Nōema Stories

Nōema Stories

Stories

Shedding light on the landscapes, people, ideas and traditions that inspire the Nōema philosophy.

The Rhythm of Time

Culinary director Athinagoras Kostakos and his kitchen team work with the sun, wind, sea, and soil with patience, understanding, and gratitude. Peek into a Cycladic kitchen and discover how the people of these islands have learned to make the most of nature’s moments of generosity.

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Beneath the Surface

Out on the Aegean with a family who knows its moods and mysteries. Fishermen George and Theoharis Kousathanas are in constant conversation with the sea, just as their family have been for generations.

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Only a handful: A very short glossary of Cycladic ingredients

Arid yet bounteous and each with its own rhythm, the Cycladic islands are a trove of flavours, textures, and aromas. Here's a glimpse into what one finds in a typical Cycladic kitchen.

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Homegrown Wisdom

Athinagoras Kostakos — culinary director of Nōema — opens up about ingredients, terroir, and his habit of stumbling upon ingredients in the wild.

"We follow many traditional Cycladic cooking techniques and preserve many ingredients in a traditional way, but I also try to improve on things and make my own mark."

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From Greek spirits made in-house to foraged herbs and seasonal fruits, every drink on the cocktail menu carries something undeniably Cycladic.
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"Every season has its unique offerings. We also preserve a number of ingredients, like dried herbs, which can really give us a lot to play with when it comes to conceptualising new things for the menu."

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