‘Freshly-baked bread, village-style biscuits dipped into sweet, dark coffee and fruit hand-picked from the neighbour’s garden. Morning sets in over Zakynthos, and the land illuminates with the warm light of the sun.’
‘Every dawn, local fishermen return from the sea holding the fresh catch of the day: sea bass, octopus and sardines. Outside, under the endless azure of the Zakynthian sky, we immerse ourselves in the flavours of tradition.’
‘White table cloths, the clinking of crystal glasses, a symphony of chatter with languages from near and far. That was the harmony of aristocratic Zakynthos, another world of cosmopolitanism running parallel to the charming simplicity of our island.’
‘They danced around, arm in arm, a spiral of movement and energy. There was fried calamari, gyros rotating in the corner and glasses filled with ice and ouzo. But mostly there was music. Music and laughter.
From our garden straight to your table. Enjoy the authentic Greek taste as they have been made for centuries in Zakynthos.
Experienced sommeliers will guide guests through the wine list, offering tastings, tours and information regarding their production.
‘Descending the marble staircase, running your hands along the polished banisters, you were met by the welcoming chorus of guests in the lobby. Familiar faces, new faces, friends and family, this was the start to every morning.’
‘Arms resting on the edge of infinity, head tilted back to greet the midday sun, body released in a purifying swirl of crystal-clear water. The essence of summertime, the essence of the Mediterranean, the essence of life on the island.’
‘The seaside of Zakynthos echoes the atmosphere of the Riviera. Graceful boats with tall sails float past, the glowing sun beats down on the sand that kisses the crystal-clear waters and the feeling of summertime fills the air.’
‘Most afternoons were spent in the Kafeneio. The scent of rich, freshly brewed Greek coffee filled the air, accompanied by the familiar sounds of backgammon tiles dancing across the table and morning news from around the island.’
