Aurelia

Crew Profile

Captain: Giannis Aggelopoulos

Captain Giannis, born in 1976 in Greece, is a seasoned professional captain with over 20 years of experience navigating the Greek seas. Over the years, he has worked with various charter companies, serving as both a freelance and permanent skipper on luxury yachts, most notably on the S/Y New Horizon 3 for 3 years. He holds licenses for both sailing and motor yachts and is also a certified sailing instructor. Beyond his sailing expertise, Giannis possesses extensive technical knowledge, gained from years of maintaining boats during the winter months. His experience spans single hulls, catamarans, and motorboats of all sizes, and he is proficient in facilitating a wide range of watersport activities for his guests. As a skipper, Giannis excels in leadership, consistently supporting and inspiring his team, maintaining professional consistency, and communicating effectively with his guests on board. He is highly adaptable, tailoring itineraries to suit his guests' preferences, and works seamlessly with his crew to ensure a memorable sailing experience. Fluent in both Greek and English, Giannis is dedicated to providing exceptional service and unforgettable voyages on the open sea.

Chef: Krasse Gueorguiev Nikolaev

Meet Krasse, the talented Chef from Bulgaria who is excited to be a part of your crew on board Aurelia. With over 15 years of culinary expertise in diverse cuisines, Krasse has honed his skills in some of London's most cherished restaurants and hotels. Confident that your culinary journey on board will be extraordinary, Krasse believes that being a Chef involves more than just cooking—it's about infusing emotions and sensations into every dish, truly stimulating the Art of Senses.
Krasse's culinary adventures have taken him to various corners of the world, including England, America, Cambodia, Tanzania, and France. This globetrotting experience has granted him the privilege to explore and master the art of crafting authentic cuisines, to adapt to different environments and being creative.
Beyond his culinary prowess, Krasse brings a unique touch to Aurelias menu by incorporating sports nutrition into his creations, drawing inspiration from his personal experience as an athlete. Dedicated to providing more than just a meal, Krasse is committed to offering an immersive and delightful dining experience during your time on this catamaran.

*In addition to his excellent cooking skills, Krasse is also a famous ultra-marathon athlete. With over 60 marathons completed, he has run marathons in the Arctic, Cambodia and in the Sahara, alongside diverse companions like Maasai and Buddhists. He also organizes charity runs in Bulgaria for children with onco-hematological diseases. Krasse’s last project was in 2023 by isolating himself in a closed space in a public place in Sofia, in order to raise funds for addiction prevention.

Deck/Stew: Yasmin Basrieva

Sample Menu

Breakfast

Teas-Blends of Herbs - Top quality Coffees
Smoothies: Orange, Banana, Apple, Grapefruit
Jams: Apricot, Pear, Apple, Tomato, Fig
Homemade Cakes: Chocolate-Vanilla, Carrot, Apple, Lemon
Croissants: Butter, Chocolate
Pies: Spinach Pie, Cheese Pie,
Bread: White, Black, Brioche, Gluten Free
Pancakes: Peanut Butter, Banana & Honey, Maple syrup
Smoked Salmon, Bacon
Cheeses:Blue, Gouda, Emmental, Feta, Goat, Cheddar
Cold Cuts: Turkey, Ham, Prosciutto,  Salami, Mortadella
Fresh Fruit: pineapple, cherries, melon, watermelon, apricots, peaches
Nuts: almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts
Cereals: oats, chocolate, honey, cornflakes
Dairy: Milk, Almond Milk, Strained Yogurt, Goat Yogurt
Eggs: Omelet, fried, poached, scrambled, boiled,

Lunch

King Prawns with Lemongrass Ginger Cherry Tomatoes on Sweet potato puree
Homemade Aurelia Fish burger in a Brioche ban
Chicken and Lemon Stir fry
Soy sauce Beef and sweet Pepper Skewers with Stuffed Courgette Flowers
Spinach & Gorgonzola Tartlets with spicy fig Chutney
Grilled Steak with Saffron Cauliflower and baby onions
Catch of the Day Blackened Fish Taco & roasted potato wedges, tomato and basil Aioli
Seared Tuna with Spinach Polenta cakes
Classic Moules Mariniere with Garlic bread & Parsley

Starters

Ceviche, Plantin chips & coriander parmesan Balls
Peruvian ‘Conchitas a la Parmesana’
Salmon Tartare with Avocado & Shrimp
Courgette & Sweet Potato cakes with onion Chutney
Watermelon & Cucumber Gazpacho with Goat cheese & Brioche croutons
Thai Beef Salad with Mango Salsa
Beetroot Houmous & crudities and homemade pita
Salmon Ceaser

Main Courses

Pan-fried  duck breast with soy honey glaze, pak choi and coriander rice
Scallops & Truffle Risotto with pea shoots and rocket
Homemade Veal Meatball Tagliatelle & Sundried tomato bread
Classic French Lobster Termidor with garlic Green Beans
Iberico wrapped stuffed Feta Chicken Breast with Parisienne Potatoes
Homemade Pumpkin Gnocchi with Saffron Butter & nettles  
Moroccan Tagine
Grilled Sea Bream Fillet with Jerusalem Artichoke puree & glazed baby carrots

Deserts

Ouzo & Saffron Panna Cota with berry coulis
Tart Tatin
Lemon & Lime Cheesecake
Chocolate Almond Brownie 
Strawberry Tiramisu
Classic Baked Alaska

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Summer Operations
Greece

Winter Operations
Greece