Sono Sol Beach Samcheok, Cafe 'Mamatira' Reopens After Renovation

1st and 2nd Floors Visualize Space from Santorini Pier to Village
Signature Menus like Scones Highlighting the Reality of Donkeys Carrying Loads

Sol Beach Samcheok Renewal Open Cafe·Bakery 'Mamatira' (Photo by Sono International).

[Asia Economy Reporter Yuri Kim] Sono International, which operates Sol Beach Samcheok, announced on the 17th that it has renewed and reopened the caf? and bakery 'Mamatira' with the concept of a journey in Santorini, Greece. This reopening comes about four months after remodeling the existing fine dining space in July.

The interior of Mamatira expresses the movement through spaces as if traveling down the alleys and corners of a village after descending at the Santorini harbor. The first floor depicts the scenery upon arriving at the Santorini dock by boat. The floor is tiled in emerald green to represent the Mediterranean Sea where Santorini rests, and the ceiling and order counter emphasize realism with weathered driftwood carrying a salty hue. Six pillars supporting the ceiling are detailed with seashells and barnacles, illustrating waves meeting the rocky surfaces. Tables and chairs are made of transparent materials to avoid obstructing the ocean view around the harbor.

The staircase connecting the first and second floors is finished with a slightly uneven floor to simulate the narrow alleys at the village entrance. At the end of the stairs, a large gate marks the boundary from the dock deck into the village, signaling the start of the full Santorini journey. Passing through this gate, the second-floor space is decorated harmoniously with Santorini’s iconic white and blue colors.

Mamatira’s signature scone is inspired by the donkey, a traditional mode of transport in Santorini, and the carrots they enjoyed eating. The idea for the signature scone 'Donkey Pupu' came from the shape of donkey droppings, as donkeys were rewarded with carrots after carrying loads. Donkey Pupu features the savory taste of nuts and sweet carrot pur?e. Another signature menu item is the takoyaki scone, which offers a chewy octopus texture.

For beverages, the representative menu item is the 'Aurora Acacia Tea,' which evokes the blue sea with its subtle acacia aroma. You can also enjoy the 'Carrot Cream Cheese Latte,' made with a combination of carrot cheese cream and cinnamon, and the refreshing 'Tomato Basil Ade,' enhanced with tomato and basil. At Mamatira, you can also find charming and beautifully crafted goods such as badges, stickers, and umbrellas themed around donkeys and carrots.

The tables prepared for the scones are designed furniture made from reclaimed wood to evoke the harbor scenery, created by the famous Dutch designer Piet Hein Eek.

Mamatira is located outside between Tower C and D within the resort, and its operating hours are from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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