Private Chef based
in Crete

Email Contact
chef@chef-alexakis.gr 

Phone Call Us
+30 6972 819 296
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+30 6972 819 296

Explore Menu

Explore our menu inspired by the rich culinary heritage of Crete — from land to sea, each dish is crafted with care to elevate any occasion.

Chicken menu

Freshly Baked Pastry Selection
A variety of warm, handmade breads and baked bites to begin your meal.
Bruschetta with Fresh Tomato, Basil & Prosciutto
Crisp toasted bread topped with juicy tomatoes, aromatic basil, and thinly sliced prosciutto.
Seasonal Green Salad with Mizithra & Orange-Honey Vinaigrette
A fresh mix of greens with sesame pastel, soft Cretan mizithra cheese, and a sweet citrus dressing.
Stuffed Chicken Fillet with Cretan Kefalotyri
Tender chicken breast filled with spinach and aged Cretan kefalotyri cheese, served with risotto and your choice of creamy or meat-based sauce.
Pecan Pie
Rich, nutty and perfectly balanced - a sweet finish with a soft crunch.
Seasonal Fruit Platter
A light and refreshing selection of hand-cut seasonal fruits.

FISH MENU

Artisan Pastry Selection
A freshly baked assortment of traditional and handmade pastries to start your meal.
Seasonal Green Salad with Smoked Salmon & Basil Vinaigrette
Crisp mixed greens paired with delicate smoked salmon, finished with a light, aromatic basil dressing.
Mussels Saganaki
A Cretan classic — mussels simmered in a rich tomato sauce with feta, herbs, and olive oil.
Grilled Sea Bream Fillet
Perfectly grilled sea bream, served with smooth potato purée and steamed seasonal broccoli.
Orange Pie
Moist and fragrant, made with real oranges and syrup, served as a sweet, refreshing finale.
Seasonal Fruit Platter
A colorful mix of fresh, ripe fruits to cleanse the palate and complete the experience.

PORK MENU

Fresh Pastry Selection
A warm assortment of handmade savory and sweet pastries to begin your meal.
Saganaki Cheese
Golden-fried Greek cheese with a crispy crust and melty center — a rich and comforting appetizer.
Farmer’s Salad (Greek Rustic Salad)
A traditional mix of fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, olives, and feta, dressed with extra virgin olive oil and oregano.
Grilled or Sautéed Pork Fillet with Pepper Sauce
Tender pork fillet, prepared to your preference and served with creamy mashed potatoes and seasonal grilled vegetables.
Traditional Greek Syrup Desserts
A rich variety of syrup-soaked treats - sweet, aromatic, and authentically local.
Seasonal Fruit Platter
A refreshing mix of ripe, hand-cut fruits to end your meal with balance and color.

BEEF MENU

Fresh Pastry Selection
A variety of warm, handmade pastries to open the meal with comfort and flavor.
Vegetable Patties with Flavored Yogurt
Crispy vegetable croquettes served with a light, herbed yogurt dip - aromatic and satisfying.
Mixed Seasonal Salad with Mustard Vinaigrette
Fresh greens, seasonal vegetables, and a tangy mustard dressing — vibrant and balanced.
Slow-Cooked Beef Shank (for Two)
Tender beef shank braised to perfection, served with onion-scented potatoes and grilled vegetables. Ideal for sharing.
Greek Boureki with Cheese & Cinnamon
A warm, rolled pastry filled with soft cheese, subtly spiced with cinnamon — traditional, fragrant, and comforting.
Seasonal Fruit Platter
A fresh and colorful mix of seasonal fruits to finish with a clean, refreshing touch.

BBQ MENU

Fresh Pastry Selection
A variety of warm, handmade pastries to start your meal with comfort and tradition.
Handmade Dolmadakia & Tzatziki
Grape leaves delicately rolled with herbed rice, paired with cool, creamy tzatziki made from yogurt, cucumber, and garlic.
Fava with Spring Onion
A smooth, flavorful purée of yellow split peas, finished with fresh spring onion and extra virgin olive oil — a classic Greek appetizer.
Traditional Cretan Salad with Feta
Crisp vegetables, rusks, Cretan olive oil, oregano, and a generous topping of local feta — full of freshness and character.
BBQ Meat Platter
An abundant selection including grilled lamb ribs, homemade beef burgers with warm pita, marinated grilled chicken, pork souvlaki, and traditional sausages.
Grilled Seasonal Vegetables & New Harvest Potatoes
Colorful vegetables grilled to perfection, alongside potatoes roasted with aromatic herbs of Crete and a touch of lemon.
Seasonal Fruit Platter & Traditional Greek Syrup Desserts
A refreshing mix of ripe seasonal fruits, paired with a selection of syrup-soaked sweets - the perfect balance to end your meal.

CRETAN MENU

Fresh Pastry Selection
A warm assortment of handmade Cretan pastries to open the meal in the most traditional way.
Xigalo & Barley Rusks with Tomato, Feta & Capers
Fresh sour Cretan yogurt served alongside barley wedges topped with grated tomato, crumbled feta, and capers - a rustic yet elegant appetizer.
Served with: Braised goat in red sauce and traditional Cretan pasta, finished with soft anthotyro cheese.
Seasonal Green Salad with Apaki & Pomegranate Balsamic
Mixed greens with Cretan smoked pork (apaki), balanced by a sweet-tangy balsamic cream with pomegranate.
Oven-Roasted Milk Lamb with Herbs & New Potatoes
Tender milk-fed lamb slow-roasted with aromatic Cretan herbs, served with young potatoes scented with lemon and wild herbs.
Sfakian Pie with Honey & Cinnamon
A thin, hand-stretched cheese pie from Sfakia, lightly fried and topped with pure Cretan honey and a touch of cinnamon.
Seasonal Fruit Platter
A refreshing variety of ripe seasonal fruits — the perfect way to end a rich Cretan feast.

BREAKFAST

Fresh Pastry Selection
A variety of handmade pastries, warm and fragrant - the perfect way to start your morning.
Spreads & Accompaniments
Butters, margarine, hazelnut cream, Cretan honey, and a selection of local fruit jams.
Savory & Sweet Bakery
Freshly toasted bread with turkey and cheese, vanilla cake, soft crepes, and fluffy pancakes.
Dairy & Yogurts
Low-fat and full-fat Greek yogurt, served plain or with your favorite toppings.
Cretan Graviera Cheese
A rich, aged cheese with a nutty profile - a true taste of Crete.
Egg Dishes
Choice of omelet, scrambled eggs, or fried eggs - made to order.
Cured Meats
Crispy bacon and traditional Greek sausages for a hearty, satisfying breakfast.
Local Produce
Freshly cut tomatoes, cucumbers, and a selection of green and black Cretan olives.
Drinks
Freshly squeezed orange juice, filter coffee, milk, and a variety of aromatic teas.
Seasonal Fruit Salad
A refreshing and colorful selection of hand-cut seasonal fruits.

Inspired by the land and soul of Crete, Chef Alexakis crafts dishes that honor memory, season, and place.
His cooking is a gesture of welcome – warm, refined, and always rooted in the spirit of true Cretan hospitality.

+30 6972 819 296

Heraklion – Crete – Greece
chef@chef-alexakis.gr

Working Hours:
Mon – Sun : 7.00am – 24.00pm 

Inspired by the land and soul of Crete, Chef Alexakis crafts dishes that honor memory, season, and place.
His cooking is a gesture of welcome – warm, refined, and always rooted in the spirit of true Cretan hospitality.

+30 6972 819 296

Heraklion – Crete – Greece
chef@chef-alexakis.gr

Working Hours:
Mon – Sun : 7.00am – 24.00pm 

English | Ελληνικά

Address

Heraklion, Crete, Greece
chef@chef-alexakis.gr

+30 6972 819 296

Working Hours

Mon – Sun : 7.00am – 24.00pm