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A private chef's guide to the island summer table

A private chef's guide to the island summer table

How our chefs build a villa menu around island farms, cheeses and the morning's catch.

The best meal of a Greek island holiday is often the one you never leave the villa for. A private chef turns the terrace into the best table on the island.

Start at the market

Our chefs plan the menu around what is in season that week: tomatoes and capers from Santorini, cheeses from Naxos, wild greens and fish landed that morning.

A typical evening

  • Meze on arrival: fava, local cheeses, cured fish
  • A raw starter — sea bream crudo with citrus and olive oil
  • Whole fish or slow-cooked lamb from the outdoor oven
  • Seasonal fruit and Greek yogurt desserts

Wine pairing

Santorini's Assyrtiko, aromatic Malagousia and island reds pair with almost everything. Ask for a sommelier-led tasting on one of the evenings.

Booking

Chefs can cook for a single dinner, every evening, or full board. Tell your concierge about dietary preferences and we'll send sample menus before you arrive.

Plan this with a concierge →

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