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FINE DINING





                                                                                          finest restaurants. The classy options
                                                                                          include three Relais & Châteaux venues,
                                                                                          renowned the world over for their
                                                                                          elevated standards, as well as additional
                                                                                          eateries that aim ever-higher in terms of
                                                                                          gastronomy, service and setting. In each
                                                                                          kitchen, exceptionally talented chefs
                                                                                          bring technique, precision and creativity
                                                                                          in spades. Using only the finest seasonal
                                                                                          ingredients available, they concoct
                                                                                          dishes that excite the senses and open
                                                                                          new horizons in flavour. Subscribing
                                                                                          to the farm-to-table approach, we
                                                                                          grow our produce on-site, while beef
                                                                                          is hand-reared by Myconian Collection
                                                                                          patriarch George Daktylides. As a local
                                                                                          family and thanks to our long tradition in
                                                                                          hospitality, we have built time-honoured
                                                                                          ties with local fishermen, who provide us
                                                                                          with their catch of the day. Even the salt
                                                                                          used is the finest fleur de sel harvested
                                                                                          around the island of Delos. The result is
                                                                                          extraordinary ingredients – the building
                                                                                          blocks of fantastic food. Several cuisines
             At the Helm of Taste                                                         and myriad influences are showcased at
                                                                                          the Myconian Collection tables. From
                                                                                          creative Greek cuisine and French high
             Apostolis Geladaris, Executive        the atmosphere and, importantly, the   dining classics to bright, impossibly fresh
                                                                                          sushi and authentic Japanese cuisine, the
                                                   service”.
             Food & Beverage Operations            Asked about of serving visitors from   chefs have tried and tested their most                                                                                                                    FRESH CATCH, FIERCE CRAFT
                                                                                                                                                                                                                        From the crystal-clear waters to the sizzling pans, the culinary team led
             Manager, reflects on the Myconian     across the world, he responds, “That’s   inspired work to date, ready to impress.•                                                                                  by Executive Chef Ilias Maslaris brings unmatched passion and precision
             Collection’s award-winning dining     a typical day in Mykonos. I always make                                                                                                                            to the kitchens of Efisia at the Ambassador, Epico at Deos, and Taverna at
             philosophy — a commitment to          an effort to talk to our diners. The                                                                                                                                Sunrise. Their secret? Day-fresh catches and a shared love for excellence
                                                   Myconian Collection values feedback
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          that turns each summer into a new chapter of unforgettable flavour.
             excellence and warm service that      and a personal connection immensely.   DINING WITH CHARACTER
                                                                                          As Food & Beverage Manager at the Royal
             defines every guest experience        I’ve met guests from New Zealand to    Myconian, located above the sun-drenched
             across its restaurants.               Korea, Brazil, Russia… And of course   shores of Elia, Andreas Kalampalikis shares, “Each
                                                   Europe and the USA. Despite their      of our restaurants has its own distinct personality.
                                                                                          Discovering them all is like stepping into a world
                                                   different backgrounds, there are certain   where taste and imagination take centre stage.”
                                                   elements every guest appreciates:
             For every team member behind the      personal service, a genuine interest in
             Myconian Collection’s restaurants,    their experience and a warm smile."
             culinary creation is a true passion — and   As for his message to Myconian
             the proof, as they say, is in the pudding.  Collection guests, it is characteristic
             Looking after an extraordinary range of   of the hospitality offered across its
             fifteen high dining restaurants, Myconian   properties: “We are genuinely happy to
             Collection Executive Food & Beverage   be serving you at our fifteen restaurants.
             Operations Manager Apostolis          Never hesitate to come to us with your
             Geladaris speaks enthusiastically about   thoughts, needs and desires!”
             the offering. Evident in his eyes and tone   Fifteen sophisticated restaurants serve
             of voice is a quiet confidence as well   sheer quality across eleven Mykonos
             as a warmth that mirrors the Myconian   hotels and resorts. Diverse and distinct
             Collection ethos.                     in their gastronomy, ambience and
             He welcomed our questions. “Our       philosophy, they nevertheless share
             guests are at the heart of our work”,   the Myconian Collection ethos of
             he stresses. “We want our guests to   personal service and attention to detail.
             have the best possible experience – to   Myconian Collection guests are free to
             exceed their expectations with the food,   pick and choose to dine at any of our


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