Beli Labod – Chinese Flavours in the Heart of Ljubljana Family Wang and Feng welcomes you to taste the Chinese cuisine, located in the center of Ljubljana. They pride themselves in bringing a wide range of original and traditional Chinese dishes. Chinese restaurant Beli Labod is located on Masarykova cesta. Beli Labod offers you freshly …
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New Years Culinary Experience at Hotel & Restaurant Planinka The end of the year is an opportunity to stop for a moment and experience something different, and most importantly, something completely unforgettable with our loved ones before we all turn the page to a new chapter. Our friends at hotel & restaurant Planinka understand the …
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TOP Ljubljana Nightlife 2020 Colourful trees, foggy mornings, chilly evenings, yes, it’s definitely that time of year again – the time of year when we ask all of Ljubljana’s party people, beer drinkers, students, hipsters, wine connoisseurs, concertgoers, pool sharks, clubbers, jazzophiles, cigar aficionados and night owls what their favourite after-dark destinations are, as it’s …
PLANINKA x THE SLOVENIA GIVEAWAY Win an amazing weekend package for 2 people at Hotel & Restaurant Planinka! Spoil yourself with culinary experience and relaxing weekend off where you can spend some quality time with your better half. To compete here is what you need to do: Like and follow the following Instagram profiles @hotel.planinka and …
Culinary event River food Restaurant @Galerija okusov invites you to a culinary event River food “A culinary journey through the Savinja Valley that will represent the importance of the environment we come from. The river provides us with a wide range of resources that we are always happy to bring into our culinary creations. In honor of the local …
Ljubljana Gourmet Festival 2019 Taste the various delicacies of Ljubljana and discover sustainable gourmet cuisine In November, Ljubljana will again transform into the gourmet capital of Slovenia. At various locations, the November Gourmet Ljubljana festival will feature a rich, month-long programme of extraordinary culinary experiences created by acclaimed local chefs, top winemakers and brewers, as …
Gostilna Francl Regarded by locals as one of the best restaurants in the region, if not the entire country, Gostilna Francl has never left us disappointed and should more or less be considered a must-visit destination on any trip to or near Celje. They prepare a variety of traditional Slovenian and Savinjska cuisine, in addition …
TOP 8 experience in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia Ljubljana Castle, photo: www.slovenia.info, James Relf Dyer, Beautiful Destinations Slovenia’s central region earns its name in many more ways than simple geography. The nation’s lively capital Ljubljana dominate the area, and acts as Slovenia’s political, educational, economic and cultural centre in the process. Much like Rome, all …
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A new wine store on Ljubljana castle Ljubljana’s castle completes its wine story with the opening of the Strelec wine store A new wine store has opened its doors to the public on Ljubljana castle, thus rounding off the story about the oldest vine in the world and the castle’s vineyard. With boldness and valiancy, …
Most popular sights, top sightseeing, historical sites, and places with the best views THE Slovenia Book: Top 100 Destinations (3rd Edition) Slovenia is home to numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites and European Destinations of Excellence (EDEN). Its great cities of art, like Ljubljana, Maribor, Koper and Piran are famous and have been attracting visitors for centuries. Besides …
Tri Lučke Set in the hills high above the town of Krško, with breathtaking panoramic views and an exceedingly peaceful atmosphere amongst the vineyards, the stunning estate dates back to the 19th century when it was first established by the powerful Counts of Attems from nearby Brežice. It’s been a well-known traditional restaurant and guesthouse …
Galerija okusov This ‘gallery of flavours’ is aptly named, as its young, passionate team creates works of art on a daily basis in a truly unique atmosphere. Set on the grounds of Novo Celje Mansion, surrounded by hops fields near Žalec in the Lower Savinja Valley, their philosophy is centred on the artful coalescence of various dichotomies – namely, …
TOP 10 Ljubljana and Central Slovenia Restaurant Ljubljana and its surroundings offer their visitors numerous opportunities to spend their holidays, explore, and enjoy. This region borders on all other main Slovenia regions which is represented even in gastronomy. On the north and west you can feel Alpine and Mediterranean influence while on East gastronomy is …
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The book ˝JB restaurant˝ is the winner of the crystal award of the Ad stars advertising festival Futura DDB advertising agency published a book for the famous JB restaurant, a writing signed by chef Janez Bratovž himself. Apart from the recipes, the book reveals the ˝backstage˝ of the master’s work – each chapter is dedicated …
Best Posavje culinary specialists, wines and farm delicacies In Posavje region we have designed one-week events under the common brand TASTE POSAVJE, which brings together the best culinary specialists, wines and farm delicacies. Under the vision “fresh-local-tasty”, top chefs, winemakers and producers in the region, who appreciate the local ingredients and goods produced in Posavje, …
In the gorgeous Upper Savinjska region, surrounded by nature In the gorgeous Upper Savinjska region, surrounded by nature, more precisely in the town of Ljubno ob Savinji, the runner-up of the Slovenia GREEN destination competition, hides a boutique hotel and restaurant Planinka, whose story is more than a hundred years old. The conservation of tradition …
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Best Things To Do in THE Capital of Slovenia Independent posted best 10 things to do in Ljubljana. King of the castle, stand up and paddle, follow the moustaches, snap a weird selfie, we heart art, eat a gut-busting delicacy, down the hatch, walk in the park, grab some street food … Slovenia’s capital offers …
Have you ever wonder who is the chef behind the creation of the plate, that was used as main image of The Slovenia Restuarnt Awards 2019? Wonder no more. His name is Luka Košir and he is the master chef of Gostišče Grič. In the village of Šentjošt nad Horjulom is the delightful little inn …
Japonska restavracija Maru Japonska restavracija Maru Vodnikova 155, 1000 Ljubljana+386 30 200 222 restavracija@maru.si www.maru.si 12:00-22:00 (Mon-Sat l pon-sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out other unique …
Restavracija Špajza Gornji trg 28, 1000 Ljubljana +386 1 425 30 94, info@spajza-lj.si, www.spajza-restaurant.si Chef: Dragan Petrovič 12:00-23:00 (Mon-Sun | pon-ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards To find out other unique places in Slovenia and …
Created in the 1970s in place of a mill and a smaller dam 45.577232, 14.788182 The artificial Reško lake is located in the valley underneath Kočevska Reka, in the middle of the mysterious forests of Kočevje. It was created in the 1970s in place of a mill and a smaller dam. Many different streams and …
Fresh produce from the Organic Garden Terme Krka Hotels have decided to go step further in serving home-grown fruit and vegetables to their guests by creating their very own gardens where they grow vegetables, herbs, aromatic plants and berries. THE Slovenia Book: Top 100 Destinations (3rd Edition) Fresh, home grown fruit and vegetables and herbs …
Pleasant town along the Sava River This pleasant town along the Sava River is the meeting point for many business trips, accompanied by cultural, culinary, educational and rich experiences. Krško Municipality stretches over almost 300 km2 and provides home to some 26,000 inhabitants. The landscape is quite fit for agricultural activities, which is also reflected …
Ingredients come from the family’s own farm or from their neighbours To find out other unique places in Slovenia and features the very best in Slovenian dining, chefs and restaurants all over Slovenia, check out our THE SLOVENIA RESTAURANTS BOOK THE Slovenia Restaurants: Top 163 Only a short drive from Ljubljana, this family-run restaurant with …
Specialising in traditional Slovene dishes For a tranquil taste of splendid Slovene serenity, head out of the city and into the village of Križ, not far from Komenda and Ljubljana’s airport. Here we find Gostilna Čubr, an authentic Slovenian restaurant with almost 300 years of history behind it and plenty more waiting ahead. To find …
By InYourPocket – essential city guides Here it is, Summer took a while to come to Slovenia, and the rest of Europe, this year, but it quickly made up for its tardiness with record high temperatures around the contitent. We’ve bravely soldiered on though, and our editorial team still managed to get together the strength …
From the 15th of July to the 2nd of September 2019 The long awaited flight connection between London Heathrow and Slovenia’s capital city, Ljubljana, will run from the 15th of July to the 2nd of September with a flight time of just 2 hours, 20 minutes. Growth in numbers of the British travelleres visiting Slovenia, …
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Spectacular views, a tempting culinary concept and an open kitchen where you an join the cooks as they prepare your dish. A hidden gem of the Slovenian culinary, B restaurant, is located on the 20th floor of InterContinental hotel Ljubljana, high above the vibrant city streets with a beautiful view of the capital and the …
Hosted Luciano Pavarotti, Agatha Christie, Ray Charles, Bob Dylan, Orson Welles and Kirk Douglas To find out other unique places in Slovenia and features the very best in Slovenian dining, chefs and restaurants all over Slovenia, check out our THE SLOVENIA RESTAURANTS BOOK THE Slovenia Restaurants: Top 163 The legendary hotel in Ljubljana which hosted …
Gostilna Jakob Franc Gostilna Jakob FrancTrnovski pristan 4a, 1000 Ljubljana+386 51 616 000, rezervacije@jakobfranc.comChef: Gracijela Gnezda Moravec;Sommelier: Eko Enver Šabotič11:00-22:00 (Mon-Sat | pon-sob),11:00-16:00 (Sun | ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal …
Only a stone’s throw away from the Slovenia capital The charming Velika planina. Only a stone’s throw away from Ljubljana lies the breathtakingly beautiful (but easily accessible by a cable car) Velika planina mountain plateau. The place itself is magical and one gets a feeling as if one stepped directly into the fairy-tale. THE Slovenia …
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A perfect holiday destination for families Only an hour away from Ljubljana lies Dolenjske Toplice spa, which is primarily known for their Medical Rehabilitation Centre, which successfully treats rheumatic diseases of the locomotor system, conditions after injury and surgery as well as pain in the spine, joints and muscles, and osteoporosis-related pain. THE Slovenia Book: Top …
Great privilege and responsibility at the same time At the European Cities Marketing ‘s General Assembly in Ljubljana which took place in Ljubljana, M.Sc Petra Stušek, managing director of Ljubljana Tourism, was elected President of the European Cities Marketing. This high-level position within the reputable organisation will raise Ljubljana’s profile even more as a successful …
The lake is considered one of the cleanest in the whole of Slovenia 45.648736 – 14.872594Surface area: 39 haDepth: up to 70m Kočevsko, also called Rudniško lake, is one of the most prominent natural sights of the Kočevska region. It is situated in the bottom of an open pit mine, where miners dug for lignite …
Odrta Kuhna – Open Kitchen Are you trying to decide where to take your loved ones, friends, or even business partners for lunch or dinner? Are their tastes and wishes too different to only go to one place? Then experience the diversity of Slovenian and world cuisine in the street! The Open Kitchen is the …
19 – 23 June 2019 in Črnomelj Jurjevanje in Bela krajina is the oldest folklore festival in Slovenia and a member of CIOFF, the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts. This year, it takes place 19 – 23 June in Črnomelj. The festival, which celebrates cultural diversity, is not only one of the …
Ljubljana, 2.7. – 5.9.2019 The festival through history The roots of the Ljubljana summer festival stretch back to 1952, when the Tourist Society of Ljubljana organised the first Tourist Week, followed by the first Ljubljana Festival in 1953. Since then, the festival has showcased a number of cultural, economic, folklore, tourism and sports events. Ljubljana …
Vila Herberstein Located on a hill just above Velenje’s city centre, the immaculate Vila Herberstein exists in a completely different era from the town only a few hundred metres below. Dating back to the second half of the 19th century, the previous owners included several noble families and the villa was restored to its former …
City Terasa City Terasa Ulica kneza Koclja 22, 2000 Maribor +386 2 29 27 002 info@cityterasa.si www.cityterasa.si 11:00-22:00 (Mon-Thu), 11:00-23:00 (Fri-Sat)11:00-22:00 (Sun, Holidays) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To …
Sorbara steak house Sorbara steak houseGallusovo nabrežje 31, 1000 Ljubljana+386 1 425 42 51, sorbara@steakhouse.si,www.sorbara-steakhouse.siChef: Ivo Tomšič12:00-23:00 (Mon-Sat | pon-sob),12:00-23:00 (Sun | ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To …
Kralj Žara Kralj Žara Kongresni trg 3, 1000 Ljubljana +386 64 277 677 restaurant@kraljzara.si restaurant@kraljzara.si 12:00 – 23:00 (Tue-Sat l tor-sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out …
Ošterija Pr’Noni Ošterija Pr’Noni Cesta v Gorice 1, 1000 Ljubljana +386 1 242 58 20, nona@copia.si, www.prnoni.si Chef: Luka Gourmet (franchise | franšiza); Sommelier: Damjan Svete 10:30-22:00 (Mon-Fri | pon-pet), 12:00-22:00 (Sat | sob), 12:00-17:00 (Sun | ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 …
Domačija Novak Located in the village of Dvor, just down the Krka river from the fairy tale castle of Žužemberk, the Novak family farm is every bit as magical as its medieval neighbour. The tasting menus are comprised of locallysourced, seasonal ingredients, much of which is grown in the family’s own organic gardens, while the …
Perched high up in the archer’s tower of the grand Ljubljana castle, Restavracija Strelec overlooks the city from a spectacular position. Strelec has both an inside and outside seating area, with the outside showcasing a magnificent view of the sprawling Ljubljana for its lucky diners. The inside of the restaurant has a modern flare, with …
Argentino ArgentinoŠmartinska cesta 152, 1000 Ljubljana+386 1 523 36 30www.argentino.siChef: Derviš Domzet08:00-23:00 (Mon-Sat | pon-sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards To find out other unique places in Slovenia and features the very best in Slovenian …
Domačija Javornik Domačija JavornikKrka 127, 1301 Krka+386 31 739 771Chef: Barbara Kotar JavornikPrior reservation needed | Po predhodni rezervaciji(Wed-Sun | sre-ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out …
Gostilna Pri Kuklju Gostilna Pri KukljuTrubarjeva cesta 31, 1315 Velike Lašče+386 1 788 90 98, gostilna.kukeljl@siol.net,www.prikuklju.siChef: Margareta Damjanič; Sommelier: Margareta Damjanič12:00-16:00, 19:00-22:00 (Wed-Fri | sre-pet),12:00-22:00 (Sat | sob),11:00-17:00 (Sun | ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant …
Even in a country as diverse as Slovenia, Krško manages to stand out for the dizzying array of sights and activities it offers visitors. The majestic Rajhenburg Castle (or Grad Rajhenburg), which is perched on a hill above the Sava River overlooking the town of Krško below, photo by Boštjan Colarič Capuchin Library Housed inside …
Gostilna Kovač Gostilna Kovač Pot k Savi 9, 1000 Ljubljana +386 1 537 12 44, info@gostilnakovac.eu, www.gostilnakovac.eu Chef: Rok Babnik; Sommelier: Rok Babnik 12:00-22:00 (Mon-Fri | pon-pet) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards To find out …
Gostilnica 5-6 kg Gostilnica 5-6 kg Gornji trg 23, 1000 Ljubljana +386 1 320 08 04 12:00-00:00 (Mon-Sun l pon-ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out other …
Gostilna Maribor Gostilna MariborGlavni trg 8, 2000 Maribor+386 31 565 565, info@gostilnamaribor.siwww.gostilnamaribor.siChef: Gregor Jager07:30-23:00 (Mon-Thu | pon-čet),07:30-02:00 (Fri | pet),08:00-02:00 (Sat | sob), 08:00-16:00 (Sun | ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants …
Gostilna Belšak Gostilna Belšak Golo Brdo 8, 1215 Medvode +386 1 361 12 42 www.gostilna-belsak.si 11:00-16:30 (Tue l tor), 11:00-20:30 (Wed l sre), 11:00-20:00 (Thu l čet), 11:00-20:30 (Fri l pet), 10:00-20:30 (Sat l sob), 10:00-19:00 (Sun, Holidays l ned., prazniki) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central …
Gostilna Vovko Gostilna Vovko Ratež 48,8321 Brusnice +386 7 30 85 603 anton.vovko@siol.net www.gostilna-vovko.si 12:00 – 22:00 (Mon-Sat l pon-sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out …
Restavracija Atelje Restavracija Atelje Nazorjeva 2, 1000 Ljubljana +386 1 308 19 07, atelje@restavracijaatelje.com, www.restavracijaatelje.com Chef: Jorg Zupan; Sommelier: Matjaž Ivanc 12:00-22:00 (Mon-Fri | pon-pet), 18:00-22:00 (Sat | sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top …
Gostilna Pr’ Kopač Gostilna Pr’ KopačTržaška cesta 418, 1351 Brezovica pri Ljubljani+386 1 365 30 66, info@pr-kopac.com,www.pr-kopac.comChef: Mojca Pleško; Sommelier: Miha Pleško12:00-22:00 (Tue-Sat | tor-sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards To find out other unique …
Oštarija Dolenjske Toplice is a place of contrasts. On the one hand, it’s a typically charming rural town nestled along several bends in the Sušica river in southern Slovenia, but on the other, it’s home to a well-known thermal spa attracting thousands of visitors a year and boasting several large hotels. Nearby Oštarija similarly combines …
Restavracija Maxim Restavracija MaximTrg republike 1, 1000 Ljubljana+386 51 285 335, maxim@mercator.si,www.maxi.si/si/restavracija-maxim/Chef: Peter Kovač; Sommelier: Matija Šubic12:00-22:00 (Mon-Fri | pon-pet),Prior reservation needed | Po predhodni rezervaciji(Sat-Sun | sob-ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards To find …
Koroška hiša pri lipi Koroška hiša pri lipi Mariborska cesta 12, 2366 Muta +386 41 722 091 info@prilipi.si www.prilipi.si Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out other unique …
Okrepčevalnica Čompa Okrepčevalnica ČompaTrubarjeva cesta 40, 1000 Ljubljana+386 40 799 334Chef: Robert Prinčič07:00-01:00 (Mon-Sat | pon-sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out other unique places in Slovenia …
TaBar TaBarRibji trg 6, 1000 Ljubljana+386 31 764 063, info@tabar.si,www.tabar.siChef: Jakob Pintar12:00-24:00 (Mon-Sat | pon-sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out other unique places in Slovenia and …
Kendov dvorec A sprawling country manor that dates back to 1377 and was for generations the primary residence of the wealthy Kenda family, the building and surrounding grounds on a small hillock overlooking Spodnja Idrija have been painstakingly restored to their former splendour, while also being enhanced with all of the modern amenities befitting of a …
Gostilna Pr’ Matičku Tucked away in the suburbs of Kranj you’ll find this wonderful old inn and pizzeria where you can enjoy good service and tasty local cuisine. Not only do they serve delicious pizzas from their wood-fired oven, they also proudly present house specialities made with ingredients from the fields, woods and waters of …
Opened in 2013, Vila Podvin is part of the beautifully restored 14th-century castle, where the Slovene constitution was written, some 2km east of Radovljica, and just a short drive north of Ljubljana. The restaurant, itself, was converted from the original stables into a spacious building with Stane Kregar’s stained glass windows. There are seven …
Located in a two-hundred year old house below the parish church in the centre of Bizeljsko. Šekoranja is an honest-to-goodness Slovene institution, as can be attested to by the decades of awards and faded photos of celebrity guests that line the walls – the most prized of which includes a smiling President Tito accompanied by …
Located in Ljubljana Castle and boasting a kitchen run by famed chef Igor Jagodic, the impecable Strelec was selected by our committee of experts and the voters as the Best Restaurant in Ljubljana and Central Slovenia during the inaugural 2017 THE Slovenia Restaurant Awards. Perched high up in the archer’s tower of the grand Ljubljana …
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The first – and for a long time only – Japanese restaurant in Slovenia, the small and intimate Sushimama’s interesting little touches beyond the actual food include a subscription to Wallpaper magazine and the brave act of putting the head Japanese sushi chef Hiroki Ishikawa on display as he works in the restaurant. The extensive …
Restavracija sedem Restavracija Sedem, a culinary school restaurant, is located right in the heart of Maribor’s centre. Its students take much of the responsibility that comes with operating a restaurant which include welcoming guests, organising themselves and creating reasonably priced diverse dishes. With a coffee shop attached with delicious sweets and cocktails, and their offer …
If you’re looking for a truly unique and romantic dining experience, why not hike up to Tabor Castle on the hill that overlooks the town of Laško. Dating back to the 11th century, the castle was in ruins for nearly two hundred years until the Laško Brewery rebuilt it in the mid-1980s. The compact but …
If location is all that matters, this might be one of the most romantic restaurants in Slovenia. In the middle of the Krka river, the restaurant nestled inside Otočec castle truly is a special place. And, of-course, the food more than matches its enchanting surroundings, with dishes like Chanterelle pockets with spinach, cream of fennel …
Cubo’s location outside of the city centre doesn’t stop those foreigners and locals who appreciate good food and atmosphere from turning up here in droves every day. Taking the very best of the dining experience from décor to service to of course the food, they’ve come up with a truly inspiring place indeed.. Opting for …
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Their excellent service, elegant plating and use of fresh ingredients puts Rakar – gostišče in prenočišča on the map. But it’s with dishes like fried anchovies on marinated zucchini, juicy duck breast with herbs or pumpkin filled dumplings with cider and mustard seed sauce, where Rakar truly excels. Their large wine cellar, friendly staff and …
Considered by those in the know as one of the best restaurants in the region, if not the entire country, Ošterija Debeluh and acclaimed head chef Jure Tomič have built up a well-earned reputation for innovative, beautifully presented and most importantly delicious dishes. With their main focus always being simple, clean and seasonal flavours, Ošterija …
Monstera Bistro is just a stone’s throw away from Kongresni Trg, right in Ljubljana’s city centre, making it a great place to stop off for lunch or dinner after a day of exploring Slovenia’s capital. Monstera Bistro makes exquisite food by weaving modernity into traditional dishes. Having both a diverse lunch menu that changes every …
First opening its doors in 1836, Gostilna Pri Kolovratu specialises in traditional Slovene food – even using recipes from the first Slovene cookbook. Offering hearty meals, including Ljubljana žlikrofi with mushrooms, and specialty appetisers like veal tongue, Pri Kolovratu ensures that their diners leave feeling satisfied and full. Their daily specials are also a great …
This tasty gostilna was opened in the village of the same name just north of Ljubljana by Slavko Žagar Sr back in 1975. To this day Skaručna has the reputation of extravagant experience, going well beyond what is on their plentifully served plates and in their elegant glasses. The owner, Slavko Žagar Jr, is a …
Decidedly upmarket in appearance and service, the prices are surprisingly modest – especially given the truly unique location and dining experience that goes along with it. Na Gradu’s award-winning chefs pride themselves on the expert preparation of Slovenia’s diverse range of traditional dishes, which have been developed over the centuries in the country’s 24 separate …
Sat between Celje and Novo Mesto, Gostilna Repovž is the epitome of comfort. THE Slovenia Restaurants: Top 163 A family affair with over a hundred years of tradition already behind it, the richness of the countryside is multiplied by an awareness of knowledge of food and wine added to superb ingredients straight from the most …
Gostilna Belšak, Slavkov dom, is nestled away between Ljubljana and Medvode, surrounded by meadows and forests. Its location offers an escape from the city and tranquility with its stunning views. Belšak pleases with dishes like fried chicken, noodles with truffles and roasted veal, as well as other seasonal specials. The building itself has as much …
One of Slovenia’s first truly world class designed restaurants when it opened its doors in the centre of Ljubljana some two decades ago, in the years since it hasn’t missed a beat, still serving some of the very best Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in the city. Some of the standouts on the menu are the seafood specialities, …
Fitting nicely into the Grand Hotel Union, Atelje’s style and food is a welcome addition to Ljubljana’s restaurant scene. Helmed by Jorg Zupan, who has studied and worked at some of the best restaurants in the world, Atelje focuses on a honest approach to food and flavours while also constantly exploring and experimenting. Partially due …
Gostišče Kapušin, located in Bela Krajine, is a favourite of locals and tourists alike. With their multiple terraces and their hearty meals that leave guests satisfied, Kapušin makes for a lovely place to eat. Kapušin also offers the chance to be immersed in Slovene culture, with their traditional dishes specializing in the flavours of Bela …
Not only does Shambala’s kitchen turn out some of the best (and spiciest) Asian cuisine in Slovenia, but the tranquil, almost meditative, ambience of the place allows you to enjoy your meal in a state of perfect relaxation – with some of the best service in town thrown in as an added benefit. Pepper sauce …
Located within a modern yet warm and friendly building in Novo Mesto, Boheja specialise in producing diverse steaks, which is all we need to know. Cooked on a unique lava grill, we try not to delve into hyperbole too often but these steaks must be tasted. They must. Complimented by other original and seasonal dishes …
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The slogan of the municipality, which reads “We are wealthy, for we appreciate what we have,” was chosen for a reason. It reflects the beauties of nature, cultural gems, and architectural marvels of this stunning region in the far eastern corner of the country. The municipality of Moravske Toplice consists of 28 settlements and is …
By: Paul Steed Not many cities can be described as being the work of one architect. By their very nature, cities are too big for such mono-creativity. Ljubljana is no ordinary city though. Not a corner of Ljubljana can be turned without coming face to face (or foot to foot) with the work of another …
Home of the dragons – Ljubljana 💚 Thank you @benosaradzic 😉 #theslovenia #ljubljana #igslovenia#slovenia #visitljubljana #ljzate #igljubljana Photo credit: Beno Saradzic, Instagram, facebook.com/Benosaradzicphotography WE: October 2 to October 8. Follow us: FACEBOOK: The Slovenia INSTAGRAM: @the.slovenia Tag your photos @the.slovenia or use #theslovenia to be featured on INSTAGRAM www.instagram.com/the.slovenia/ and www.the-slovenia.com To discover other unique places in Slovenia, check out THE SLOVENIA BOOK – AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO …
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There are 41 streets in Slovenia whose name refers to the word sun. One can find 18 streets are named Sunny Road, 18 streets are named Sunny Street as a well as a Sunny Village, Sunny Embankment, Sunny Terraces, Sunny Vale, and a Sunny Hill. There are 2,006 people living on “sunny” streets. There are 41 streets in Slovenia whose …
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The tongue-twisting capital of Slovenia is the figurative and (almost) literal centre of the country, with nearly three times more inhabitants than any other Slovene city and an even larger share of its commercial, administrative, cultural and educational activity. In 2014, Ljubljana notably celebrated the 2000th anniversary of the founding of the Roman settlement of …
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When we travel, we usually want to get some little keepsakes that would remind us of the memories associated with the visited places once we are back home. We all want to be original and get something really special and unique, but in most cases, we end up buying the most typical and kitsch items …
Well-known for her active contribution to the local contemporary and urban culture for the past 15 years, Piera is passionate about art and culture, and has collaborated with many artists and collectives working in the area of multimedia, visual and performing arts. Building an impressive catalogue of contemporary art, Piera has long been a champion for …
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With over 165 restaurants and establishments taking part this year, competition has been high and participants have excelled themselves in giving voters an outstanding selection of top class foods to sample. Don’t forget to check in on Tuesday 27 March when the overall winners will be announced and presented with their awards. So, without further ado, …
8:10 Order your morning coffee without cream (maybe with coconut milk) in Lolita. No make up, no filter. Only national papers. 8:35 Make a stroll to Ljubljana’s oldest department store – Nama. The brand got a little facelift lately. So you might as well get a little daring on make up and ask always friendly …
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Plečnik’s House Plečnik’s entire life was imbued with creativity; he constantly sketched ideas in his numerous sketchbooks. He was a complete artist, and passed on his disciplined industriousness and the principles of the creative processes not only to the students, but also to those who executed his works in architecture as well as in interior …
Laško: throughout Slovenia and the entire region of South East Europe, the name is synonymous with the green cans and bottles of the locally-produced Zlatorog brand pilsner. In fact, in Slovenia the word Laško has almost become the equivalent of beer. This in itself is no small achievement for a small medieval town of only …
Žalec is the largest town in the Spodnja Savinjska valley west of Celje. It made its first appearance in the annals of history sometime in the late 12th century, receiving full market town rights around a century later. The period of the Renaissance was a difficult one for the town, as it was frequently the …
If Slovenia is situated at the geographical crossroads of Europe – with the Alps, great eastern plains and Mediterranean all converging within its borders – and Žiri is at the crossroads of Slovenia, then by our calculation this small town of just under 5000 inhabitants is the unofficial center of Europe! While this may be …
Slovenia’s central region earns its name in many different ways. The nation’s lively capital Ljubljana dominates the area, and acts as Slovenia’s political, educational, economic and cultural centre in the process. All roads lead here, and the city is the nerve centre of Slovenian life and development. It is by no means the biggest …
The northernmost region in Slovenia is also arguably its most cherished and adored, with alpine mountains covering the vast majority of it, providing the sort of scenery one comes to expect from such a magnificent range. The air is fresh and tinged with romance, with gorgeous valley after gorgeous valley just waiting to impress each …
Some 20km from Ljubljana we find the attractive little town of Vrhnika. Known as Nauportus in Roman times, it blossomed as a strategically important fort, remains of which can still be found near the cemetery. The area nearby is scattered with the remains of a Roman defensive wall system from the second half of the …
The centre of Inner Carniola between Ljubljana and Postojna, Logatec is a small place with a large history. The earliest mentions of it come from Roman times, and its history is shaped by its position on the important trade routes of the past, be it the Roman road from Aquileia to Emona or the Southern …
The tongue twisting capital of Slovenia is the figurative and (almost) literal centre of the country, with nearly three times more inhabitants than any other Slovene city and an even larger share of its commercial, administrative, cultural and educational activity. In 2014, Ljubljana notably celebrated the 2000th anniversary of the founding of the Roman settlement …
Janez Vajkard Valvesor claimed that Litija took its name from the Latin word lithus, meaning ‘riverbank’. The positioning of the town lends credence to this claim, occupying both banks of the Sava River. Believed to have had settlements as far back as human history goes, Litija is an old mining town surrounded by unique ethnology …
If you are hoping to escape the city, and experience the authentic Slovenian countryside, look no further than Ivančna Gorica. The municipality lays right at the edge of Central Slovenia and the start of Southern Slovenia, and because of this unique natural intersection you will find very peculiar landscapes. Slovenia’s trademark green colour appears in …
The first thing you notice is an all-encompassing green; 58% of the entire nation of Slovenia is covered in forest, and nowhere is that more apparent than at its heart. The lushest of valleys sweep across the horizon alongside undulating hills that seem to never end. Slovenia is arguably the aesthetic jewel in the European …
Healing energetic points 46.198973, 14.405134 Trbojsko lake, also known as Mavško, Žerjavsko, Kranjsko lake or even Žagarjeva solza (the tear of Žagar), is a lake, dedicated to the romantic soul. It came to be, while the hydroelectric plant Mavčiče was built on the river Sava when the river was dammed off. The lake is up …
THE Slovenia Sunday lunch idea Gostilna Kunstelj, Radovljica First opened in 1873, this friendly family-run guesthouse can be found in the centre of Radovljica’s old town, just north of Linhartov Trg. The menu is focused on traditional Slovene favourites and also includes a number of house specialities as well as set multi-course menus for groups, …
THE Slovenia Sunday Lunch Gostilna Pri Planinskem Orlu, Stahovica Some years ago we got lost trying to take a shortcut through the mountains in a heavy rain storm and ended up following a convoy of cars, which serendipitously led us to this traditional family-run restaurant on the road to Kamniška Bistrica. Seeing that the parking …
A quaint central European town that proudly celebrates its long turbulent history and rich cultural heritage, with some 50,000 inhabitants Celje is the third largest city in Slovenia and an increasingly popular destination for both domestic and international tourists. Over the past two millennia, the city has seen its fair share of ups and downs. …
RESULTS ARE IN! THE Slovenia is proud to announce the finalists for the 2018 Restaurant Awards. With over 165 restaurants and establishments taking part this year, competition has been high and participants have excelled themselves in giving voters an outstanding selection of top class foods to sample. Don’t forget to check in on Tuesday 27 …
RESULTS ARE IN! THE Slovenia is proud to announce the finalists for the 2018 Restaurant Awards. With over 165 restaurants and establishments taking part this year, competition has been high and participants have excelled themselves in giving voters an outstanding selection of top class foods to sample. Don’t forget to check in on Tuesday 27 …
Hiša Kulinarike Manna Hiša kulinarike MannaEipprova ulica 1a, 1000 Ljubljana+386 5 992 23 08, info@restavracija-manna.si,www.restavracija-manna.siChef: Joc Savič; Sommelier: Jani Rakovec12:00-00:00 (Mon-Sat | pon-sob),12:00-21:00 (Sun | ned) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal …
Shambala ShambalaKriževniška ulica 12, 1000 Ljubljana+386 31 843 833www.shambala.siChef: Florian Virant; Sommelier: Jernej Deržič12:00-22:00 (Mon-Sat | pon-sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out other unique places in …
RESULTS ARE IN! THE Slovenia is proud to announce the finalists for the 2018 Restaurant Awards. With over 165 restaurants and establishments taking part this year, competition has been high and participants have excelled themselves in giving voters an outstanding selection of top class foods to sample. Don’t forget to check in on Tuesday 27 …
Gostilna Čubr Gostilna Čubr Križ 53, 1218 Komenda +386 1 834 11 15 info@gostilna-cubr.comwww.gostilna-cubr.com 12:00 – 22:00 (Tue-Sat l tor-sob) Top 10 Restaurants Mediterranean & Karst Slovenia Top 10 Restaurants in Ljubljana & Central Slovenia TOP 10 Alpine Slovenia restaurants by The Slovenia Restaurant Awards Top 10 Restaurants Thermal Pannoinan Slovenia To find out other …