Iosif Giannitsopoulos
Brimming with a repertoire that spans more than two decades, Chef Iosif Giannitsopoulos is dedicated to presenting you with the Finest gastronomic possibilities. His menus cater to every palate, ranging from the ethereal flavors of Mediterranean Fusion Cuisine in each consulting service, into an innovative way with topical and high quality of Aegean Products in combinations with his two nationalities (Spain-Greece) he creates memories.
Iosif, the visionary founder of I&L Culinary, combines expertise in F&B Management and Haute Cuisine from the University of Barcelona with years of experience in the culinary industry. His versatile skill set bridges the creative and business facets of the culinary world, making him a dynamic leader in the field.
EXPERIENCE:
21 YearsEMAIL:
Contact@iosifgiannitsopoulos.comPHONE:
(0030) 6986194527Mediterranean Fusion Cuisine
A journey from Spain to Aegean Flavors, using innovative techniques in my creations
Iosif tries in every concept to make it succeed, as a consultant chef he notices that the restaurant industry needs it.
He combines his Spanish roots with his favorite Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. It offers an experience based on Mediterranean Tapas, dishes full of flavor but also satisfying, but above all to make you remember them and want to try them again.
Executive Chef / Consultant since 2003
21+ years Experience
Visionary Founder of I&L Culinary
I&L Culinary is a top catering consulting firm, providing complete solutions for restaurant businesses—from design and construction to branding and business planning—supporting entrepreneurs at every stage.
Consultant Chef • Uptown Square Group Catering & Restaurants
5 Restaurants ala cart (Chester Restaurant, Zen Restaurant, Malindi Restaurant, Chi Restaurant, eStylo Bar Restaurant and Uptown catering over 4000 business dishes per day). Reward Zen Restaurant as the best in the category.
Consultant Chef
Hired as Private Chef for the majestic Queen of Saudi Arabia.
Consultant Chef
Roe & Bone Restaurant
Plage du Soleil Beach Restaurant
Micra Anglia 5* Boutique Hotel
Forty-one 41 Restaurant
Avra Restaurant at Theodora Boutique hotel
Chora Restaurant
San Antonio Resort 4*
Callao Restaurant.
Consultant Chef
Hired as Private Chef for the majestic King of Saudi Arabic Mohammed bin Salman.
Consultant Chef
Aeonic Suites & Spa 5-star
San Antonio Resort 4-star
Callao Restaurant
Pefkaki Boutique
Perla Restaurant
Cousteau Restaurant
Fyki Beach Restaurant.
Executive Chef • Hired as Guest Chef for Anniversary of Nammos Dubai
Degustation menu for anniversary of Nammos with majestic guest from around countries.
Executive Chef • Aeonic Suites & Spa 5-star
Executive Chef of the hotel with high standard services. In 2023 he continued as a Consultant Chef role.
Executive Chef • Olea All Suites & Spa 5-star by Marriot International
Executive Chef of the hotel with 3 à la carte restaurants and central buffet.
Executive Sous Chef • Ikos Andalucia 5-star Resort Hotel
As the only Spanish-speaking chef, he played a key role in the opening that was tried for the first time outside of Greece.
Executive Chef • Radisson Blu 5* Resort
Consulting Chef 2*Michelin Yves Mattagne Βραβείο The Best Restaurant by TripAdvisor. Executive Chef of a hotel with a capacity of 1500 people, with 5 restaurants, a central buffet and a degustation menu restaurant.
Executive Chef • Economou Hotel Group (Galaxy Hotel 5-star & Galaxy Villas 4-star)
Galaxy Executive Chef with 9 meeting rooms, 2 a la carte restaurants and Galaxy Villas with daily buffet, a la carte.
Executive Chef • Micra Anglia 5* Boutique Hotel
Hotel chef with Boutique services.
University of Barcelona, High Gastronomy
Holder of a degree in haute cuisine-F&B culinary from Michelin world renowned chefs.
Executive Chef • Trattoria Al Dente, Collazione Restaurants
Responsible for 3 restaurants, full time all year round.
Sous Chef - Astir 5* Hotel
Perform your role as a chef, in events, and a la carte restaurant.
Journeying Through Flavors with Chef Iosif Giannitsopoulos
Join us for an engaging video where Chef Iosif Giannitsopoulos narrates his culinary journey. This immersive experience is designed to connect you intimately with his story, offering a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between you and the maestro himself. Hailing from three different countries across two continents, the Chef invites you to embrace his contemporary and refined perspective on gastronomy.
Trusted by the best
Inception: The Roots of the Journey
Unveiling the Origin
Every remarkable journey has a modest beginning, and so does the story of Iosif Giannitsopoulos…
Born in the vibrant city of Caracas, Venezuela, to a Spanish father and a Greek mother, Iosif Giannitsopoulos was destined for greatness from an early age. Even as a child, he showed an innate affinity for the world of creativity. Following his completion of Accounting studies at the American Academy in Venezuela, fate beckoned him at the tender age of 15 to Greece, igniting the spark of his culinary expedition.
It was in the year 2003 that his culinary voyage commenced, stepping into the role of a cook. Each experience, each culinary endeavor, was a brushstroke in the masterpiece he was crafting. At a tender age of 24, he grasped the helm of leadership, taking over the iconic Colazione & Al dente restaurants in Patras. This marked a turning point, the dawn of a road that stretched toward countless horizons.
Driven by an insatiable thirst for new encounters, destiny orchestrated a meeting in 2015 that would shape his path further. An encounter with SWOT Hospitality’s CEO, Christos Konstantinidis and his son Giorgos Konstantinidis, led to a pivotal collaboration. At the age of 28, Iosif embraced the role of executive chef at the prestigious Micra Anglia Deluxe Boutique, a 5-star haven nestled in Andros. This alliance marked the threshold of many more partnerships to come.
His journey was one of crescendos, leading him to helm the kitchen in the esteemed Economou Group and the prestigious 5-star Radisson Blu Hotel Group. Collaborations reached the zenith as he joined hands with Yves Mattagne, a maestro with two Michelin stars, in the revered Bellevue restaurant – a partnership that would claim the TripAdvisor award for the finest dining establishment. He stood as a pillar of innovation as he played a pivotal role in the inaugural overseas launch of the Ikos Resorts in Andalusia and merged talents with Marriott International & Design Hotel.
Thus, the narrative unfurls, a symphony composed by the hands of Chef Iosif Giannitsopoulos, a visionary shaping culinary horizons.
Embracing Spanish Gastronomy:
A Journey of Culinary Brilliance
Setting out on a University Quest
Intrigued by the world of gastronomy and attuned to the demands of the market, Chef Iosif Giannitsopoulos embarked on a transformative journey that led him to an unexpected challenge – the University of Barcelona (Universitat de Barcelona). This was his gateway to a whole new gastronomic universe, where, for two years, he had the privilege to immerse himself in an environment guided by the expertise of internationally acclaimed Michelin Star Chefs.
In the Company of Excellence
Under the influence of accomplished chefs – Hideki Matsuhisa with one Michelin star, and David Gil and Paco Roncero each adorned with two – Chef Iosif Giannitsopoulos launched into an odyssey marked by innovation, precision, and a commitment to gastronomic mastery.
Embracing the Pinnacle
Guided by the brilliance of three Michelin-starred luminaries like Ferran Adrià, Quique Dacosta, Dani Garcia, Martin Berasategui, Jordi Roca, Paco Perez, Romain Fornell, and Fina Puigdevall, Chef Iosif’s culinary path transcended ordinary boundaries. Their influence ignited his creative spirit, fostering a fusion of flavors, techniques, and a relentless pursuit of culinary excellence.
Elevating Expertise through Dedication
These culinary maestros instilled in Chef Iosif Giannitsopoulos a dedication to his craft. His relentless participation in high-level seminars nurtured his abilities, harmonizing flavors and perfecting his techniques.
A Vision to Share
Chef Iosif’s philosophy reveres exceptional ingredients, enriching local cuisine with contemporary techniques. Each dish he designs, every project he undertakes, is a testament to his commitment to sharing his experiences, while embracing individual preferences and desires.
Within this narrative of passion and precision, each dish is an expression of artistry, each project a testament to dedication, and each endeavor an ode to the remarkable world of gastronomy.
Iosif Giannitsopoulos recently achieved a remarkable milestone by being awarded the prestigious “Gold Medal of Honor” by Greek Taste Beyond Borders® (GTBB)
This award not only cements his status as a leading figure in the culinary world but also highlights his innovative approach to blending traditional Greek flavors with contemporary techniques.
Yet, Iosif’s gastronomic repertoire extends beyond the Greek kitchen, embracing the rich flavors and techniques of Spanish gastronomy. This fusion has played a pivotal role in promoting a deeper understanding and appreciation of Mediterranean culinary heritage.
Iosif’s recognition by Greek Taste Beyond Borders® is a salute to his relentless pursuit of culinary excellence and his contribution to bringing diverse culinary cultures to the forefront of the global dining experience.
The Ongoing Culinary Voyage
Witness the remarkable evolution of Chef Iosif’s culinary journey, a tale of transformation and achievement across diverse culinary roles.
In the sun-soaked embrace of Mykonos, Santorini, Kea, Andros, Kefalonia, Corfu, Paros & Crete Islands, he assumes crafting personalized gastronomic experiences. His influence extends widely across Greece as a distinguished Consultant Chef for numerous esteemed hotels and restaurants. For the past four years, he has been a guiding force within the Uptown Square Group, channeling excellence into venues like Chester Bar & Restaurant, Malindi Beach Bar Restaurant, Chi Restaurant, eStilo Tapas Bar, and Zen Room Restaurant. Further afield, his touch shapes Uptown catering, orchestrating seamless services catering to over 2500 guests in Limassol and Soil Hospitality Group with the opening of the grand Roe & Bone Oyster bar and Restaurant, Plage du Soleil Beach Restaurant and Bar du Soleil also in Limassol.
Iosif Giannitsopoulos is the culinary director of Micra Anglia Boutique Hotel 5* and votsalo Andros giving Natura style and traditional combinations.
Under his guidance, Zen Room garnered the title of the best Japanese restaurant for two consecutive years, while Chester Bar & Restaurant rose as the preeminent steak house in Limassol within its category. Beyond these accomplishments, his reach extended to an esteemed partnership with Nammos of Dubai, commemorating anniversaries, and culminating in a prestigious role since 2023 until now as Private Chef for the illustrious King of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman at the Tangier Palace in Morocco and Queen of Saudi Arabia in Italy and Monaco.
The path blazed by Iosif Giannitsopoulos continues to unfold, an ongoing saga of culinary innovation and excellence.