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Spa Hotel Lanterna brings modern Wallachian cuisine to a hilltop table in Velké Karlovice. The dining room opens toward forested slopes and quiet meadows while maintaining a calm, polished atmosphere. Guests settle into spaces designed for unhurried conversation rather than loud entertainment. The kitchen treats this elevated setting as a stage for careful preparation.
The culinary program builds a structured tasting menu around classic Wallachian cuisine foundations updated through precise technique. Diners encounter an asparagus cream soup layered with smoked salmon before moving to a supreme of guinea fowl wrapped in crisp pancetta. The accompanying risotto holds a steady consistency while the meat retains its natural juices. Every plate reflects a deliberate approach to aging proteins and balancing rich textures.
A dedicated sommelier guides visitors through cellar choices that complement the structured plates. The dessert course turns toward regional orchard traditions with a baked Moravian cheesecake served beside a light raisin ice cream. Small portions of house plum jam and forest fruit gel provide a tart counterpoint to the creamy finish. This focus on authentic Wallachian cuisine helped secure an eleven point rating from Gault&Millau for 2026.
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