Category: Gastronomy

May 31, 2016 Achilles Restaurant|dining|gastronomy|Greek cuisine eyewide

Achilles Restaurant at Astir Odysseus Resort & Spa

Achilles restaurant is a remarkably welcoming place, and the main eatery at Astir Odysseus Resort & Spa. it is a refreshing space, with bright interiors, where white tablecloths set up the pristine backdrop for colorful Greek and Mediterranean dishes, which draw rich flavors from the abundance of local produce.

November 26, 2015 Kos olive oil|olive oils|olives eyewide

Olive Oils of Kos: Excellent Quality

The olive tree is one of the most cherished symbols of Greece, the “Holy Tree,” a presence all over the country’s territory, the root of tradition for many of its people. Like almost every other region of Greece, Kos has its own pure, virgin olive oils, and while not famous as the Cretan oils, these […]

May 16, 2015 eyewide

Argo Waterfront Taverna: Greek Inspiration Meets Italian and French Flavors

There’s a new season at Argo Waterfront Taverna, and with every new season, you can expect a new menu, but one that remains true to the Greek roots of the restaurant, albeit French and Italian influences are obvious. The new menu beckons with four tantalizing sets, with robust dishes, cooked with great gusto: it’s hard […]

February 28, 2015 Triantafillopoulos Winery|Triantafillopoulos wines|winery|wines|wines of Kos eyewide

The Wines of Kos: Triantafillopoulos

The Triantafillopoulos (Τριανταφυλλοπουλος) Winery is another recommendation for our guests, and for Kos island visitors. Also known as Inambelos, this is perhaps the most popular winery of Kos. The Triantafillopoulos family begun their wine making business in 2001, and are now the happy owners of an amazing estate, with rolling hills of vineyards, producing the […]

February 1, 2015 eyewide

The Wines of Kos: Hatziemmanouil

The wines of Kos, or Koios Oenos as they were known in the time of Hippocrates, were famous many years back, but many of the glorious vineyards that once covered the island in lush green were abandoned, as their owners decided to pursue other ventures. Fortunately, the tradition sees a slow revival, and thanks to […]

November 24, 2014 Argo Waterfront Taverna|cuisine|food|Greek dining eyewide

Greek Dining: Argo Waterfront Taverna

Unlike the bland waterfront taverns clustered around popular tourist areas, Argo Waterfront Taverna is an oasis of peace, where the finest flavors of local Greek cuisine converge in praise-worthy dishes. The restaurant is set against the backdrop of the Aegean Sea, allowing you unperturbed views of the azure waters. You are surrounded by nature and […]