Knees in the water, cocktail in hand: BONA on the water is now open

Restaurant BONA, situated near Trakai Castle in Lithuania, has launched an innovative new dining space called "BONA ant vandens" (BONA on the water). This unique terrace extends the restaurant's offerings directly onto Lake Galvė, providing guests with an immersive summer experience.

Guests can reach the floating terrace by paddleboard or water bike, securing their vessel to the dock before ordering drinks and snacks. For those seeking a more relaxed approach, simply dipping their feet into the cool lake water while enjoying the scenic views is an option. The terrace also features a raft area, offering a tranquil spot to relax after a swim, admire the panorama of Trakai Castle, and savor dishes prepared over an open fire.

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All forms of summer enjoyment – savoring food, drinks, or an evening out – are possible here. You can arrive by paddleboard or water bike, tie it to the pier, order a drink or snack, and enjoy it in the middle of the lake.

Rasa Šnaiderienė, creator of the "Apvalaus stalo klubas" complex which includes BONA, described the space as "a place where summer moves onto the water." She emphasized the desire for BONA to be more than just a restaurant, but a destination for people to unwind, connect with loved ones, and enjoy slow summer evenings by the lake. The menu complements this atmosphere with light, seasonal fare, including refreshing salads, appetizers like focaccia and kibinai tasting platters, and summer classics such as cold beet soup.

The culinary offerings highlight Chef Edgaras Rutkauskas's creativity, featuring reinterpreted kibinai with flaky pastry and refined fillings like lamb with caramelized onions or beef with porcini mushrooms. Lighter options include citrus olives, crispy camembert bites, and truffle fries, alongside summer staples like cold borscht and pulled pork burgers. The menu successfully blends tradition with contemporary gastronomy, aiming to provide a memorable dining experience against the backdrop of one of Lithuania's most beautiful landscapes.

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Summer in Lithuania is so short, so you want to experience it exceptionally – as if on vacation. Our menu is designed for very diverse tastes – from those who value tradition to those who love gastronomic masterpieces. It is important for us that people come here not only for the dishes created by our chef Edgaras Rutkauskas or the opportunity to enjoy BONA's late breakfasts, lunches, or dinners with family. We want this place to be more than a restaurant – for people to come here to relax, be with loved ones, with themselves, and enjoy that slow summer evening by the lake.