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A Cycladic Inspiration Indulge in a culinary odyssey Gastronomic Festival
at Panigyri, where the
essence of Greek cuisine
is celebrated through
Owner and Chef Marios Salmatanis of Thalassamou locally sourced ingredients, Experience an authentic Greek dining
Restaurant - Oyster bar on the island of Paros explains exceptional olive oils, and journey at Panigyri, where tradition,
fine Greek wines.
what makes Cycladic cuisine so special.
sustainability, and gastronomy
converge in a festive garden setting.

O pened in 2019 by Chef Fanis Maikantis, Panigyri
in Fira, Santorini, offers an authentic Greek
dining experience. In Greek, “Panigyri” signifies
a traditional summer festival, often held in village
churchyards where locals share food and wine. This festive
Marios Salmatanis has an innovative approach while paying homage to
traditional recipes: ‘‘We slow cook most of our dishes in ceramic pots in the spirit is mirrored in Panigyri’s garden, adorned with casual
wood oven, a technique I learned from previous generations.’’ seating, fairy lights, and trees, creating a homely atmosphere.
The menu showcases the best of Greek gastronomy, focusing
on fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced locally in Santorini and
the Aegean islands. The restaurant also employs sustainable
practices by utilizing their own 2-acre organic garden, which
opened in May 2022. Their daily breakfast includes fresh eggs,
house-made sourdough bread, and Greek yogurt. Lunch
and dinner feature Cycladic classics like seasonal salads,
homemade pasta, slow-cooked meats, and fresh fish.
Panigyri’s chefs are experts in olive oil, using 16 varieties from
different regions to enhance each dish. A highlight of the
restaurant is its olive oil tasting experience, where guests are
guided through a gastronomic journey of ten eminent virgin
Greek olive oils, paired with fresh meze from their garden.
In the evenings, Panigyri transforms into a lively gathering
place for both locals and travelers. Guests can enjoy signature
cocktails, traditional music, and live events, all under the
warm Santorini sky.
Are you ready to embark on a delicious journey through
C Thalassamou Restaurant on Paros sourced either from our own organic garden Santorini’s culinary heart? 
hef Marios Salmatanis of always choose the best seasonal ingredients,
Panigyri: Agiou Athanasou, 84700,
is celebrated for his creativity and or as locally as possible.
Santorini - Fira Center
commitment to sustainability. What should visitors to the island
Known for signature dishes like the iconic definitely not miss trying? T: +30 2286 0 22595
info@panigyri.com
“Fake Calamari Risotto,” Thalassamou also Visitors should not miss the traditional panigyri-santorini.com
delights with daily baked sourdough bread ‘revithada’—chickpeas slowly cooked in a
from a wood-fired oven, honeyed octopus ceramic pot in a wood oven, a signature dish
stifado, and unique scorpion fish with of many Cyclades Islands.
casarecce. What is your approach to sustainability?
This season, Marios is introducing “Fotia We grow our own organic vegetables and
by Thalassamou” at the marina of Alyki, collaborate closely with local farmers and
featuring an exclusive open-fire kitchen. This fishermen. We minimize food waste by feeding
all-day venue will offer new flavors and textures leftovers to domestic animals, thereby reducing
in a Cycladic setting, perfect for enjoying the our ecological footprint. 
sunset.
How would you describe the culinary Thalassamou: Pisso Aliki Beach, Aliki,
philosophy at Thalassamou? Paros 84400
Our philosophy is to blend inventiveness with T: +30 22840 91461
respect for ancient and traditional recipes. We welcome@thalassamou.gr

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