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.

MIX MENU

Fresh Pastry Selection
A variety of handmade pastries, warm and fragrant - the perfect way to start your morning.
Dakos
Traditional Cretan barley rusk topped with fresh tomato, feta cheese and extra virgin olive oil.
Dolmadakia
Tender vine leaves stuffed with aromatic rice and vegetables.
Tzatziki
Traditional Greek yogurt dip with cucumber, garlic and extra virgin olive oil.
Sea Bass Ceviche
Fresh sea bass marinated with citrus, herbs and delicate Mediterranean flavors.
Traditional Greek Salad with Feta
Fresh tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, onion, olives and rich feta cheese, finished with extra virgin olive oil and oregano.
Grilled Sea Bass
Perfectly grilled sea bass served with Mediterranean aromas.
Sautéed Shrimps with Lemon Sauce
Juicy shrimps sautéed in a light and fragrant lemon sauce.
From the Grill
Grilled chicken, homemade beef burgers, pork souvlaki and traditional handmade pies.
Boiled Broccoli
Fresh steamed broccoli with a delicate texture.
New Harvest Potatoes with Cretan Herbs
Oven-roasted baby potatoes flavored with aromatic herbs from Crete.
Variety of Fresh Seasonal Fruits
Refreshing selection of fresh seasonal fruits.
Orange Pie
Traditional Greek orange pie with aromatic syrup and rich citrus flavor.

VEGETERIAN MENU

Fresh Pastry Selection
A variety of handmade pastries, warm and fragrant - the perfect way to start your morning.
Tzatziki
Traditional Greek yogurt dip with cucumber, garlic and extra virgin olive oil.
Dolmadakia
Tender vine leaves stuffed with aromatic rice and herbs.
Falafel
Crispy deep-fried chickpea croquettes with aromatic herbs and spices.
Dakos
Traditional Cretan barley rusk topped with fresh chopped tomatoes, feta cheese and oregano.
Green Salad with Cherry Tomatoes
Fresh mixed greens with juicy cherry tomatoes and a light dressing.
Veggie Burger
Homemade vegetable burger served with grilled mushrooms and steamed broccoli.
Orange Pie
Traditional Greek orange pie with aromatic syrup and rich citrus flavor.
Seasonal Fruits
Refreshing selection of fresh seasonal fruits.

MEZE MIX MENU

Fresh Pastry Selection
A variety of handmade pastries, warm and fragrant - the perfect way to start your morning.
Chicken Tigania with Mushrooms & Peppers
Tender chicken sautéed with fresh mushrooms, colorful peppers and aromatic herbs.
Sautéed Shrimps with Lemon Sauce
Juicy shrimps sautéed in a light and fragrant lemon sauce.
Oven-Baked Feta with Herbs
Traditional feta baked in the oven with Mediterranean herbs and extra virgin olive oil.
Homemade Meatballs with Fresh Tomato Sauce
Juicy homemade meatballs simmered in rich tomato sauce with herbs.
Braised Octopus in Wine Sauce
Slow-cooked octopus in aromatic red wine sauce with Mediterranean spices.
Dakos
Traditional Cretan barley rusk topped with fresh tomato, feta cheese and extra virgin olive oil.
Tzatziki
Traditional Greek yogurt dip with cucumber, garlic and extra virgin olive oil.
Roasted New Potatoes with Lemon & Oregano
Golden roasted baby potatoes flavored with lemon and oregano.
Eggplant Rolls with Cheese
Grilled eggplant rolls filled with creamy cheese and herbs.
Quinoa Salad with Fresh Vegetables
Light quinoa salad with fresh seasonal vegetables and aromatic herbs.
Platter of Seasonal Fruits
Refreshing variety of fresh seasonal fruits.
Traditional Greek Lemon Pie
Traditional Greek lemon pie with delicate citrus aroma and velvety texture.

Authentic Raw Ingredients - LOGIA GAIA

Extra Virgin Olive Oil from Agios Thomas, Crete

Recommended Wines - LOGIA GAIA WINES

The Authentic Expression of Cretan Winemaking

In the historic area of Agios Thomas, Heraklion, at an altitude of approximately 650 meters, the vineyards of LOGIA GAIA are cultivated with dedication, respect for nature and deep love for the Cretan land. The unique soil composition, the region’s microclimate and Crete’s long-standing viticultural tradition create the ideal conditions for producing wines of exceptional quality and distinctive character.

Combining carefully selected Greek and international grape varieties, LOGIA GAIA wines express the authenticity of our land through aromas of flowers, ripe fruits and Cretan herbs. Every bottle is crafted through meticulous grape selection, modern winemaking techniques and profound respect for tradition, preserving the wine’s freshness, balance and aromatic complexity.

Our white wines are characterized by refreshing acidity, elegance and delicate aromas of citrus fruits and white blossoms, while our rosé wines reveal a velvety texture, fruity character and refined aftertaste. Carefully designed to pair harmoniously with Mediterranean cuisine, seafood, white meats and authentic Greek flavors, they offer a complete gastronomic experience.

LOGIA GAIA is more than just wine. It is the expression of a place, a family and a tradition that continues to evolve through time.

LOGIA GAIA
The soul of Crete… bottled.

More infromation: www.logiagaia.gr

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