Vander Urbani Resort

MICHELIN Guide Slovenia : Ljubljana, a world of culinary diversity

"On the banks of the Ljubljanica River, city-centre restaurant Vander stands out from the crowd with its inviting and trendy atmosphere. Within the walls of Amanda and Aleksander Vujadinović’s attractive boutique hotel, the restaurant is divided into several interconnecting spaces: one cosy room with large communal tables, another with a more elegant vibe and designer furniture, plus an irresistible sun terrace on the waterfront. In Slovenian, Vander means "journey", and the name is spot on for this establishment, where a different culinary experience awaits you each time you come : the two young chefs are keen to keep diners on their toes. They are Martin Blejec, who has worked in some of the best restaurants in Ljubljana and London, and Luka Zeleznik, sous-chef and friend of Blejec. Both are keen to work with local produce, which they source from small-scale producers of their acquaintance. Farm-reared pig, trout or sturgeon, game and mushrooms all feature on a menu that favours compact, lively dishes. Examples include the delicately breaded Dolenjska cheese served with herb mayonnaise; scallop risotto with caramelised spring onions; and crispy pavlova with seasonal fruits. The wine list highlights local wines but also includes foreign wines, most notably champagne, which flows freely during the many events in the Vander calendar. These range from "Vanderful" aperitifs to gourmet evenings, and offer the perfect opportunity to book a night in one of the hotel's elegant guestrooms." - Le Guide MICHELIN