Minos Palace hotel & suites unveils revamped dining experiences this summer

Embrace the moment, taste the flavours of the Mediterranean, and let inspiration flow this summer at Minos Palace hotel & suites as it opens its doors to new dining concepts.  The adults-only hotel situated in Agios Nikolaos, Crete, introduces a revived dining concept with wellbeing at its core, featuring two restaurants and two bars, with new interiors and menus inspired by ancient Greece.

Guests at Minos Palace can indulge in a variety of local Cretan and Mediterranean dishes, with a farm-to-table experience. The menus boast fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients such as olive oil from Rethymnon, daily delivered fresh fish, organic vegetables from Lerapetra, honey from the nearby village of Prina, and many more.

Minos Palace hotel & suites is a sanctuary located on a private peninsula, where immersive wellbeing, bespoke design, and the unique landscape come together to create a transformative journey towards self-discovery. With 360° views, an infinity pool and its herbal gardens, this oasis of calm resembles an island within an island.

Now guests can also savour four new dining concepts, each serving authentic mediterranean dishes with a twist, these include:

AMAR Main Restaurant – Inspired from Ancient Greek meaning eternal, everlasting, enduring

A tribute to the timeless traditions of Mediterranean cuisine and the nutrition for longevity, at Amar, healthy and delicate dishes are prepared with passion for detail and wisdom passed down through generations. The menus offer fresh, seasonal, and restorative ingredients that are locally sourced. An enlivening experience, from a refreshing start to the day to epicurean moments in the evening, cuisine served at Amar is said to nourish body and soul.  Using herbs from the hotel’s very own gardens, chefs and sommeliers orchestrate a symphony of local dishes and wines, with food rich in nutrients that have been scientifically proven to benefit health. The serene atmosphere of a sun-kissed terrace and the organic shapes of contemporary design invite guests at Amar to create memories that last forever.

NAMA Pool Bar – Inspired from Ancient Greek meaning running water, stream, river, spring

At the heart of Minos Palace, nama offers a tranquil ambience and invigorating views of the infinity pool and Mirabello Bay beyond it. The place where strangers become friends over carefully crafted cocktails, mocktails and bites made with fresh and refreshing ingredients.

NYN Beach Restaurant – Inspired from Ancient Greek meaning now, presently

nyn invites guests to be inspired by nature and embrace the present moment, served in a secluded beachside setting of intimate charm. With a focus on Mediterranean cuisine, each dish celebrates the rich flavours of the region with locally sourced ingredients and a focus on sharing. At nyn, traditional recipes are blended with contemporary interpretations, and understated elegance with culinary creativity.

MOSA Beach Bar– Inspired from Ancient Greek meaning muse

mosa is situated on the beach, with views of the expansive sea, sandy beach and secluded coves nestled along the coastline. The intimate setting and laid-back atmosphere welcomes guests to discover their inner muse while sampling a selection of nibbles, artisan cocktails and local wines.

Other authentic food and drink experiences at Minos Palace include the option for private dining where guests can indulge in five different menus from an idyllic setting at the private beach or in the herbal garden; private wine tours at one of Crete’s prestigious wineries with tailor-made wine tastings and food pairings; and a chance to visit the traditional village of Kritsa, to meet with Women in Action, a female-led cooperative, who maintain traditional culinary creations where guests can learn how to make traditional Cretan pastries, with recipes passed on down the generations.

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