How Oia offers luxury dining for all tastes
A charming village perched on the cliffs of Santorini, Oia not only offers a feast for the senses with its stunning sunsets and picturesque streets, but also a literal feast for food enthusiasts seeking a most diverse culinary experience.
Within this idyllic setting, the meaning of Fine Aegean Tastes encapsulates the core of Santorini’s gastronomic delights, offering extraordinary luxury dining in Oia – from the vibrant hues of local produce to the tantalising aromas of freshly caught seafood.
If you are eager to visit Santorini, one thing is sure to expect from Santorini’s luxury dining scene; its rich culinary scene, including our very own luxury restaurant in Oia, will cater to your palate, ensuring a most memorable dining experience.
Santorini’s local produce
Emphasising on utilising locally sourced ingredients shines through in every dish in Oia’s luxury restaurants. Santorini’s fertile volcanic soil yields an abundance of fruits and vegetables, which are showcased in every lunch and dinner in Oia.
From crisp cucumbers and juicy cherry tomatoes to sun-kissed olives, tasty capers and fresh fruits, Santorini’s produce lends a bounty of flavours to salads and appetisers, while fragrant herbs add depth to savoury dishes, and fresh fruit graces every luxurious brunch in Oia.
From the sea to your table
With its proximity to the azure waters of the Aegean Sea, Santorini boasts an unparalleled selection of freshly caught fish and seafood, from grilled fish dappled with olive oil and lemon to ceviche made out of fresh fish.
At Alexios, guests can savour the fruits of the sea with dishes featuring caught fish and fusion seafood delicacies. Each bite is a testament to Santorini’s exquisite world of seafood.
Greek meat delights
For those with a penchant for meat, Oia’s culinary scene offers a wide array of carnivore-friendly options that celebrate Greece’s rich culinary heritage.
From meat marinated in fragrant spices and cooked as delicately as possible to imaginative meat recipes that elevate Mediterranean cuisine to brand new heights, carnivores are sure to find plenty in Oia to satisfy their cravings.
Dairy delights
In Oia’s luxury restaurants, guests can indulge in Santorini’s flavours with a wide selection of dairy products, including globally renowned Greek cheese (did someone say feta cheese?) and the ever-celebrated Greek yoghurt.
After all, no Greek meal is complete without a generous serving of dairy, and Alexios pays homage to Greece’s dairy tradition with a selection of artisanal dairy products finding their way in various of our dishes.
Wine for every occasion
The culinary diversity of Oia offers a gastronomic journey that celebrates the island’s rich bounty and cultural heritage – and wine could not be an exception. From crisp Assyrtiko whites to robust Vinsanto dessert wines, wining and dining in Santorini is an absolute must.
To complement its delectable fare, our luxury restaurant in Oia offers an extensive wine list featuring varieties from Santorini’s renowned vineyards. Guests can raise a glass to Santorini’s wine legacy as they enjoy panoramic views of the island’s breathtaking landscape and celebrate their special occasions in Oia.
