Food and Wine Pairing Experience at Avli Malia

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Delve into the rich culinary heritage of Greece with a meticulously crafted food and wine pairing experience. Enjoy five delectable courses, including a dessert, each thoughtfully paired with exceptional wines from Cretan and Greek vineyards. Under the expert guidance of a knowledgeable sommelier, savour the harmony of flavours as you explore contemporary Greek cuisine. This culinary journey not only tantalizes your taste buds but also educates you on the art of pairing food and wine, making it a truly immersive experience.

Example Menu

Starter

Welcome (Amuse bouche)

Our bread accompanied by marinated local olives. (Gluten free option available)

Starter

White tarama (fish roe)

with Aegina pistacchio and olive oil.

Starter

Octopus carpaccio

with crispy salad of fennel, red cabbage, carrot and a vinaigrette of apple cider vinegar, honey and olive oil.

Main

Salad

Seasonal par-boiled greens with Cretan Galomizithra cheese.

Main

Beef liver

Sautéed and caramelized with balsamic vinegar, rosemary and honey. (Gluten free option available)

Main

Croaker fillet

with organic vegetables from our garden.

Main

Beef with gigantes

Dessert

Cretan cheesecake

on a carob biscuit base, layered with creamy Mizithra cheese, and topped with local thyme honey and walnuts.

What's Included

Guided by a certified Sommelier
Five (5) courses - 8 dishes - including one (1) dessert – harmoniously paired with 6 x 75ml glass of wine and 1 x 40 ml dessert wine
5 X 75ml glasses of wine paired with each dish
Please arrange for your transportation and don't drive after the event as your blood alcohol levels will be higher than legal limit.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

You will find our restaurant at 2, Agiou Ioannou str., - Malia old town entrance. It is a few meters above St Nektarios church situated at the main Malia road (El Venizelou)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Food and wine tasting will include: Tasting of five (5) courses - 8 dishes - including one (1) dessert – all of these dishes will be harmoniously paired with seven (7) 75ml glasses of wine (40ml dessert wine). This culinary journey will take place under the guidance of an experienced wine expert/sommelier who will offer all relevant information about the dishes and the chosen wines.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Avli wine cellar

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Dining Experiences
Wine Tastings
Restaurants
Food & Drink
Spring Break
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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