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The creators of new Slovenian cuisine

If you prefer getting to know the world through top-quality cuisine, you will likely wish to extend your stay in Slovenia. Slovenian chefs who rely on locally grown ingredients and genuine creativity will impress even the most discerning gourmets. Foodies can find something to tickle their taste buds in every corner of Slovenia.

Chefs who have conquered the world’s culinary Olympus

True gourmets know that everything depends on fresh and high-quality ingredients. What the most renowned Slovenian chefs have in common is that they have the best ingredients close at hand. Pairing their creativity with local ingredients, each chef creates unique dishes worthy of prestigious titles and awards on a global level.

Ana Roš, Hiša Franko, Kobarid

The master chef, who is the 3rd best in the world according to The Best Chef Awards, finds ingredients for her masterpieces in the valley of the Soča River. After finding love, she gave up her diplomatic career and devoted herself to the culinary arts,...

Janez Bratovž, JB Restaurant, Ljubljana

Janez Bratovž is a pioneer of first-class Slovenian cuisine. He combines the elements of earth, water, air and fire with sweet, salty, sour and bitter flavours. He uses produce from his garden and field, as well as ingredients purchased at the famous...

Tomaž Kavčič, Pri Lojzetu – Zemono Castle, Vipava Valley

The most innovative European chef of 2017 according to the JRE, an association of young chefs and restaurateurs, is the only Slovenian recipient of the prestigious Italian Cuoco d'Oro award. He draws inspiration from traditional "poor man’s ingredients"...

Gregor Vračko, Hiša Denk, Zgornja Kungota

Gregor Vračko is a unique culinary rebel with no established style and predictable menus, preferring his work to be guided by intuition, which occasionally compels him to incorporate elements of his family’s traditions. He learned his skills from top...

Igor Jagodic, Strelec Restaurant, Ljubljana

Early in his career, Igor Jagodic managed to become the head chef in the best hotels in Bled, and today he is devoted to creating innovative masterpieces in the restaurant at Ljubljana Castle. His dishes are inspired by colours and scents, which he skilfully...

Uroš Fakuč, Dam Restaurant, Nova Gorica

Uroš's kitchen is filled with aromas of the Mediterranean. His ingredients of choice are fish and seafood, which he skilfully combines with other quality local ingredients to create bold combinations.

David Vračko, Mak Restaurant, Maribor

What do art and gastronomy have in common? The answer is David Vračko. His innovative masterpieces look like real works of art, which can also admired by your taste buds. A real journey into the world of sophisticated flavours!

Uroš Štefelin, Hiša Linhart, Radovljica

Štefelin’s first culinary mentor was his grandmother. And what she taught him remained with Štefelin until today. He revives the traditional flavours of his childhood in his kitchen and showcases them in a new and innovative way.

David Žefran, Restaurant Milka, Kranjska Gora

Being inspired by Alpine nature, his experience of Nordic fine dining and his exceptional respect for the environment are all qualities of Chef David Žafran, who transforms his dishes into unique works of art on the plate.

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Michelin stars in the Slovenian culinary sky

Slovenian gastronomy is among the finest in the world. The arrival of the Michelin Guide, which only chooses destinations with distinct, well-defined cuisines of consistent quality and excellence, is proof of this. In 2020, the first prestigious Michelin stars appeared in the Slovenian culinary sky and are now being joined by even more shining examples. There are currently nine restaurants in Slovenia with these prestigious stars: one with three stars, one with two stars and the others with one star each. Other Michelin symbols offer additional proof that Slovenia is home to excellent cuisine.

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Slovenia’s best according to Gault & Millau

Slovenians believe that beauty is in the eye of the beholder and that every person has their own taste. Nevertheless, it is undoubtedly worth visiting the select few recommended by one of the world's gastronomic giants Gault & Millau. Its inspectors stopped by in Slovenia and selected the best Slovenian restaurants. Would you like to know which ones? Find out also who are the best chefs and which are the most popular gastronomic hubs in Slovenia.

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Slovenian culinary scene in the world media

Slovenia has found itself on numerous lists of top European and world destinations, which have caught the attention of renowned world media. Many focus on its culinary image and commitment to sustainability. Discover what won over the world’s greatest media giants.

Slovenian culinary scene in the world media

Exploring flavours my way

Discover unique, boutique and authentic experiences where you will get to know the remarkable stories of Slovenian cuisine in an interesting and tailor-made way. Follow the signposts of the Slovenian Unique Experiences and go on an unforgettable journey into the world of flavours.

From 45,^{00 €}

A first-class exploration of Pomurje through a guided tour of the family oil mill, where you learn about the traditional processing of pumpkin seed oil...

From pumpkin to oil – the story of a family oil mill with a lasting tradition

From 66,^{00 €}

Learn about the story of the best farmed fish in the world and enjoy its incredible taste.

An unforgettable day at the Fonda Fish Garden

From 115,^{00 €}

A culinary experience, in which you will learn about dry ageing of meat products at an acclaimed ham producer in the Prekmurje region and try your hand...

Meet Meat & Eat – a story about meat worthy of your time

From 119,^{00 €}

An epic tour with the architect of UNESCO's Ljubljana. An intimate experience of the visionary master and his great mind.

Master Plečnik

From 449,^{00 €}

An experience that reveals the rich pastoral heritage of the Velika Planina plateau and offers a comfortable break and a modern culinary experience in...

Experience Velika Planina

From 165,^{00 €}

In the magical ambiance of the Fonda Fish Garden, right by the sea and a stone's throw from the Sečovlje Salt Pans, you will learn in a small group everything...

Mediterranean fish cooking workshop with Irena Fonda

From 842,^{00 €}

A journey to the seven castles of Posavje to experience their rich cultural heritage, unforgettable views and culinary treats.

Magnificent seven – inspiring stories of Posavje castles

From 200,^{00 €}

Taste the world's first sparkling wine produced in complete darkness.

Untouched by Light Experience – tasting a sparkling wine untouched by light

From 410,^{00 €}

A nostalgic journey in legendary classic cars through Istria’s olive groves.

Vintage Gourmet Tour

From 290,^{00 €}

A 1930s-style noble experience that puts you in the shoes of a legendary entrepreneur on a private visit to what was once Europe's most prestigious leather...

Flight to the tannery of Europe

From 50,^{00 €}

A good breakfast sets you up for a day of exploration and fun in the city. Begin your day with a real Ljubljana breakfast and enjoy the always-lively...

Yummy Market Walk

From 185,^{00 €}

Experience a world-class gastronomic adventure in Slovenia's deepest dining room. Enter a time machine and become a part of an underground adventure on...

Velenje Underground – a gastronomic adventure 160 metres below the surface

From 65,^{00 €}

Sports and culinary route to the four microbreweries of Kamnik, the place with the most breweries per inhabitant in the world.

Beer Way to Freedom Tour

From 120,^{00 €}

Maribor’s mix of good food, wine and music.

Rock'n'Roll of flavours

From 116,^{00 €}

An experience that reveals how mining has shaped the landscape of Šaleška Valley and its inhabitants.

Mysteries of submerged villages

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The commitment to sustainability is exhibited also in the culinary world

The basis of good dishes are high-quality ingredients – a fact that is well known by top Slovenian chefs. Good ingredients and full flavours are found in places where there is good cooperation between people and nature. This can only be achieved by having great respect for nature, perseverance and dedication, which is why a growing number of food producers are turning towards sustainable production. Sustainable practices are being implemented in more and more restaurant kitchens, which have been awarded various environmental labels and certificates.

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Green Slovenian restaurants

Discover restaurants, recipients of the national Slovenia Green Cuisine label, which focus on sustainability when creating their specialities.

Pri Baronu

The dishes at the Pri Baronu organic farm, prepared with fresh ingredients right from the garden, will make you feel like a baron. Herbs from their organic herb garden also play an important role.

Kunst restaurant and hotel

At Kunsts' in Krško you can expect to enjoy tasty Posavje dishes. Their menu is adapted to the season and offers choice dishes prepared from local, fresh and seasonal ingredients.  

Hotel Jožef

In the restaurant of the Hotel Jožef, you will be served dishes inspired by the culinary traditions of Mediterranean and local home-made cuisine. Try characteristic Idrija dishes such as žlikrofi, smukavc and zeljševka, which are prepared entirely in...

Galerija Okusov

The restaurant Galerija Okusov offers the best of what the Savinja Valley has to offer and is dedicated to creativity inspired by the traditional. Dishes presented as works of art pay a unique homage to the environment where they were created.

Želinc Farm

The farm on the plain at the confluence of the Idrijca and Cerknica rivers harvests the bounty of the surrounding forests and meadows and combines it with local produce to create an authentic experience of Cerknica flavours on your plate. You are invited...

House Raduha

At House Raduha you will experience the combination of exquisite gastronomy, architecture, nature, and tradition. Become a part of sustainable and cultural tourism, respecting the past and building the future.

Kavarna Park, Bled

The coffee shop in the idyllic location on Lake Bled has been the home to the original Bled cremeschnitte, a famous dessert prepared from local ingredients, for decades.

The Toncevi Organic Agrotourism Farm

The farm offers plenty of authentic flavours of the Karst Edge specialties, seasoned with home-grown herbs.

Gostilna pri Lojzetu

At the idyllic Zemono Manor, renowned chef Tomaž Kavčič skilfully combines the local ingredients of the Vipava Valley. Culinary masterpieces worth trying out are created in an environment rich with diverse tastes.

Restaurant COB, Portorož (Filip Matjaž)

Taste dishes cooked outside the box. As the name suggests (COB – Cooking Outside the Box), you will discover Slovenian cuisine in an unexpected and interactive way in the restaurant owned by the Matjaž family.

Homestead Belica

Homestead Belica is located in the village of Medana in the Brda Region. Their cuisine is based on local flavours.  They are especially proud of their homemade meat products that they produce and cure at the homestead with experience, knowledge...

Urška ECO Farm

The owners of the Urška Farm Stay have strong ties with the local environment and their care for nature is apparent from countless details found on their farm. More than 80% of food offered at the farm is prepared using their own produce.

Gostilna Pension Les

At the Gostilna Pension Les guest house you can try traditional and cosmopolitan dishes using fresh ingredients offered by the Posavje region. They collaborate with local suppliers, ensuring the high quality of their dishes.

Danilo – a restaurant and a wine shop

This renovated family-run restaurant, located between Škofja Loka and Ljubljana, preserves the tradition of domestic cuisine that is based on local ingredients, while promising creative and new culinary flavours.

The House of Marica

The renovated old homestead was named after “granny” Marica who spoilt children with homemade goodies. Some of her recipes are still alive in restaurants that serve traditional dishes from seasonal and local ingredients.

Gostilna Mahorčič, Rodik

The family restaurant whose tradition is continued and upgraded by Ksenija and Martin Mahorčič is a home of contemporary Karst and Brkini cuisine, brimming with genuine local flavours. Do not forget to leave some room for Ksenija’s top-notch desserts,...

Pri Kovačniku farm stay

Tradition and locally-produced food in harmony with seasons are the main assets of Pri Kovačniku's kitchen. You must try traditional delicacies of the Štajerska region, such as “kiblflajš” (smoked meat pickled in fat and onion), beef broth with liver...

Šenk's Homestead

Šenk's Homestead offers a unique experience of the local tradition in the Jezersko region. In cuisine, the connection with the natural environment is reflected in old local dishes, to which they give new meaning.

Saksida wines

The long tradition of production of quality wines in the Saksida family is based on respect for nature and the local environment. At the property, you will be served with selected flavours of the Vipava Valley and be offered accommodation in an eco-camping...

Slovenia – on the crossroads of culinary worlds

Diversity, creativity, and the commitment to the principle "from garden to table" have been increasingly strengthening Slovenia’s presence on the European culinary map. Its gastronomic image enjoys additional prestige due to high-level events.

Discover gourmet Slovenia during Restaurant Week

Become bold explorers of flavours – visit Restaurant Week and discover the charms of top Slovenian cuisine.

Discover gourmet Slovenia during Restaurant Week

European Food Summit – a step towards sustainable gastronomy

Attention! Fresh, local, sustainable – it's time for Slovenian gastronomy.

European Food Summit – a step towards sustainable gastronomy

Let the gastronomic journey through Slovenia continue

After meeting the best Slovenian chefs, discover how much inspiration they find in traditional Slovenian dishes, taste Slovenian wines, visit local culinary events and purchase typical delicacies to bring home.

The flavours of Slovenia

Do you know the typical flavours of the Alps, the Mediterranean, the Karst and the Pannonian Plain?

The flavours of Slovenia

Wines of Slovenia

Where to taste wines from Slovenia's three wine-growing regions?

Wines of Slovenia

Locally typical

Learn about the typical workdays and holidays cuisine of Slovenian people and discover where they obtain the ingredients for their dishes and where you can try them as well.

Locally typical

Where to eat

Home-made or cosmopolitan: choose your ambience and menu in Slovenia.

Where to eat

Top gastronomic festivals and events in Slovenia

Taste Slovenia at numerous culinary festivals and events.

Top gastronomic festivals and events in Slovenia

Local high-quality brands in green destinations

Choose local quality brands in green destinations marketing short supply chains and interesting local delicacies.

Local high-quality brands in green destinations

Publication: Taste Slovenia (84 pages)

Original cuisine is delightful to taste and enjoyable to experience. Choose your experience from the 84 pages of the 2021 European Region of Gastronomy brochure, where Slovenia is presented not only a superb food destination, but also as a land of excellent wines and honey. Besides the authentic flavours of four Slovenian regions, you will get to know the best chefs, top-rated restaurants and inns, culinary events, delicious souvenirs and much more.

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