CALLING ALL GOURMANDS: TASTE SLOVENIA RETURNS TO LOŠINJ FROM 30th APRIL – 3RD MAY 2025
This spring, Lošinj Hotels & Villas invites gastronomes to indulge in an irresistible culinary event as Taste Slovenia returns to Hotel Bellevue and Boutique Hotel Alhambra. From 30th April – 3rd May 2025, some of Slovenia’s most celebrated chefs will join forces with Lošinj’s esteemed kitchen talents, crafting an extraordinary gastronomic event in Čikat Bay.
The festivities commence on Wednesday 30th April, with a signature five-course dinner at the innovative Bava Restaurant, featuring the refined artistry of Filip Matjaž of COB (Cooking Outside the Box) alongside Roko Nikolić, Executive Chef at Hotel Bellevue. Guests will enjoy an exquisite pairing with wines from the renowned Slovenian winery Edi Simčič, known for its exceptional vintages cultivated in Goriška Brda.
The following morning, food lovers can indulge in a Prekmurje-inspired brunch at Michelin-starred Alfred Keller at Boutique Hotel Alhambra. Chef Leon Pintarič of Gostilna Rajh will collaborate with Alfred Keller’s own Michael Gollenz, curating a brunch that highlights premium Slovenian ingredients, complemented by fine meat selections from Kodila and wines from Steyer and Marof Vina.
That evening, the spotlight moves to Michelin-Plate Matsunoki, where a five-course dinner will be led by acclaimed chef Tomaž Kavčič of Dvorec Zemono, the winner of Gault & Millau’s ‘Chef of the Year’ Croatia. A proud ambassador of Vipava Valley’s rich culinary heritage, Tomaž will craft a menu enhanced by the exquisite wines of Marjan Simčič Domaine, a name synonymous with tradition and innovation in Slovenian viticulture.
On Friday 2nd May, Matsunoki will host an exclusive dining experience featuring Chef Petra Kapetanović from Peti 181 Restaurant in Ljubljana and Chef Orhan Chakiroglu from our Matsunoki Restaurant. Guests will indulge in a meticulously curated four-course menu, enhanced by premium Bio Sing cold cuts and exceptional large-format wines from Marjan Simčič, Edi Simčič, and Movia, specially selected for the occasion.
The grand finale unfolds on Saturday 3rd May, at Alfred Keller, where Chef Marko Pavčnik of Gostinstvo Pavus will partner with Michael Gollenz for a spectacular five-course dinner. This final evening will showcase a refined menu that harmonizes with the legendary Movia Vina, renowned for its winemaking heritage dating back to 1820.
Join Lošinj Hotels & Villas for a celebration of Slovenia’s culinary traditions, where world-class chefs and esteemed winemakers will transport your palate to new heights. Secure your place for this exclusive gastronomic experience in Čikat Bay!
