Our story

In 2020, a health scare led me to dive deeper into nutrition. I had always eaten well—growing up in Greece, fresh produce was a staple in my diet—but I became increasingly curious about ancient, nutrient-dense foods that hadn’t yet made their way into the wellness spotlight.

Living and working in London, snacks have always been part of my routine. Sure, nuts and fruit are great—but sometimes, you just want something richer, something closer to chocolate.

Yet I couldn’t find a chocolate spread or protein bar made with genuinely nourishing ingredients—so in 2025, I decided to create one myself.

I turned to Greece for inspiration and production, more specifically the beautiful island of Crete. We're starting with small-batch creations, using our two star ingredients: carob and prickly pear—both naturally sweet, nutrient-rich, and deeply rooted in Mediterranean tradition.

Sounds tasty? Welcome to Bare Necessity.