The Michelin Guide has finally come to Slovenia and has awarded Restaurant Atelje with a star! For full coverage of the festivities as well as a complete rundown of all the other winners and awards doled out (there were lots!), we recommend checking out the extensive Slovenia Gourmet coverage on The Slovenia.

Decked out in browns of brick and wood, Atelje is a bar and restaurant with a classy, understated feel, as you’d expect from it being part of the Grand Hotel Union. A short and often changing menu re-imagines classic dishes, all masterfully prepared and beautifully presented, and on our visit we were lucky enough to sample the pork ribs with kimchi and pears, followed by brown butter ice cream. A two, or three coursed medium-priced lunch is available between the hours of 12 and 3 pm as well as a collection of snacks and plates to share. Gift certificates are on offer if you ever feel someone you know would enjoy the gift of this exclusive dining experience. The well-stocked wine bar with over 100 wine labels by the glass is nicely lit, making Atelje ideal for date-nights or business. Guests also enjoy free parking in the hotel garage.