A quality resort in Kolympia, halfway between Rhodes and Lindos, which is a high-class culinary haven, not only for its guests but also for all vacationers in the area.
The Atlantica Imperial Resort It is a luxury tourist complex in Kolympia, Rhodes, in an area located between the island's capital and Lindos. It belongs to the category of hotel complexes that primarily cater to the island's foreign visitors. Naturally, and as is the case with most resorts of this type, it has the necessary dining facilities to meet the needs of its guests.
At the same time, however, it also plays a particularly important role for vacationers in the wider area, who choose it for their dining experiences. We would even say that it offers one of the most noteworthy culinary options in Kolymbia and, consequently, is a valuable gastronomic destination for Greek vacationers seeking quality food.
Picking up the thread from the beginning and having been involved in this field for many years, I will effortlessly note that at the foundation of this successful journey are two people. The first is the hotel manager, Christos Georganas, and the second, the Elias Kakouris, who today rightfully offers his services as Group Corporate Chef of the Group. And for both, not much needs to be said. Their work speaks for itself, as does the culinary experience of those who visit the resort.
However, it is worth noting that Elias Kakouris, upon leaving his position at Atlantica Imperial, took care to train and prepare the people who would continue his work, ensuring the maintenance of the high culinary standard. The Executive Chef Alexandros Akritidis and Head Chef Maria Samlidi continue today an endeavor that requires daily care, dedication, and consistency.
Of the many dining areas in the complex, the one that, in our opinion, best meets the summer demands of Greeks, as well as foreign vacationers, in terms of both environment and atmosphere, and type of cuisine, is The restaurant «Mylos», which we will discuss.
This particular restaurant at the Atlantica Imperial Resort is characterized by special symbolism. Almost next to the sea and the characteristic Aegean blue, the building that hosts it coexists harmoniously with a windmill, a symbol of the Greek countryside. The environment is relaxing and promising. As for the atmosphere, it exudes a feeling of authenticity doing nothing, creating the expectation that the culinary experience to follow will be worthy of the setting.
This is confirmed at first glance by the menu. One of the main features of the restaurant's offering is the existence of a limit on the number of dishes. This element acts as a guarantee of quality, as it is known that an excessively extensive menu, which burdens the kitchen with a large number of different preparations, often leads to failures. A second important feature is that the menu respects the identity of the place. There is an excellent balance between land-based dishes – symbolized by the windmill – and seafood dishes, which correspond to the character of a seaside restaurant.
The Greekness of the menu is evident from beginning to end, both on a general level and through specific dishes that draw directly from tradition. The May chicken fricassee and the chicken pastitsada we tried, besides being reminiscent of classic Greek recipes, were exceptionally delicious and well-executed, with respect to their traditional references.
Another significant advantage of «Mylos» that both the appetizers and several of the main courses can be placed in the center of the table and serve as sharing dishes, ideally accompanying a Greek summer ouzo or another drink.
Finally, one element that confirms the overall quality of the endeavor is the fact that, after tasting small samples from all the other dining venues at the resort, we conclude that the complex has exceptionally well-trained staff and a clear culinary philosophy. Therefore, it represents a particularly noteworthy offering not only for hotel guests but also for all vacationers in the wider area.
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