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Where to eat...or not! / Where to eat?

« on: July 18, 2006, 12:43:57 PM »

I don't think you can fault the food in most of the eateries in Plakias, but having just returned my faves of this year have to be Siroko and Kastro, both as much for the location, vibe and service as for the food.  I really don't like the tavernas that front onto the main drag in Plakias due to the traffic and the noise but also the volume of people thay cater for.  Both of those I mentioned are quiet, provide excellent service and great food.  Siroko doesn't have an extensive menu but have great specials every day.  Highlights for me were the stuffed squid, Kleftiko and pork rolled with plums.  Plus you get the great view over toward Souda and can watch the sun descend behind the hills.  Mousses (sp?) was good for the odd night but I find their food not as interesting (with the exception of the Gavdos Goat Meat) and I get tired of the comedy waiting staff.

Talking of food can anyone point me in the direction of a good web site for greek recipes.  Thanks

I have been visiting Plakias twice-yearly now for about 4 years and only this June did I discover Kastro.  Wow! what had I been missing.  The food was excellent - in my opinion the tasiest around.  Mmm..horta balls done to perfection.   Siroko is also a favourite with Babis (and his Father) always giving a good service with clear explanations of the menu.

Was very disappointed with one of the restaurants on the front (near the Pier) this year.  The food was appalling - cold and tasteless.   There are too many other good restaurants to choose from so I certainly won't be returning there again.

I use www.greek-recipe.com for authentic Greek recipes.  Loads to choose from with easy instructions.
Good luck.
Joolz.

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Plakias / 2006 season in Plakias

« on: May 05, 2006, 01:07:50 PM »

Many thanks for your replies.  

Does the path start behind the Paligremnos?

Roll on June - Timos Stavros here I come.

Best wishes to you all for a lovely Summer and happy times in Plakias.

Joolz.

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Plakias / 2006 season in Plakias

« on: May 04, 2006, 03:02:56 PM »

No change here!

If your are now in the cold ( but at the  moment sunny) germany, england  or  netherland and if you d'ont have  a yeaming for plakias, look  here:
a view ( out of www.fotocommunity.de)
which - hopefully - never will change!

Hartmut ( formiman)
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Hello Hartmut,

The thumbnail you have attached is so beautiful that I now have it as my screen saver to remind me of Plakias.  We are visiting in June for a couple of weeks and I have made myself a promise that I would like to be standing on that very spot where the photo was taken.  Would you be able to give me some directions as to where the photo was taken from??
Regards,
Joolz

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Where to stay / Kostas-Chrysoulla Studios

« on: April 27, 2006, 04:57:01 PM »

We shall be visiting on 9th June for a couple of weeks - are any of you guys and gals going to be around then to share some Plakchat?

Joolz.

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PlakChat / New to the Forum....

« on: February 23, 2006, 01:25:42 PM »

Many thanks for your responses.  

It's a rainy/snowy day here in central London and, as always, my thoughts turn to Crete when the weather is so dire.  Our holiday is booked and we will be back in Plakias on the 9th June for a couple of weeks - more than happy to meet up with any Forum members that may also be there then.  We are definitely going to hire cycles for a day (maybe two) and head over to Shinaria beach.  I shall give the scuba diving a miss this year.  I tried it last June (it was my challenge for the year) but, not really being comfortable with the total lack of control, decided that it wasn't for me.  I'll stick with snorkelling - much easier.
All being well, our plans are still to sell up early next year and move out to Plakias in the early Spring.  We shall stay in our apartment for about a year to see how things pan out.  It will really be down to whether we can both find work or not.  I'm very excited...... (but also a little bit scared)......

Joolz.

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PlakChat / What I'd like is...

« on: February 09, 2006, 11:52:40 AM »

Ti, ti, ti;
Donut Man?  Please tell me what I've been missing and when.  I have been to Plakias for the past 4 years now, twice a year, June and September and have never seen the Donut Man.  We normally go to either Souda Bay (which I love) or Shinaria (the scenery on the way is stunning) for our daily swim, although we have also spent time at Plakias beach.  Where is he located?
Joolz.

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Plakias / Cycling....

« on: February 06, 2006, 09:28:51 AM »

Many thanks for your helpful responses.  A couple of bikes it is then.  Roll on June!

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Plakias / Cycling....

« on: February 02, 2006, 12:10:32 PM »

Myself and my partner Derek will be visiting Plakias again for a couple of weeks in June.  There is a cycle hire shop around the corner from our apartment which, although we walk past most days when we are there, have never actually hired out any cycles.  Do any of the forum members have experience of hiring/cycling in the area?  We have decided that we will 'go for it' this year and will cycle to Shinaria beach.  Anyone's comments would be appreciated.

Regards,
Joolz.

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PlakChat / New to the Forum....

« on: January 18, 2006, 01:38:18 PM »

This is great - a forum dedicated to Plakias.  

Myself and my partner Derek have been visiting Plakias a couple of times a year for the past 4 years now and absolutely adore it.  We always pay a visit to Ostraco and love the little Souvlaki place in front of the Art Gallery, as well as most of the Tavernas too!  Anyone that spends the Summer season in Plakias is sure to have seen us around.

Our plan is to move out there permanently next year and although it won't be easy as we will both have to find work, we are looking forward to the challenge.  Any tips would be greatly appreciated.  I would love to hear from someone that may have done something similar?

Joolz.