Manolis Papoutsakis was born and raised in Crete, a place that remains an integral part of his personal identity. His journey, however, did not begin with cooking, but with philosophy, which he studied in Rethymno and Thessaloniki.

Today, he is active in contemporary Greek gastronomy as chef and co-owner of three distinct restaurants. In Thessaloniki, he is behind Haroupi and Deka Trapezia, while in Athens he is co-owner of Pharaoh.

Through these different ventures, Manolis Papoutsakis has built a presence across two of Greece’s most important culinary cities, creating restaurants with distinct identities and character.

At Gastrosophy Fest 2026, Manolis Papoutsakis will join the conversation around contemporary Greek gastronomy, bringing a perspective shaped by a journey that connects Crete, Thessaloniki and Athens.

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