Thigaterra: the restaurant that put the slow food movement into practice
Author Discover Crete
Gastronomy
Gastronomy
Slowly, of course, but always Greek: Thigaterra Restaurant offers you the exciting experience of the Slow Food Movement!
Thigaterra is "born" of the love for the pure raw materials of the Greek land and the deep love for eco-gastronomy , good and "fair" food that respects nature. In this restaurant you will gain experiential knowledge of the global Slow Food movement. Slow Food stands for the exact opposite of Fast Food, creating a meal from unprocessed ingredients that have been cooked the authentic way instead of processed foods that have been combined for a quick meal. Here, you will discover special recipes of modern Greek cuisine with selected raw materials from organic farming and exclusively local meat.
The gastronomy of the restaurant is based on the raw materials of small producers from Crete and the rest of Greece who respect and protect biodiversity, the ecosystem and the natural resources of the environment. The creation of the special dishes is a "rite of passage" and aims through the experiential process to acquire new, good habits regarding nutrition.
The menu has been created with the conscious selection of safe and beneficial raw materials in mind, while the menu has symbols indicating if there are any allergens or if the dish is compatible with a vegan or vegetarian diet.
Thigaterra's restaurant space uniquely combines traditional aesthetics with modern touches, creating an environment that enchants its guests. The combination of stone, wood and mosaic offers a special sense of authenticity and warmth, making every visitor feel at home
Thigaterra restaurant stands out for the unique experience it offers to olive oil lovers with its special Olive Oil Bar and its extensive Olive Oil List. At the customer's table, a tasting of three different olive oils is carried out, accompanied by three carefully selected appetizers and freshly baked hot bread.
In addition, the restaurant organizes olive oil tastings with experienced olive oil sommeliers.
The restaurant offers its guests a unique experience with a visitable wine cellar, which hosts fine selections from Greek and Cretan vineyards.
Thigaterra highlights the creations of small producers, carefully selected after extensive research.
At the same time, it features a grocery store with premium products from all over Greece.
Finally, guests have the opportunity to enjoy unique signature cocktails that highlight the local products of Greece.
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