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A restaurant unlike any in Warsaw: A menu of mystery and only 20 seats

From Rzeczpospolita · () Polish

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  • A new restaurant named Nów has opened in Warsaw, offering a unique dining experience where guests trust the chef's creativity without a set menu.
  • The restaurant focuses on Polish products and traditional recipes, reinterpreted in surprising ways, with an intimate setting for a maximum of 20 guests per evening.
  • Nów is led by Adrian Bęben and Piotr Pietras, who also own the well-regarded restaurant Wandal, bringing together experienced chefs and a Master Sommelier.

Warsaw's culinary scene welcomes Nów, a new restaurant that eschews traditional menus for an "omakase"-style experience, inviting diners to surrender their expectations and trust the chef's inventive spirit.

The concept behind Nów, described as a moment when the "invisible moon blurs the contours of reality," aims to transport guests to a place balanced between dream and wakefulness. This intimate setting, accommodating a maximum of 20 guests each evening, emphasizes mystery and exclusivity. The culinary journey unfolds "layer by layer," revealing the stories behind dishes crafted from Polish ingredients. The focus is on showcasing the richness of Poland's forests, lakes, and rivers, alongside forgotten culinary traditions, all presented with a modern, surprising twist.

Nów is the moment when the invisible moon blurs the contours of reality and the world balances on the edge of dream and wakefulness. We want to invite you to such a place, to such an adventure. To cast aside expectations and trust the mystery.

· Restaurant Nów announcementThis enigmatic statement sets the tone and philosophy for the new restaurant's dining experience.

Nów is the brainchild of Adrian Bęben and Piotr Pietras, the duo behind Warsaw's successful restaurant Wandal. Bęben, known for his creative reinterpretations of Polish culinary traditions, leads the kitchen. He is supported by sous chef Piotr Komorski and chefs Kuba Jakubiak and Jędrzej Krzemiński, who bring experience from renowned international establishments like the three-Michelin-starred Geranium and Atelier Moessmer. Pietras, one of Poland's few Master Sommeliers, curates the wine and non-alcoholic beverage pairings, working alongside sommelier Iza Iskierka.

The restaurant's commitment to Polish craftsmanship extends to its minimalist interior design. Nów's beverage program is designed to be as integral to the dining experience as the food, with non-alcoholic options offering a "parallel flavor narrative" that guides guests through the menu with depth and emotion. The wine list features selections from artisanal, organic European producers, complementing the locally sourced ingredients and the restaurant's overall philosophy of refined, yet grounded, gastronomy.

Nów is the moment when the invisible moon blurs the contours of reality and the world balances on the edge of dream and wakefulness. We want to invite you to such a place, to such an adventure. To cast aside expectations and trust the mystery.

· Restaurant Nów announcementThis enigmatic statement sets the tone and philosophy for the new restaurant's dining experience.
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Originally published by Rzeczpospolita in Polish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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