Let’s sit outside

Summer is the time when summer gardens and terraces come to life. What could be more enjoyable than eating your meal outdoors? In addition to enjoying your food, you can also admire the view, unique ambience and pleasant atmosphere, which conjure up a perfect gastronomic experience. You can find numerous summer gardens and terraces in Slovenian towns and countryside. We have prepared a few suggestions about where to go for lunch or dinner, and where, in addition to the very best food, you will also find a beautiful summer garden or terrace.

Urban, green and inviting – Terraces and summer gardens in Ljubljana and Central Slovenia

Fancy a delicious meal on the Castle Hill overlooking the Slovenian capital? Or would you prefer a pleasant summer garden, surrounded by greenery, where you can take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city? Visit some of the most beautiful summer gardens and terraces in Ljubljana and Central Slovenia.

Romantic terraces and summer gardens under the Alpine peaks

Reserve a table and enjoy tasty bites and a view of the Alpine peaks in summer gardens and terraces. Choose the right setting to enhance your dining experience – castle luxury, the best view of the town, the embrace of nature.

Dinner or lunch with a soothing Mediterranean breeze in your hair

Imagine yourself sitting on a terrace with a view of the sea or an idyllic landscape dotted with vineyards and olive groves. You are caressed by a pleasant, warm breeze and there is the mild scent of the Mediterranean in the air. That is what it feels like to have lunch or dinner in one of the most beautiful summer gardens and terraces in the Mediterranean and Karst regions of Slovenia.

Thermal Pannonian Slovenia: a castle paradise for gourmets

Discover the charm of ancient castles, manor houses and ramparts that blend with the wine-growing landscape to create a unique ambience. The perfect choice for romantics and gourmets who enjoy warm days and evenings in the beautiful summer gardens and terraces.

Summer pleasures with selected bites

Treat yourself to summer relaxation and enjoy delicious dishes al fresco. Whether it is a picnic or an elegant restaurant, in either case you can expect delicious dishes made from fresh, local and seasonal ingredients.

Follow the Michelin stars to Slovenia

The fact that Slovenia has excellent cuisine was also noticed by the global gastronomic giant Michelin. The guide's inspectors have been discovering the quality of selected restaurants and evaluating their offer. Would you like to know what Slovenian stars are there in the Michelin sky?

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Follow the Michelin stars to Slovenia

Follow the Michelin stars to Slovenia

The fact that Slovenia has excellent cuisine was also noticed by the global gastronomic giant Michelin. The guide's inspectors have been discovering the quality of selected restaurants and evaluating their offer. Would you like to know what Slovenian stars are there in the Michelin sky?

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Top Slovenian restaurants by Gault & Millau

Top Slovenian restaurants by Gault & Millau

Discover the gastronomic gems in Slovenia recommended by Gault & Millau, one of the greatest international gastronomic guides. See which restaurants and other eateries have earned the highest hat ratings and which are the freshest culinary names in Slovenia.

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Restaurants with the Slovenia Green sustainability label

Restaurants with the Slovenia Green sustainability label

Slovenian cuisine is based on ingredients found in our immediate surroundings. Modern approaches to cuisine combine with elements of culinary tradition. Discover restaurants, recipients of the Slovenia Green label, which put sustainability at the forefront in the creation of their specialities. 

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Outdoor gastronomy

Outdoor gastronomy

Are you a picnic lover? Many places in Slovenia are happy to fill a picnic basket for you. All you need to do is to choose your favourite outdoor spot. Perhaps you want to enjoy a gourmet treat in the street or, in the warmer months, in summer gardens and on terraces.

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Gastronomic festivals and events

Gastronomic festivals and events

Do you like eating in good company? Do you want to try many dishes in one place?  Then you should visit the many gastronomic festivals and events with a culinary touch that you can find in Slovenia at any time of the year. There you will be able to learn more about the local cuisine as well as culinary delights from near and far. 

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Enjoy dreamy vistas

Combine supreme gastronomic pleasure with a unique ambience and unusual experiences. Taste the array of fresh local delicacies and spend the night under the stars in glamorous outdoor accommodation facilities.

The best for gourmets

Discover why Slovenia is becoming an increasingly popular destination for gourmets.

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Top culinary experiences in Slovenia

Enjoy the most special gastronomic experiences in Slovenia!

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Castles

Slovenia is full of castles, manors, fortresses, and fortification systems.

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Where to buy fresh local products?

Taste the noble gifts of Slovenian soil and the tasty produce of Slovenian farms.

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Unique accommodation in Slovenia

Spend your dream holiday in world-class comfort and in authentic touch with nature.

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Best glamping experiences in Slovenia

Slovenia is a destination for top glamping experiences!

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Publication: Taste Slovenia (84 pages)

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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