Hiša Franko.

Set in a salmon-pink 19th-century farmhouse against the backdrop of the Julian Alps, Hiša Franko is the definitive destination for Slovenian high gastronomy. Self-taught chef Ana Roš has transformed her family’s former inn into a laboratory of the Soča Valley, sourcing exclusively from a tight-knit circle of local foragers, shepherds, and fishermen. The 15-to-17-course tasting menus are famously unorthodox, balancing rugged Alpine traditions with global techniques—expect bold combinations like trout with forest fruits or corn beignets filled with fermented cottage cheese. Sommelier Valter Kramar oversees an exceptional cellar of Slovenian natural wines and a dedicated cheese-aging program. Despite its global stature, the atmosphere remains that of a soulful, intimate countryside home.