The Team
Meet the Team
Behind the Taste
Alexandros Makropoulos
Executive Chef & Co-owner
With years of experience in award-winning restaurants across Greece — including the prestigious Four Seasons Astir Palace — Alexandros leads the kitchen with creativity, discipline, and heart. His philosophy is rooted in honest, ingredient-driven cuisine, where tradition meets modern technique. Rizes is his first personal venture, a dream born from the desire to showcase the depth of Greek gastronomy in a contemporary, welcoming space.
Maria Sylla & Thomas Teneketzis
Head Chefs
Maria and Thomas bring complementary strengths to the Rizes kitchen. Their understanding of Greek culinary heritage and their mastery of modern techniques ensure every dish finds balance — between flavor and finesse, familiarity and surprise.
Eleni Mania
Pastry Chef
Eleni adds the final note to every meal at Rizes. Her creations draw inspiration from traditional Greek desserts, reimagined through elegant presentations and unique textures. Sweet, subtle, and unexpected.