Culinary Arts

The culinary arts of Elegans restaurant at the Brdo pri Kranju protocol estate offer a unique experience for every guest, where tradition intertwines with contemporary culinary approaches. Committed to quality, respect for nature, and sustainable practices, they prioritize locally and organically grown ingredients, thereby strengthening ties with the local community. Through careful selection of fresh seasonal produce and creation of their own house products, they ensure food freshness, authentic flavors, and simultaneously care for the environment with a reduced carbon footprint. This responsible approach to gastronomy has earned them the prestigious Slovenia Green Cuisine mark, confirming their commitment to the environment and sustainable development.

In the kitchen of Hotel Elegans, they understand that true culinary art is not just food, but an experience that connects people. The cooking team, led by Janez Šetina, leaves nothing to chance. With his authentic culinary creativity and dedication, Šetina sets new standards of quality and impresses both domestic and foreign guests. With his team, he continuously seeks symbiosis between tradition and innovation. He believes that excellent cuisine and rich flavors emerge where there is harmonious cooperation between humans and nature. The Slovenia Green Cuisine environmental mark confirms that their vision and pursuit of it is a step in the right direction.

The menu and specialties change throughout the year and are adapted according to ingredients that thrive during that time. During special themed holidays, you can enjoy a romantic lunch or dinner with friends in a wonderful, modern ambiance at affordable prices. They offer an à la carte menu, as well as multi-course menus which you can enjoy with a beautiful view of Brdo Park.

Brunch is also available, representing a perfect combination of breakfast and lunch, ideal for relaxed weekends or holidays. Brunch at Brdo offers a diverse selection of dishes prepared from fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients that satisfy both lovers of classic flavors and those seeking something new. The tables feature various types of local cheeses, meats, freshly baked bread, homemade jams, diverse salads, hot dishes, seasonal fruits, and delicious desserts. Special attention is paid to fans of vegetarian and vegan cuisine as well as those with various dietary restrictions. With brunch, guests can enjoy a glass of sparkling wine, wine, a cup of premium coffee, or homemade juice, all complemented by a wonderful view of the manicured Brdo Park, which invites you for a walk after the meal.

At the café of Hotel Elegans Brdo, you can also indulge in various types of desserts – from cakes, pies, and pastries, to single-portion desserts that impress both hotel guests and external visitors who wish to relax in the pleasant ambiance of the hotel or on the beautiful terrace overlooking the park and surrounding landscape.

Culinary events do not only take place in the Elegans restaurant and café. They want to present gourmet experiences to everyone, so they organize various events together with local producers and providers. Every year at the end of August, Brdo Park near Kranj hosts the traditional Day of Homemade Delicacies, which brings together more than 40 providers of local produce and products from throughout the Gorenjska region. You can view more about the events taking place at the Brdo estate here.