For chef Tino Sinožić, the flavours of Kvarner are both a foundation and a constant source of inspiration. Having grown with Restaurant Navis from its early days, Tino has developed a cuisine that is deeply connected to the Adriatic Sea and the landscape that surrounds it.
Local fish and seafood take centre stage, with Kvarner scampi holding a particularly special place in his kitchen. Tino approaches these exceptional ingredients with precision and restraint, allowing their natural flavours to lead while introducing contemporary techniques and unexpected combinations.
His cooking is distinctly Mediterranean: seasonal, elegant and rooted in its surroundings. Rather than reinventing local cuisine for the sake of innovation, Tino gives familiar flavours a personal expression. The result is a style that feels refined yet authentic – a reflection of Kvarner, the sea and his own evolution as a chef.
“Kvarner gives me everything I need for inspiration. My role as a chef is to respect those ingredients, preserve their character and give them a personal expression on the plate.”
Restaurant Navis
Perched on a cliff above Preluk Bay, with a sweeping view over the Kvarner Bay and the distant horizon, Navis offers its guests an exceptional culinary experience. The setting is truly enchanting: as the palate delights in surprises from the kitchen, the gaze drifts across the sea, the islands, marvelling the ever-changing interplay of light throughout the day.
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