Culinary experience in Chania
BBQ
BUFFALO MOZZARELLA SALAD
tomato, arugula with basil pesto
CABBAGE SALAD
carrot and pickled veggies with a garlic parsley dressing
BBQ GRILLED MEAT PLATTER
pancetta with honey and thyme
kebabs
chicken fillet
pork & chicken souvlaki
sausage
beef burgers
sauces (bbq, tzatziki, spicy tomato)
served with: fire roasted potatoes & grilled vegetables
DARK CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
Wine Pairing
RAPSANI – DOUGOS WINERY
Rapsani, with its rich tannins and notes of red fruits and spices, will perfectly match the flavors of meat and accompanying sauces, while complementing the complexity of the flavors of BBQ and roasted vegetables.
CATEGORY: RED WINES
BBQ Seafood
GREEN SEASON SALAD
tomato, avocado, sesame seeds, caper with orange vinaigrette
BBQ GRILLED SEAFOOD PLATTER
fish fillet
shrimps
octopus
calamar
small fried fish
sauces (yogurt with horseradish, guacamole)
served with: fire roasted potatoes & grilled vegetables
ORANGE PIE
with vanilla madagascar ice cream
Wine Pairing
MALAGOUZIA – ALPHA ESTATE
This wine, known for its aromatic profile and crisp acidity, will complement the freshness of the seafood and the variety of flavors in your salad and sauces. Its citrus and floral notes will enhance the flavors of the fish and the orange vinaigrette, while its acidity will balance the richness of the grilled seafood and the yogurt with horseradish sauce.
CATEGORY: WHITE WINES
Cretan
CRETAN SALAD
cherry tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, green tomatoes, caper leaves, sea fennel, fresh oregano, barley rusks, Cretan cream cheese & extra virgin olive oil
TZATZIKI
Greek yoghurt dip with garlic & cucumber
TYROKAFTERI
traditional feta spread with red hot chilli peppers
EGGPLANT “SAGANAKI”
with fresh tomato sauce, feta & “graviera” cheese
LAMB OR CHICKEN
with potatoes & wild herbs in the oven
KARIDOPITA
walnut pie with ice cream
Wine Pairing
XINOMAVRO – DALAMARAS
Xinomavro is a versatile Greek red wine known for its medium to full body, high acidity, and complex flavors of dark fruit, tomato, and herbaceous notes. It complements dishes with rich flavors like lamb or chicken cooked with herbs. The Dalamaras Xinomavro specifically offers a balanced profile that can stand up to the savory elements of the dishes like Eggplant “Saganaki” and Lamb or Chicken with potatoes and wild herbs.
CATEGORY: RED WINES
Greek Fish
GREEN SALAD WITH SHRIMPS
crispy bites of sourdough bread ,carrot flakes & graviera cheese vinaigrette
AVOCADO TZATZIKI
SHRIMPS SAGANAKI
with tomato sauce & feta cheese
FRESH FISH
with vegetables and tahini sauce
TRADITIONAL CREAM
filled with syrup pastries
Wine Pairing
MALAGOUZIA – ALPHA ESTATE
This wine is known for its crisp acidity and citrus notes, which complement seafood dishes excellently. It has a refreshing character that will enhance the flavors of the fresh fish and avocado tzatziki. The wine’s aromatic profile and medium body also make it versatile enough to stand up to the rich flavors of the baked feta in bouyiourdi and the creamy textures of the traditional cream-filled pastries.
CATEGORY: WHITE WINES
Greek Mousaka
GREEK SALAD
tomato, cucumber, onion, pepper, olives and feta cheese
SAUSAGE
from village with lemon
CRETA PIES
with cheese and spearmint
TZATZIKI
greek dip with garlic
MOUSAKA
eggplant, potatoes, mince meat and mornay sauce (Bechamel sauce)
EKMEK KADAYIFI
bread pudding dessert
Wine Pairing
XINOMAVRO – DALAMARAS
Dalamaras Xinomavro is a robust red wine with good acidity and structured tannins, which complements the rich flavors of moussaka. Its earthy notes and dark fruit flavors harmonize with the savory mince meat and creamy béchamel sauce in the moussaka. Also the wine’s medium to full body and balanced acidity also make it versatile enough to accompany the Greek salad’s fresh vegetables and feta cheese, as well as the savory sausage and creamy tzatziki.
CATEGORY: RED WINES
Tsigariasto and Cretan risotto
CRETAN SALAD
tomato, cucumber, onion, pepper, potato, mizithra cheese, carob bread
DOLMADAKIA
stuffed leaves with rice and herbs served with yogurt
CRETAN RISOTTO
traditional rice with staka butter
TSIGARIASTO
lamp slow cooked with wine and olive oil served with fried potatoes
SFAKIA PIE
traditional pie with cream cheese and honey
Wine Pairing
RAPSANI – DOUGOS
This wine has rich, complex flavors and a good balance of acidity and tannins, which complement the hearty, savory dishes like Tsigariasto and the creamy Cretan risotto. It will also pair well with the herbs and yogurt in the Dolmadakia and the sweetness of the Sfakia pie.
CATEGORY: RED WINES
Veal
TOMATO
with kritamo, cucumber and balsamic vinaigrette
TALAGANI CHEESE
with roasted tomatoes in a balsamic glaze
VEAL (24 hours slow cooked)
with tomato sauce and onions with roasted potatoes
GREEK YOGURT PANNA COTTA
with walnuts and honey
Wine Pairing
XINOMAVRO – DALAMARAS
This red wine from Naoussa offers a balanced acidity and robust flavors that complement the rich tomato sauce and savory veal, while also enhancing the roasted notes of the potatoes and the tangy balsamic glaze on the talagani cheese.
CATEGORY: RED WINES
Lamb from the island
SALAD FROM THE ISLAND
with tomato, zucchini, potato, greens, onion, egg, mini rusk mizithra cheese & extra virgin olive oil
FRIED ZUCCHINI BALLS
with garlic yogurt
CRETAN MASHED POTATOES
with olive oil and “graviera” cheese
LAMB (with the bone)
with honey, wrapped in a pie crust
CRETAN CHEESECAKE
with anthotyros cheese
Wine Pairing
GRAND CAVE – MEGA SPILEO ESTATE
This robust red wine complements the rich flavors of lamb, particularly when infused with honey and wrapped in pie crust. Its depth and structure also stand up well to the savory elements of the island salad, fried zucchini balls with garlic yogurt, and Cretan mashed potatoes with graviera cheese. The Grand Cave Red will enhance the dining experience with its full-bodied character and balanced tannins.
CATEGORY: RED WINES
Mediterranean Fish
WILD ARUGULA
pomegranate, escarole, toasted sesame, black pepper and grape vinaigrette
FAVA FROM SANTORINI
with caramelized onions
OCTOPUS CARPACCIO
with salad of red peppers from florina and capers
SMALL FRIED FISH
catch of the day served with tarama salad
ORANGE PIE
with kaimaki ice-cream
Wine Pairing
MANTINIA – TSELEPOS WINES
This is a crisp and aromatic wine made from the Moschofilero grape, known for its floral and citrus notes. It pairs well with seafood dishes due to its refreshing acidity and light body. This wine will enhance the Mediterranean flavors of your menu, providing a delightful balance to the pomegranate, sesame, and vinaigrette elements in the wild arugula salad, the caramelized onions in the fava from Santorini, and the delicate flavors of the octopus carpaccio and small fried fish.
CATEGORY: WHITE WINES
Chicken or Fish
TALAGANI SALAD
cherry tomatoes, baby salad, grilled cheese, balsamic glaze
GRILLED VEGETABLES
avocado cream with tahini
SHRIMPS
with carry, ginger and garlic butter sauce served with quinoa
or
CHICKEN FILLET
stuffed with sun dried tomato and pecorino cheese rolled at prosciutto served with pasta truffle cream
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
with salted caramel
Wine Pairing
XINOMAVRO ROSE – GEROVASSILIOU
This wine is known for its fruity and floral notes with a balanced acidity, making it suitable for both seafood (shrimps) and chicken dishes. Its versatility allows it to complement the variety of flavors in the menu, from the tanginess of cherry tomatoes and balsamic glaze to the richness of chocolate mousse with salted caramel.
CATEGORY: ROSE WINES
Salmon
OYSTERS
with urchin, wasabi, chives
ASPARAGUS
salad with manouri cheese, cherry tomatoes
SALMON
fresh salmon, pumpkin cream, confit tomato, mushrooms and herbs oil
LEMON TART
Wine Pairing
CUVEE MONSIGNORI – ARGYROS
This wine is a blend that typically offers crisp acidity and fruit-forward notes, making it versatile enough to complement both seafood like salmon and delicate flavors like asparagus and lemon tart. Its balanced profile can also harmonize with the richness of manouri cheese and the freshness of cherry tomatoes in the asparagus salad. The citrusy undertones can complement the lemon in the tart and provide a refreshing finish to the meal.
CATEGORY: WHITE WINES
Beef or Fish
CAPRESE SALAD
cherry tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, al pesto tomato sauce, basil chips, arugula
PORCINI RISOTTO
with truffle oil
SEA BASS
with fava beans puree, sun-dried tomatoes, caper, parsley-lemon oil
or
BEEF FILLET
carrot puree with vegetables sautéed spinach and demi dijon
CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
with salted caramel
Wine Pairing
MALAGOUZIA – ALPHA ESTATE
This white wine is a great option to pair with the Sea Bass. Its crisp acidity and floral notes will complement the fish and the accompanying fava beans puree and sun-dried tomatoes, providing a refreshing contrast.
CATEGORY: WHITE WINES
XINOMAVRO – DALAMARAS
This red wine pairs nicely with the Beef Fillet due to its robust flavor profile and ability to complement the wild mushroom sauce. Its earthy notes and structured tannins will enhance the dish.
CATEGORY: RED WINES
Islands
AVOCADO
with field greens, veggies, orange fillet with citrus sauce
ANCHOVIES
with fresh tomato sauce and caper
ORZO WITH SHRIMP
and spring vegetables
OCTOPUS COUSCOUS
stew with carrots and zucchino
or
FISH FILLET (catch of the day)
dry tomato, wild greens, caper and citrus sauce
TART
with fruits and cream
Wine Pairing
MUSCAT OF SPINA – KOURKOULOU WINERY
This wine is a Muscat varietal which typically offers floral aromas and fruity flavors with a crisp acidity. It complements seafood dishes well due to its citrusy and aromatic profile, making it an excellent choice for the diverse flavors in your Islands Menu. The hints of citrus in the wine will harmonize with the citrus sauces and fresh ingredients in your dishes, while its crispness will balance the textures and flavors of the seafood and vegetable components.
CATEGORY: WHITE WINES
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