Indication of Chef Dimitris Anagnostopoulos's skills and specialties

Fire, flavour and the spirit of Crete — brought directly to your villa. Cretan Fire is an interactive private BBQ and live-grill experience built around generous Greek hospitality, premium ingredients and cooking over the flame. Chef Dimitris prepares the meal in front of you, combining carefully selected meats, local cheeses, seasonal vegetables, Cretan extra virgin olive oil and aromatic herbs with vibrant mezze and fresh accompaniments. Designed to be enjoyed around the table with family and friends, this is more than a BBQ. It is a relaxed private-chef experience where the grill becomes part of the evening and the aromas, cooking and sharing are all part of the celebration. Perfect for villa evenings, birthdays, family gatherings and groups looking for an authentic yet elevated taste of summer in Crete. The menu can be adapted to dietary requirements and seasonal availability with advance notice.

WELCOME FROM THE FIRE

Warm Grilled Pita & Cretan Dips Freshly grilled pita served with smoky roasted aubergine dip, whipped feta with Cretan herbs, local olives and Cretan extra virgin olive oil.

MEZE TO SHARE

Crispy Feta in Phyllo Cretan feta wrapped in crisp phyllo, finished with thyme honey and toasted sesame.

MEZE TO SHARE

Cretan Zucchini Fritters Golden zucchini fritters with fresh herbs and a cooling yoghurt dip.

MEZE TO SHARE

Dakos Traditional Cretan barley rusk with ripe tomato, myzithra cheese, oregano and extra virgin olive oil.

FROM THE LIVE GRILL

Cretan Lamb Chops Flame-grilled lamb chops marinated with local herbs, garlic and lemon.

FROM THE LIVE GRILL

Herb-Marinated Chicken Juicy chicken grilled over the flame with lemon, thyme and Cretan extra virgin olive oil

FROM THE LIVE GRILL

Greek Beef Patties Handmade beef patties with Mediterranean herbs, grilled live and served straight from the fire.

SIDES FOR THE TABLE

Crispy Lemon Potatoes Golden roasted potatoes with fresh lemon, oregano and Cretan extra virgin olive oil.

SIDES FOR THE TABLE

Fire-Grilled Seasonal Vegetables Seasonal vegetables charred over the grill and finished with herbs and extra virgin olive oil.

SIDES FOR THE TABLE

Traditional Greek Salad Ripe tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, olives, red onion and feta with Cretan extra virgin olive oil.

SWEET ENDING

Portokalopita Traditional Greek orange cake served with a refined Chef Dimitris presentation.

Book this menu

Chef Dimitris Anagnostopoulos offers the following booking options for this menu. Imagine having a private chef cook these menus during your birthday, wedding or other special event.

About Chef Dimitris Anagnostopoulos

I bring the soul of Crete to your villa — you bring the people worth sharing it with.

Other menus by Chef Dimitris Anagnostopoulos

These menus are also offered by Chef Dimitris Anagnostopoulos. They can be adjusted to your taste and dietary preferences. Convinced by these example menus and looking for a private chef for a special event? Book Chef Dimitris Anagnostopoulos