Uroš Štefelin

Uroš Štefelin is committed to preserving cultural heritage while encouraging and inspiring young chefs and gourmets with his innovation and respect for local ingredients. His creative vision and harmonious blend of tradition and modernity make him one of the leading chefs in Slovenia and beyond. Uroš is also the proud recipient of Michelin stars in two restaurants - Vila Podvin and Hiša Linhart. This exceptional award is a testament to his outstanding culinary mastery, the originality of his dishes and the high quality and perfection of his cuisine.

Dedicated to reviving forgotten traditional Slovenian dishes and drinks, his cooking philosophy is based on the use of seasonal ingredients from his home garden and surrounding farms, ensuring the freshness and exceptional quality of his dishes. His cuisine is a blend of the past and the present - using modern techniques and his own creativity to upgrade heritage dishes into new Slovenian cuisine. Carefully selected ingredients and attention to detail allow him to make each dish carry the story of tradition, while surprising with modern flavours and aesthetic perfection.