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 gourmet getaway



 The Constant                                                                 Athenian Gastronomic Delights




 Italian Chef                                                                                                      Enjoy never-ending


                                                                                                                   sea views as you dine
                                                                                                                   on inspiring Japanese
 The all-time classic
 Sale Bianco initiates us                                                                                          fusion cuisine at
 to what the food lovers                                                                                           Matsuhisa Athens.
 call “mangia bene”.                                                                                                      cknowledged as one of
                                                                                                                   A      the hottest dining destinations

                                                                                                                          in Athens, this outpost of the
                                                                                                                          globally renowned Nobu
                                                                                                                   restaurant network offers a spectacularly
                                                                                                                   beautiful seaside setting. Located within
                                                                                                                   the Astir Palace, Matsuhisa Athens,
 B  style and a menu that pays                                                                                     Rockwell Group, is purely magical,
 oasting a gracious manorial
                                                                                                                   designed by New York’s famous
 homage to the Italian cuisine,
                                                                                                                   whatever the occasion, be it a business
 Sale Bianco is the sole proof
                                                                                                                   a romantic dinner for two or simply
 that classic can be timeless. For 12                                                                              lunch or dinner, an anniversary, birthday,
 delicious years, its kitchen is the scenery                                                                       fine dining with friends. Minimal and
 where knowledge is married to tradition                                                                           organic in design, and surrounded by
 and combined with high quality of                                                                                 abundant greenery, magnificent views
 raw materials. No matter how many                                                                                 overlooking the Saronic Gulf during the
 times you may visit it, the experience                                                                            day, overwhelmingly beautiful sunsets
 is always an ode to Italian gastronomy.                                                                           and dining under a blanket of stars as they
 The soul of Sale Bianco, chef Salvatore                                                                           shine bright in the night sky, provide the
 Andolina, has a flair for truffle which is                                                                        perfect backdrop for a truly wonderful
 demonstrated beautifully in the menu.                                                                             gastronomic journey. At the helm of the
 It makes perfect sense, if you consider                                                                           kitchen, Executive chef Tony Vratsanos
 that every strong memory you may                                                                                  and Head Chef Thomas Kourakos
 have from Italian tastes is blessed with                                                                          re-create the magic of the legendary
 a touch of truffle! And yet, it will not                                                                          cuisine fusing Peruvian and Japanese
 surprise us if that memory was created                                                                            flavors that encompasses chef Nobu
 inside the atmospheric interior of Sale                                                                           Matsuhisa’s classics known all over the
 Bianco. This is the precious corner to                                                                            globe. With a wide-ranging menu packed
 enjoy delectable dishes made of the                                                                               with peerless dishes originally conceived
 authentic love to stir emotions. How                                                                              by the legendary chef, diners can expect
 is that materialized? Through very                                                                                sashimi, sushi, entrees, starters as well as
 selected products and fresh ingredients                                                                           exemplary desserts with curated wine lists
 that upgrade the taste of a genuine pizza                                                                         and phenomenal cocktails completing
 or a hearty risotto, not to mention the                                                                           the perfect dining experience. Finally,  the
 irresistible carpaccio. A pasta lover or                                                                          UMI Bar is a great place to unwind and
 not, one is certain once you pass the                                                                             meet friends for Martinis and expertly
 entrance of that gastronomic myth                                                                                 mixed cocktails crafted by Matsuhisa’s
 in Glyfada and taste the handmade                                                                                 bartenders alongside a delicious variety
 tagliatelle of Salvatore Andolina. You                                                                            of Nobu tapas dishes. 
 will definitely become one!                                                                                      Matsuhisa Athens, (Four Seasons Astir
 Sale Bianco                                                                                                       Palace Hotel Athens)
 Pair your mouthwatering dish with a glass of fine wine   Markou Botsari 10, Glyfada  Executive chef Tony Vratsanos re-creates    Apollonos 40, Vouliagmeni, Athens
 from the impressive international wine list.   Tel: +30 2108986301               the magic of the legendary cuisine fusing   Tel: +302108960510
 salebianco.gr                                                                    Peruvian and Japanese flavors.   matsuhisaathens.com




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