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                                                                                                                                                                       U niq u e  d i ni n g




                                                                                                                                                                   I n s p i r ed b y t h e t a s te s a n d i n g r ed i e n t s
                                                                                                                                                                      of  cl a s si c a l  G re e c e ,  O p s o n  he ra l d s

                                                                                                                                                                        a b r a n d n e w d i n i n g e x pe r i e n c e .

                                                                                                                                                                       For Food aFicionados seeking a truly unique experience unlike
                                                                                                                                                                      any other, the fine dining experience at Opson restaurant is a flavourful
                                                                                                                                                                      journey into classical antiquity not to be missed. In creating the menus,
                                                                                                                                                                      Executive Chef Stefanos Kolimadis looked towards Ancient Greek
                                                                                                                                                                      archaeology, literature and art and worked with experts and academics
                                                                                                                                                                      to source, test and perfect the best food that Ancient Greece has to
                                                                                                                                                                      offer. Combining history with contemporary gastronomy, dishes that
                                                                                                                                                                      Aristotle, Homer and Plato used to eat are translated into a fine dining
                                                                                                                                                                      setting concept that is ambitious and inspired in equal measure.
                                                                                                                                                                       Bridging together points in time, the menu features unique dishes that
                                                                                                                                                                      make optimum use of the finest local produce, including freshly-picked
                                                                                                                                                                      vegetables and fragrant herbs from our own back yard, Santorini cheeses,
                                                                                                                                                                      capers, white aubergine and freshly-caught seafood and fish – as well as
                                                                                                                                                                      the island’s indigenous bright red tomato. Naturally, the accompanying
                                                                                                                                                                      wine list is as carefully put together as you’d expect showcasing local
                                                                                                                                                                      gems and international labels that perfectly accompany the innovative
                                                                                                                                                                      food. Regardless of whether you prefer fish, seafood or meat, one thing is
                                                                                                                                                                      assured: You’ll have a hard time picking your favourite from the enticing
                                                                                                                                                                      specialities at this shining temple of gastronomy. •

                                                                                                                                                                         Our head chef Stefanos Kolimadis, in consultation with classical scholars, has
                                                                                                                                                                         created a tasting menu based on the dishes enjoyed by philosophers such as
                                                                                                                                                                         Aristotle, Plato and Omiros. Opposite page – Combining contemporary cuisine
                                                                                                                                                                        with the flavours of an ancient time, bringing together the best Greek food with
                                                                                                                                                                         dishes known and loved by our legendary forefathers, the future and the past
                                                                                                                                                                                  come together in this special dining experience.
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