Meet the Team: Antonis Mperdis; Executive Chef of Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa
Have you ever wondered who are the people at H Hotels Collection that make your moments matter? Meet Antonis Mperdis, Executive Chef of Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa. Read his interview and find out more about his favourite things at H Hotels Collection.
Please present yourself to us.
My name is Antonis Berdis, I am the Executive Chef of Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa in Rhodes since 2024. I have graduated from the School of Tourism Studies of Rhodes. I am married and a father of one. Since my childhood I was passionate with cooking, the flavours and the aromas of greek traditional cuisine as I was born in a place full of traditions. My goal is to showcase the greek cuisine and especially the rhodian one with a modern touch. I choose local ingredients from local producers of Rhodes in order to deliver the best possible result in the gastronomic journey we offer to our guests in terms of their satisfaction.
Why do you love working at the H Hotels Collection?
I joined the H Hotels Collection two years ago and I realised instantly all the positive things about this group; perfect environment, growth potential, recognition of staff skills and the high standard of customer satisfaction.
Which is your favourite hotel of the H Hotels Collection?
The group has different types of hotels and resorts, each one unique and with its own identity. My favourite is Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa that was the initial reason that I joined the group. Things such as its fame, its quality and its philosophy are the ones that amazed me.
Which is your favourite room type within the Collection?
My favourite room type is the Executive Suite at Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa that delivers great service and luxury to the guests. In 2025, with all the innovations that take place it will be even more attractive.
What is your favourite cocktail and at which bar?
One of my favourite cocktails is the Brazilian Red Head aromatised with Lavender at the most relaxing spot of Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa with an amazing view, the Sketch Bar.
Which is your preferred restaurant of the group?
My favourite restaurant is the Impressions Restaurant at Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa, where you can enjoy a harmonious architecture and stunning sea view. The menu is based in greek and mediterranean cuisine with vegan and vegetarian choices that highlight traditional recipes. We offer plates with memories with the goal to minimise food waste.
Where is your favourite selfie spot of our hotels?
One of my preffered selfie spots is the waterfall of Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa where the light reflects in the water providing a unique and impressive image.
What’s in store for Boutique 5 Hotel & Spa guests for season 2025 in regards to gastronomy?
Our guests of 2025 will find our new menus with a different approach; a more sustainable and localised. We will emphasise in tradition, heritage and usage of local ingredients. This new season we will see a bigger variety of vegan and vegetarian choices, ancient cereals such as buckwheat and millet, and traditional conservaton and fermentation techniques. A combination of aesthetics, simplicity, flavour and connection with our history will be the highlight of this new season.
