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Post by Ol'Salty on May 29, 2011 22:45:12 GMT 2
Hi to you all. Been visiting Roda, with Liz, almost every year since 1996. Have stayed mainly at Melinda Appartments www.rodaonline.org/melindaapts.html and more latterly at the Pegasus Hotel www.pegasus-hotel.com/. Our favourite local taverna, by far, is the "Roda Park" rodapark.com/ where Costas and Voula ALWAYS make everybody very welcome - although we also love to visit the tavernas and areas inland, up in the mountains, further away from the busy resorts themselves. (Though some basic Greek comes in very useful on such occasions!).We're obviously much looking forward to visiting our favourite holiday destination again, later in the year.
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Post by pete sant on May 29, 2011 23:26:13 GMT 2
Hi Old Salty & welcome to the forum, have a great holiday & feel free to give us a full report when you get back. pete.
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Post by wendyb on May 30, 2011 0:24:06 GMT 2
Where do you go inland, and up in the mountains? We've been to Roda many times, going back soon after a 5 year break, and it would be nice to go to some "off resort" places. We've done it a few times, sort of accidentally when we've got lost on our motorbike lol, but would be nice to go somewhere on purpose, so to speak.
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Post by jeanp on May 30, 2011 0:39:01 GMT 2
Old Perithia is a good place to visit.....a deserted village (there is a cafe, of course) and we bought some lovely honey from their beehives. Also a ride up Mt Pantokrator. Others will tell you of their fave places, so you will be able to pick what suits you
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Post by artisans on May 30, 2011 0:55:50 GMT 2
Try a meal at 'a la palaia' in Strinilas, Wendy - about a half hour drive. Ask me for details if you want to try it.
Steve
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Post by wendyb on May 30, 2011 0:59:28 GMT 2
Try a meal at 'a la palaia' in Strinilas, Wendy - about a half hour drive. Ask me for details if you want to try it. Steve I'm askin'! Pm me the details please.. Do I need a car or can we get taxi's? Might get a quad this year, can't be bothered with a car....
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Post by kathwebber on May 30, 2011 11:59:06 GMT 2
Steve, we would like to try there too - if you give directions it would be appreciated.
regards, Kath
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Post by artisans on May 30, 2011 16:37:43 GMT 2
It was a feature in 'Roda Reports', Kath - I'll see if I can dig out the article. Remind me, like you did with the bank! Steve
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Post by Ol'Salty on May 30, 2011 18:46:11 GMT 2
Where do you go inland, and up in the mountains? We've been to Roda many times, going back soon after a 5 year break, and it would be nice to go to some "off resort" places. We've done it a few times, sort of accidentally when we've got lost on our motorbike lol, but would be nice to go somewhere on purpose, so to speak. Hi Wendy. We have many "favourite" spots which, like you, we've found over the years by touring around the island (mostly in the north-eastern area of Pantokratoras) and by "getting lost"! Old Perithia (as suggested by Jean) is an obvious choice - an old derelict village, about 1mile south of New Perithia. There was a choice of 3 or 4 tavernas there when we visited last year! in the midst of a wealth of old traditional buildings and history - with VERY few residents. Here are a couple of old pics. I took about 10years ago, when there was just the one taverna ... The village of Strinylas, recommended by Steve, is a must for us every year. (This is one we discovered when lost, trying to get to the monastery at the top of Mt. Pantokratoras!) The taverna we use there is in the centre of the square, although I can't remember its new name. Here's a pic. of it taken back in 2004 when it was called the "Oasis". (Note: the visitors sitting in the sun, including Liz in the centre, and the locals in the shade!) ... Other suggestions are: "Sunset Beach" - a beautiful bar & restaurant located on the cliff top of Loggas Beach on the north-west tip of the island. Go through Sidari to Peroulades and follow the signs. Next, the village of "Nymfes". A densely populated village about 6-7km south of Roda with several tavernas, mostly in the vicinity of the village square. A typical example of modern Greek laid-back, family oriented, culture; especially when visited around 2100hrs in the evening. This pic. is of of the taverna we always visit ... And finally (you've got to stay in Roda some evenings!), the village of "Sfakera". Just a couple of Km north of Roda (When I was fitter/younger, we used to walk there, up the steep road, but I'm afraid we use a car or taxi these days!). The taverna there is called the "Neon". You can't miss it - halfway through the village on the left. (Can't find my pics. of this one - have to take some new ones next time!) Hope all this has been of help? If you want a map of the locations mentioned, then send me a private message and I'll e-mail you a copy. Regards, Chris (& Liz)
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Post by wendyb on May 30, 2011 23:42:38 GMT 2
Thanks everyone. I've sent you a pm Old Salty.
Have been to Sunset Beach, found a lovely taverna on the way there, on the left hand side up a mountain somewhere...
Might stick to walking distance for the first week, then get quad when the rest of the mob arrives for the second week.
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Post by artisans on May 31, 2011 17:02:19 GMT 2
Great photos of Corfu and particularly the Elm Tree restaurant in Strinilas. I see that one of Rena's trips includes a stop here. The tree itself is a wonder to behold and the restaurant is a favourite stop on the tourist trail. For me though, the real treasure of Strinilas is 'a la'palaia', the restaurant that people seem to miss just 200m away at the edge of the village.
'A la palaia' - the old place - has the most wonderful views across the to the north and west and the food is out of this world. Almost everything is home grown and home prepared, including the hot bread that comes with every meal. This is the place that Corfiots go and, amazingly, it is easy to get in there in the summer, but you need to book in the winter. Strinilas is Corfu's highest village and has more than one enclosed valley with its own microclimate. You can even sit and watch the restaurant's famous 'moschato' grapes maturing in the sun and, if you're lucky, you might be able to buy a bottle of the wine they turn it into. I could go on for ever about this place - give it a try.
Steve
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Post by Ol'Salty on May 31, 2011 23:20:19 GMT 2
Thanks Steve. Glad you liked the pics. Seems we missed the "A la Palia" in Strinylas, I'm ashamed to say! But after your glowing recommendations, we'll certainly put that right in a few months time. BTW - I've located a copy of your May 2009 RodaReport on the place at: 2.2.rodareports.co.uk/inourfootsteps.htmlAlso came across a virtual tour of the interior and exterior at: alapalea.corfu360.net/By the time everyone's looked at all this, the restaurant will be inundated this summer - hope you're on a percentage? Kind Regards, Chris
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Post by artisans on Jun 1, 2011 8:59:07 GMT 2
That's a great link, Chris - i was almost there again (minus the fabulous smells of home cooking). Any idea what the decoration is above the fireplace and under the antlers?
Steve
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Post by Ol'Salty on Jun 1, 2011 15:05:05 GMT 2
Looks to me like some form of Dried Fruit or Nut Given the structure of the 'decoration' it also appears to be in constant gradual construction, which indicates to me that it is being built-up of something which doesn't occur often but perhaps only on special occasions? Have you tried zooming-in on the feature? With your greater knowledge, being resident in the area, you should be able to investigate further and solve the conundrum. Chris
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Post by artisans on Jun 1, 2011 17:48:59 GMT 2
Sorry, Old Salty, I should have explained that I actually know what the decoration is made from - i wondered if anyone else might guess ... Steve
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