickpeas)

10 Pariza (bologna)

11 Turkey (deli meats)

12 Frozen fish

13 Fresh pork (packaged or not)

14 Fresh chicken (packaged or not)

15 Fresh beef (packaged or not)

16 Fresh full-fat milk

17 Fresh low-fat milk

18 UHT full-fat milk

19 UHT low-fat milk

20 Evaporated milk

21 Yogurt from cow's milk without flavors

22 Yogurt from cow's milk without flavors, low-fat

23 Feta cheese

24 White cheese

25 Gouda cheese

26 Low-fat cheese

27 Canned tomato juice

28 Eggs (cage and free-range)

29 Margarines

30 Olive oil

31 Sunflower oil

32 Frozen vegetables (at least two of peas, beans, green beans)

33 White sugar

34 Sweeteners suitable for diabetics

35 Oat products (at least one)

36 Infant cream

37 Infant milk

38 Greek coffee

39 Instant coffee

40 French coffee

41 Orange juice

42 Laundry detergents (liquid and powder - no tablets)

43 Floor and surface cleaners - chlorines

44 Dishwashing detergents for handwashing

45 Kitchen paper

46 Toilet paper

47 Toothpaste

48 Sanitary napkins or tampons

49 Shampoo

50 Solid soap

51 Incontinence pads

52 Diapers for babies

53 Baby wipes

54 Baby shampoo

55 Dog food

56 Cat food