The Socrates Hotel room we are staying in is very spacious though the style could be considered a little dated. It caters for all our needs and for the price is great value for money. It is a typical Greek accommodation and everything is clean and tidy. The beds are very large and comfortable. As we had a real late one and we didn't wake up until 10am this morning.
We came out to the bar area right next to the swimming pool and were greeted by Yana who is in charge of making sure we were treated to a scrumptious breakfast. She takes pride in her work and really tries to make every single little detail perfect.
Breakfast is a mixture of English Breakfast and Greek nibbles. It has a great selection and everything is prepared freshly every morning. The best thing is that breakfast is served from 8.30 until 11am so you can really have a good lie in if you so wish.
The hotel looked very different from last night with everything feeling so bright and happy!! The Socrates Hotel is set between Malia and Stalis in a lovely quiet area that boasts wonderful views of the mountains.
Shortly after the breakfast we went to the hyper market to stock up on snacks, fruits and loads of water! On the way back we stopped by the Malia town center and went for a seafood pasta lunch. Again, the food was simply amazing!
In the evening, we went out for a romantic meal at a restaurant called Drossia, which was recommended by our reception lady Sofia. The family at this awesome restaurant grow their own fresh fruit and vegetables.
As soon as we spotted it, we were immediately enticed by how beautiful the place was! It really stood out from the rest of the eating places in the same area. White washed wood furniture and long straws are the main theme, everything was so nicely decorated.
There are plenty of available spaces to dine outside within it's beautiful vast garden. You can choose a table under the trees, couch on the side or high table with stools in the front area.
On the way to our table, we were given fragrant white flowers freshly picked from the garden tree as well as a helping of fresh mint. The level of hospitality was incredible! I was so impressed!
We had garlic bread with cheese for starters, followed by traditional Mousaka and Lamb Shank as a main dish. The Mousaka was served in an earthenware dish piping hot and the Lamb Shank also served to a very high standard with flavours that tingle the taste buds. Both were just delish!
The house white wine is the best I have tasted in Malia. And the dessert Strawberry Delight was simply to die for!
Before we asked for the bill, the free yogurt dessert and vaki shots were also an unexpected plus! Nobody I know would refuse something like that, lol.
The staff was friendly and keen to make sure that we were well looked after. Very charming and a really warm service from them. Again, the food was excellent and wonderfully presented, definitely a standout dining experience for me. Did I mention that they were also kind enough to offer us a free bagful of their home grown tomatoes on the way out!!
Drossia, traditional Greek food served to an exceptional standard by a friendly, traditionally Greek family. This has to be a "must visit" when in Malia!
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Thank you, my friend!
hi rea ... the dishes looks so delicious ... on which island you
stay? greek is so a beautiful country and so historically ... thanks for sharing your impressions.
Thank you @herbix for your nice comment.
We stayed in Crete Island and it was fabulous!!
hi sorry for my late response ... yes crete island is very nice ... how long did you stay?
got hungry again :)
have fun
take us to the beach pleaseeee :)
be safe <3
Wow that looks awesome, would love to go there myself one day! Thanks for sharing, followed to see more!
I am sure you would love it! Thank you for stopping by.
The food looks gorgeous and the place gives me the "holiday feel".
I am glad it has that effect on you, lol. Thank you @howtostartablog for taking time to comment here.
Looks great great photos keep steeming on
Steem on!!
What a great place to visit! And such fantastic food! Have a great time there and keep the awesome updates coming!
Thanks @exile! The Crete island is really amazing and I wish one day you and Bianca will visit here too!
I've actually been there, I had many difficulties understanding the road, specially the highways but the food and the sea is gorgeous.
Nice photos and articles!
That shrimp made me hungry
Yes the roads could be confusing but as long as you have navigator, you will be fine.
The grilled shrimp was really nice indeed!
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Thanks for the post
Thank you.
Wow!!! Looks amazing...
Pics are awesome! Have wonderfull time!!
Thank you for your nice comment. I had a great time out here :)
My mouth is literally watering after seeing the seafood pasta. My goodness - I would love to travel like this one day and in my head I would fantasize that I am a very important person in Ancient Greece back in the day.
Don't we all have dreams like that, lol?
Thank you @kontora for stopping by and comment.
Enjoy your stay!
the meals all look incredible
Thank you!
This food is WOW :))
They tasted WOW too!!
I see :))
Oh I love crete! I want to go back so bad. So many fantastic places to see and so much to do, one of my favourite places in the world
I cannot agree more!
Interesting:) I hope you tried the saganaki cheese :) if not, do look for it!
Thank you for the suggestion, i will look out for it :)
The food is amazing.
Enjoy your trip.
Thank you!
How wonderful! Thanks for sharing! Upvoted and followed :3
Thank you!
Look at all the food! Getting jealeous! Nice to see you had a great time!
You are too kind thank you!
I think I have found a fellow traveller :) I was scrolling through your profile and I like the reviews you do, so I had to push the follow button :)
Thank you for checking out my posts!
Great post! Followed and looking forward to more!
Thank you very much!
The food looks SO GOOOD!!! (∩❛ڡ❛∩)
The best thing about holiday is trying out nice food!
Thank you @pearica for taking time to comment.
Your posts always make me hungry, haha! Everything looks fantastic, it looks like you're having an amazing time!
Yes it has been a great holiday so far!
Thank you for stopping by :)
All those pictures are looks amazing!! I always dreamed to have big shell like that ;)
look awesome food to try
Congratulations @rea
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