NIKOS

Samudra Chef. Archetype: The Everyman

Hello, I’m Nikos.

I’m originally from Greece, and for the past 16 years I lived and worked on the island of Crete, where I owned and ran restaurants rooted in simple, honest food and hospitality. My most recent restaurant, Gusto, became a much-loved local place in the south-east of Crete, reflecting my care for flavour, quality, and the everyday ritual of sharing meals.

After many years in the intensity of restaurant life, I felt a pull toward something slower and more grounded. In late 2024, I chose to step away from that pace and move to Gozo, where cooking could return to what matters most to me — nourishment, presence, and connection.

At Samudra, I cook with the same attention I bring to life: thoughtfully, generously, and with enjoyment. My food is plant-based, seasonal, and inspired by flavours from different cultures, always guided by simplicity and care. Meals are designed not just to feed the body, but to support rest, grounding, and shared moments around the table.

For me, cooking is a way of taking care of people. I’m happy to be part of the Samudra community, sharing food as an everyday expression of warmth, creativity, and belonging.