Ask any new traveller to the Greek islands what they expect to try from the local cuisine, and they will most likely list the same boring things. They will mention souvlaki, grilled octopus, or a golden standard, a feta salad. While these dishes are extremely tasty, they don’t define Zakynthos cuisine. There are many more to try, and the way you try them. Discover more below.
The Luxury Way of Tasting Local Delicacies
Zakynthos cuisine has been shaped for centuries. The countryside was always covered in ancient olive trees, allowing people to trade and enjoy the products by themselves. The traditional cuisine relied mostly on tomato sauces, aged sheep’s milk cheese, and mountain oregano. Trying those when visiting Zakynthos today is a must.
On most occasions, you can go shopping and pick the products as per your liking. However, to get to know more about gastronomy, booking one of the luxury villas in Zakynthos gives extra flavor. Private options offered by BlueVillas The Luxury Concept can completely transform the dining experience. Instead of booking a table in a restaurant, you can have a chef service. Observe how the chef cooks and simultaneously shares with you the history of local cuisine. This way of enjoying food on an open-air terrace feels like an event rather than a trite experience alongside crowds of people.
Island Food Culture Within Your Patio
Many tourists love exploring food options by visiting taverns along the main beach strip. While it’s a popular approach, you can transform your meals into something more exclusive. A few extra touches that will give you a deeper understanding of the Zakynthos food culture are:
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Request a backyard feast. You can book a chef service to come and cook sartsa (beef with garlic and ladotiri cheese) or rabbit stifado right in front of you.
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Have a wine dining experience. Instead of buying a house wine, organize a wine evening by pairing Avgoustiatis or Robola with a selection of mountain cheeses.
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Ask for an authentic breakfast. Skip the standard American breakfast but try bakery bread with wild thyme honey and fresh figs.
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Throw a seafood party. Request the harbor fishermen in town to get you the daily catch to grill it on your terrace and gather everyone for a party.
These are experiences common when renting a villa. With BlueVillas The Luxury Concept, a concierge service handles the sourcing, chefs, and delivery of goods to your liking.
Why Villa Dining Experience Against Local Restaurants
While it all depends on one’s preferences, having a private meal in your private kitchen or on the terrace differs from booking a table in a high-end restaurant. You don’t face crowded queues waiting for you to finish your meal and leave the place. You enjoy the delicacies overlooking the marvelous scenery of the Ionian Sea. You have a slowed pace of experiencing every piece of food and your company. With BlueVillas The Luxury Concept, you taste the Greek hospitality without time wasted on reading the reviews or booking tables.