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Galerija okusov, in Celje, is a modern cuisine restaurant at Novo Celje 9 in Petrovče, set within the Novo Celje Mansion. Gault&Millau awarded it 17 points in 2026, and the menus are built around seasonal ingredients from local suppliers.
The kitchen gives humble produce like wild garlic, kohlrabi, leek and Jerusalem artichoke the same care it gives to pricier ingredients. Trout, game and lamb appear in layered compositions that stay connected to the garden, meadow, forest and river. The team chooses what to cook according to what nature dictates, and the modern kitchen techniques keep the plates precise rather than nostalgic.
The à la carte opens with beef tartare under a fried yolk, with pickled red onion and a hazelnut cracker. A trout ceviche arrives with sweet potato cream and wakame. Mains include veal loin with miso parsnip sauce and beef shoulder with béchamel and beer sauce. Dessert might be chocolate brownie with orange sorbet, or quince with baked cottage cheese mousse and a mulled wine granita. A tasting menu is also served, with each course building on the one before.
Lunch service runs Wednesday to Saturday, and a reservation is required. A simple lunch costs 24 euros per person, and a family lunch costs 34 euros, with a children's menu at 16 euros. The wine list is extensive, and the non-alcoholic pairing receives as much attention as the bottles. In the warmer months, the garden hosts themed culinary events, which give the restaurant a looser and more lively side.
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Galerija okusov needs little introduction. One look at the first plate is enough. Set within the elegant surroundings of Novo Celje Mansion, the setting is not merely a backdrop but an integral part of an experience that unfolds as a carefully composed story of flavours. The cuisine is technically accomplished yet remains vibrant and expressive. Ingredients come together in harmonious, multilayered compositions where seasonality is not a marketing phrase but a guiding philosophy. Through a range of modern techniques, the kitchen pays tribute to seemingly ordinary ingredients, elevating them from supporting roles to centre stage. Wild garlic, kohlrabi, leek, egg, and Jerusalem artichoke are treated with the same respect and creativity as more luxurious products. The dishes maintain a strong connection to their surroundings - to the garden, meadow, forest, and river - without becoming nostalgic. What makes them memorable is their contemporary character, precision, and depth, whether the focus is trout, game, or lamb. Service is polished yet relaxed, striking a balance that makes guests feel both cared for and comfortable. The wine list showcases an extensive selection. The non-alcoholic pairing deserves equal praise. House-created beverages and cocktails follow the rhythm of the kitchen, complementing each course with the same imagination, freshness, and balance found on the plate. During the warmer months, the garden transforms into a stage for themed culinary events. It is then that Galerija okusov reveals another side of its character: more relaxed, more vibrant, and perhaps even more enchanting.
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