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Lauda restaurant’s cuisine harks back to that time of purity and simplicity, thanks
to a fully organic menu.

the vibe At Andronis Boutique Hotel’s signature restaurant, the menu has been created by Executive Chef Emmanuel
Lauda, takes you in from the very first moment. Tastefully Renaut, the French culinary powerhouse with three Michelin
decorated in a minimal Aegean style, it’s a buzzing gastronomy Stars under his belt.
paradise. For a sneak peek into the epicurean wonders you can
Not that long ago, in the ‘70s, Lauda was Oia’s sole treat your taste buds to at the Lauda, imagine the brightest,
restaurant and home to the only telephone in the village. freshest yellowfin tuna you can, served in a tartare with
Locals would gather, break bread, let loose and celebrate lemon and avocado. Or… have you ever pondered what the
here, and this charming balcony seems to have held on to quintessential version of traditional Greek lamb would be?
that positive energy to this day. You’d be pressed to come up with anything better than “The
Although highly sophisticated, Lauda restaurant’s cuisine Greek Lamb”, with lamb shoulder cooked overnight, served
harks back to that time of purity and simplicity, thanks to a with a zucchini puree and fava split pea tart. Make sure you
fully organic menu where seasonal and authentic aren’t just leave some room for desserts straight out of your dreams,
buzzwords but building blocks for superb food. Serving with the sensual flavours of chocolate, herbs, cream, fruit
lunch and dinner alongside an extensive wine list featuring and honey coming together in unexpected combinations.
star labels from all over the world as well as Santorini’s own The stellar reviews and long history of this confident but
signature wines, Lauda is a must-visit no matter where you unassuming restaurant are not telling enough – you need to
are staying. Taking expectations – and results – even higher, taste these delicacies to believe them. • a three Michelin-starred chef, Emmanuel Renaut is the French maestro of this season’s top culinary experiences.

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