Haitoglou Macedonian Halva with Pistachios. Halva is a traditional Greek confection made from ground sesame seeds (tahini). It is a popular, healthy, and entirely plant-based snack, often eaten during the Lent period. The halva is made by the Haitoglou family using a traditional recipe that originated in the 1920s. The product in the image is a 400g box and contains pistachio nuts. It combines excellent taste with high nutritional value and is an excellent source of vitamins, proteins, and antioxidants.