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Santo Collection Names Vaios Koukoumtzis Executive Chef
Santo Collection has appointed industry veteran Vaios Koukoumtzis as Executive Chef for the 2026 season to oversee its luxury portfolio in Santorini. Koukoumtzis will focus on blending traditional Greek flavors with modern fine-dining techniques across multiple resort restaurants.
Key Takeaways
- 1Leverage Chef Koukoumtzis' 30 years of experience and his 20-year history with Metaxa Hospitality Group to elevate culinary standards.
- 2Focus on 'modern Greek' menus that utilize hyperlocal Santorini ingredients like fava beans and tomatoes for an authentic guest experience.
- 3Implement a collaborative leadership model where the Executive Chef oversees multiple luxury resorts while mentoring property-specific Head Chefs.
Source: eHotelier
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