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GRAND UNION HOTEL, LJUBLJANA

e could see why the Grand Union Hotel is the go can get. It has the feel of a hip upscale eatery in New York or
to place in Ljubljana for business folks, meeting San Francisco. Lots of wood, lights and a comfortably casual
Wand conventions. The meeting and banquet rooms rustic decor make diners feel relaxed as they feast on some
are beautiful as is the historic facade of the main hotel. We very sophisticated yet deceptively simple fusion dishes fea-
stayed in the business section of the hotel which has its own turing local produce, meats and fish.
lobby and front desk trained to take care of busy executives
and upscale travelers. The staff here is first rate, responding The slightly charred octopus I had was the most flavorful and
to every request, including securing the free electric shuttles tender I’ve expereinced. The staff was polished yet friendly
that will take you to any location within the old town walking and recommended some great local wines. The young chef,
district. Jorg Zupan, shown on the right is known as one of the best
in Slovenia and I suspect his name will be known to foodies
The Grand Union’s new restaurant, Atelje Restaurant and bar, around the world very soon. http://www.union-hotels.eu/en/
is about as far from the traditional hotel dining room as you grand-hotel-union/

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