Morgan & Mees revamps with new interior, new chef and sommelier

Amsterdam boutique hotel and restaurant Morgan & Mees has been revamped. With a transformed interior and an updated gastronomic concept, the Amsterdam-West location is entering its next phase. The culinary leadership is in the hands of Head Chef Filip Hanlo, from The Dylan, and sommelier and General Manager Cas Kratz, formerly employed at Spectrum. Together with founders Myrthe Slotemaker, Roger Peetoom and Willem Dikkers, they are building on the familiar concept, but in the form of an accessible neo-bistro.

A new interior with international allure

The listed building has been given a new and warm interior to match its sharpened course. The design is inviting. It is a place where both local residents and international hotel guests can easily drop in for dinner or a good glass of wine at the bar.

The original concept is stronger than ever

The basics of Morgan & Mees remain unchanged and revolve around the balance between two worlds. Head Chef Filip brings the ambitious, worldly side of ‘Morgan’ to the kitchen. Sommelier Cas, with his Amsterdam background, represents the down-to-earth, local warmth of ‘Mees’. Together, they establish a contemporary neo-bistro. This means high-quality cooking and a strong wine list, but in a relaxed and lively setting without the formal rules of classic fine dining.

This is also directly reflected on the menu: in addition to the à la carte options, there is a three-course lunch menu daily. For dinner, the kitchen serves a four- or five-course Chef's menu, with a suitable wine pairing available.

Head Chef Filip as the global face in the kitchen

Filip Hanlo gained international experience in well-known kitchens such as Noma and Le Grand Restaurant. Most recently, he earned 15 Gault&Millau points as chef of até at The Dylan.

“My cooking style combines Mexican, Japanese and French cuisine. At Morgan & Mees, we go for distinct flavours in a relaxed setting. Guests should feel the energy as soon as they step inside. It's a dynamic place where good food and a warm atmosphere come together.”

Sommelier Cas gives local soul to the wine list

Next to him is sommelier and General Manager Cas Kratz, a born and bred Amsterdammer. After eight years as Maître-Sommelier at two-star restaurant Spectrum, he now brings his extensive wine knowledge to this approachable environment.

“The combination of my wine selection with Filip's dishes is exactly right. We want to keep the familiar warmth of Morgan & Mees, but further increase the quality of the food, wine and service. This will be our own version of the neo-bistro, right in the middle of Amsterdam.”