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| Mykonos-Views of the Aegean |
Summer and again I was back in Mykonos. One of the, dare I
say, most cosmopolitan of the Greek islands, is part of the Cyclades in the
Aegean. It has blue seas and after-clubs and everything in between. The
picturesque town offers everything from morning walks and coffee, retail
therapy, art, restaurants, bars, clubs, post-club gyros to high end dining and
lunches by the beach with dancing included if you so wish. It is not cheap. But
you do get your money’s worth, which, to put into perspective is a lot.
For a food lover like me Mykonos is a little piece of
heaven. Scattered around the island are the traditional Greek tavernas, where
the fish is displayed, on ice, much in the manner that jewellery is displayed in
London boutiques. Just take your pick. Try Nicolas Taverna at
Agia Anna, right next to the very trendy Paraga Beach. They varied menu
includes fresh fish, traditional meat dishes and pasta. A good place to start
your food odyssey if this is your first visit to Greece.
There is such a novelty to the trendy beach
bars/restaurants, where not only is the food always good and the service
excellent but once you have consumed all that has been brought to the table,
the party starts as does the table dancing. Try Sol y Mar at Kalo Livadi. Also
a good place for a swim as the bay protects it from the wind. Bear in mind that
Mykonos is known for being the most wind swept island in the Aegean. I mean
serious wind. Hold on to your hats.
For something a little less musical, but equally nice, have lunch
Panormos Beach restaurant. The sun loungers in front also make it a worthwhile
visit.
I nearly forgot. If you want to go all out, do not miss
lunch at Nammos. There are champagne wars going on, food, dancing and beautiful
people. The place to see and be seen. And hey if you have time in between the starters and the wine you can
have a swim too.
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| Wine consumption at Nammos |
The choices for dinner are endless. I usually opt to have dinner
in Town. For something more relaxing or even romantic try Kalita. For sexier
ambience (or just drinks at the bar) go to Interni. For excellent lobster pasta
and a dance try Sea Satin Market on a Friday or Saturday night. Go to Caprice for a
Margarita and the decor. At €14 I wouldn’t say it is cheap but well
worth it.
Oh and don’t miss the sunset at Little Venice. A good place
is Semeli Bar. Walk around and don't be afraid to get lost in the tiny street of Town. The more you lose yourself the more you
discover of this wonderful place, which takes you in and accepts you like an old friend. I have
been back year after year and have had some wonderful times and met
some incredible people; you know who you are. You are the ones who made me
smile, really smile.
