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After 19 years in the culinary industry, including
SAVOURING CRETE six Michelin-starred restaurants, Pavlos Kyriakis revamped the
menu of Cretamos, the gastronomic jewel of Royal Senses Re-
sort & Spa, for the second year. While putting a delightful spin on
Royal Senses Resort & Spa called on Chef Pavlos Kyriakis,
Cretan fine dining, the collaboration made a lasting impression
awarded a Toque d' Or and Michelin star, to create a new on him, the Royal Senses team, and customers alike. The Athens-
based Athinorama Magazine even awarded Cretamos as a Top
gourmet menu for the Top-Notch 2024 Cretamos Restaurant. Notch restaurant by the Toque d' Or awards 2024.
How would you describe your creative journey as a chef during your
He more than delivered and shares his experience.
collaboration at Cretamos?
A very nice and creative journey, as working with the Cretamos
team allowed me to better understand Cretan cuisine and prod-
ucts and incorporate them into my recipes and dishes.
How did you feel upon entering the kitchens of Royal Senses for the
first time?
Seeing the kitchen and its staff, I felt confident that together we
could create and offer our guests an unforgettable experience.
What comment have you heard from visitors about the menu of Cre-
tamos that will stay with you?
One of the nicest comments I heard from a customer was that
they would come back to Crete and Cretamos for the food.
What common values and goals do you have with the people of
Numo Hotels & Resorts that have brought you together?
We share the same vision to create a unique experience and a
place that will become a must-see destination for its hospitality
and food.
Can you reveal a significant personal moment that stands out from
your collaboration in Crete?
I will emphasise how hospitable the hotel owners are, as well as
how humble and close they are with their staff. And this is be-
cause I can't choose just one personal moment.
Complete the sentence: "I would return to Panormos, Rethymno for…."
...for the Royal Senses. •

''WORKING WITH THE
CRETAMOS TEAM
ALLOWED ME TO

BETTER UNDERSTAND
CRETAN CUISINE
AND PRODUCTS AND
INCORPORATE THEM
INTO MY RECIPES
The new Cretamos menu invites you to enjoy the finest summer flavours of Crete, courtesy
of Michelin-starred Chef Pavlos Kyriakis and his passion for unique experiences. AND DISHES.''

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