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experience

    fine dining


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Inspiration, finesse

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and creativity!



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  EXPLORING THE FULL range of superb
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  restaurants at the Myconian Collection properties
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  is akin to entering a gourmet realm where
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  flavour and creativity reign supreme. Ten
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  sophisticated restaurants serve sheer quality
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  across ten Mykonos hotels and resorts. Diverse
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and distinct in their gastronomy, ambience
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and philosophy, they nevertheless share the
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Myconian Collection ethos of personal service
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  and attention to detail. Myconian Collection
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  guests are free to pick and choose to dine at
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  any of our finest restaurants. The classy options
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  include three Relais & Chateaux 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-
                                                                                                                                                     Serving Mykonos the Best                                                     to-table approach, we grow our produce on-
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  site, while beef is hand-reared by Myconian
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Collection patriarch George Daktylides. As a
                                                                                                                                                     FOR EVERY MEMBER of the teams powering   the atmosphere and, importantly, the service”.   local family and thanks to our long tradition
                                                                                                                                                     the Myconian Collection restaurants, culinary   Asked about of serving visitors from across   in hospitality, we have built time-honoured
                                                                                                                                                     creation is a passion – and the proof is quite   the world, he responds, “That’s a typical   ties with local fishermen, who provide us with
                                                                                                                                                     literally in the pudding.             day in Mykonos. I always make an effort to   their catch of the day. Even the salt used is
                                                                                                                                                     Looking after an extraordinary range of ten   talk to our diners. The Myconian Collection   the finest fleur de sel harvested around the
                                                                                                                                                     high dining restaurants, Myconian Collection   values feedback and a personal connection   island of Delos. The result is extraordinary
                                                                                                                                                     Executive Food & Beverage Operations Manager   immensely. I’ve met guests from New Zealand   ingredients – the building blocks of fantastic
                                                                                                                                                     Apostolis Geladaris speaks enthusiastically   to Korea, Brazil, Russia… And of course   food. Several cuisines and myriad influences
                                                                                                                                                     about the offering. Evident in his eyes and   Europe and the USA. Despite their different   are showcased at the Myconian Collection
                                                                                                                                                     tone of voice is a quiet confidence as well   backgrounds, there are certain elements every   tables. From creative Greek cuisine and French
                                                                                                                                                     as a warmth that mirrors the Myconian   guest appreciates: personal service, a genuine   high dining classics to bright, impossibly fresh
                                                                                                                                                     Collection ethos.                     interest in their experience and a warm smile”.  sushi and fusion selections, the chefs have
                                                                                                                                                     He welcomed our questions. “Our guests are at   Eager to welcome new and returning faces   tried and tested their most inspired work to
                                                                                                                                                     the heart of our work”, he stresses. “We want   to the Myconian dining experiences, he   date, ready to impress.
                                                                                                                                                     our guests to have the best possible experience   talks about the vast range of choices. “Every
                                                                                                                                                     – to exceed their expectations with the food,   Myconian Collection restaurant has its own
                                                                                                                                                                                           stand-out character that you see in the food,   The Myconian Collection’s
                                                                                                                                                                                           the d�cor, the vibe...” The staff have a huge
                                                                                                                                                                                           part in this. “We value our people immensely.   restaurants capture
                                                                                                                                                                                           They feel a part of our family from the very   the essence of Relais
                                                                                                                                                     Executive Food & Beverage             first day. They know they will be supported
                                                                                                                                                     Operations Manager                    and we encourage their input. The happiness   & Châteaux luxury,
                                                                                                                                                     Apostolis Geladaris speaks            of the team shows in the food, too”.
                                                                                                                                                                                           As for his message to Myconian Collection  harmoniously combining
                                                                                                                                                     with passion and confidence           guests, it is characteristic of the hospitality   understated elegance,
                                                                                                                                                     about the Myconian                    offered across its properties: “We are genuinely
                                                                                                                                                     Collection’s culinary offering        happy to be serving you at our ten restaurants.   contemporary design, fine
                                                                                                                                                                                           Never hesitate to come to us with your thoughts,
                                                                                                                                                     and outstanding service.              needs and desires!”                    cuisine and superb service.



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