Born in İskenderun and raised in Antakya, Maksut Aşkar brings the flavors and spirit of Anatolia into the present. At his Michelin-starred restaurant neolokal, he reinterprets traditional cuisine with creativity and emotion, preserving culinary heritage while embracing innovation. Recognized by The World’s 50 Best Restaurants and Gault & Millau, Aşkar’s work reflects a deep connection to seasonality, sustainability, and cultural memory.
Gravner Winery, founded in the Collio Goriziano, has become a symbol of integrity in winemaking. Joško Gravner’s return to ancestral methods, including fermentation in terracotta amphorae, has produced wines of profound character and timeless depth. Through a tasting of Ribolla Gialla vintages 2010, 2011, 2014, and 2017, along with Grappa Ribolla Capovilla, guests will experience the evolution of a wine that redefined contemporary enology.
This collaboration unites two visionary artisans in a dialogue of flavor, tradition, and time, offering an immersive experience that celebrates both memory and transformation.
