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September – October, 2012Issue No.30
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CONTENTS
6 TOP RESTAURANTS
8 99 Restaurant & BarInternational
10 Amber RoomFinePolish
12 Atelier AmaroPolishforthe21stcentury
13 A. BlikleCafebrasserie
14 Banja LukaBalkancuisine
15 Butchery and WineSteaksandFineWine
16 BelvedereInternationalwithPolish
18 Delicja PolskaPolish
19 DowtownFineSteakhouse
20 Concept 13International
22 Ferdy’sInternational
24 Folk GospodaPolishtraditional
25 Oberża Pod Czerwonym WieprzemPolishtraditional
26 Joseph’s Wine & FoodFushionandWine
28 L’ArcFrench
29 La RotisserieInternational
30 Le CedreFineLebanese
31 MarconiInternational
32 Merliniego 5International
33 PlatterPolish
34 White SushiInternational
35 TrylogiaPolish,Pan-European
36 Słodki... SłonyDessertsandPolish
38 Tamka 43International/Molecular
40 Tomo SushiAsian
42 U FukieraPolish
44 Venti-treItalian,Intrnational
45 Vinoteka La BodegaSpanish,Pan-EuropeanandWine
46 You & MeInternationalFoodandBar
50 TOP ESSENTIALS
52 Klinika Ambroziak EstheticMedicine
53 Villa NovaDentalcare
54 Dr SzczytPlasticSurgery
56 MedicoverHealthprovider,Hospital
59 Boutique MontblancWritinginstruments,leather,watches
63 LewanowiczArtisticjewelry
65 MokobelleModernJewelry
66 Joseph’s Wine & FoodFushionandWine
67 La Casa Del HabanoCigarsandTopLiquors
68 AutodirectBuycarsviainternet
70 TOP EDUCATION
72 American School of Warsaw
74 Canadian School
76 International American School
78 Warsaw Montessori School
79 Little GYM
80 TOP HOTELS
81 Radisson82 The Bonerowski Palace83 Hilton Garden84 Holiday Inn85 Rubinstein Residence
86 TOP CULTURE
88 National Museum Warsaw89 Polish National Opera90 The 55th Warsaw Autumn91 Cultural Interest94 Important Information95 City Map
Pure Sky Club ,aprivatemembersbusinessclub,islocatedonthe22ndflooroftheSkylightBuilding,intheheartofthecentralbusinessdistrictofWarsaw.WithunrivalledpanoramicviewsoftheWarsawskyline,PureSkyClubopeneditsdoorstomembersinNovember2010andoffers:•Anenvironmentwhereonecanmakecontacts,createnewnetworks,broadenopportunities,inanexclusivemembers-onlyvenuethatissimplytheheightofluxury,withtopclassservice.
•Awell-roundedmixofover1800membersincludingWarsaw’stopmostprestigiousbusinessleaders,CEOsandtopmanagementofglobalbanks,largecorporationsandbusinesses,simultane-
ouslywithsmallbusinessmanagersandself-employedexecutivesWarsaw’spremiernetworkingclubregularnetworkingeventsandbusi-nessmixers,aimedatvarioussectors.Wellattendedeventsprovidetheidealenvironmenttomakecrucialbusinessconnections.PureSkyClubFacilities:
•Topratedrestaurant–ChefPatron,PawelMichalowski–wastrainedbyGordonRamsayintheUKpriortojoiningheretocreateaspectacularmenu•Businessfriendlybarandrelaxing coffeeloungewithatrulyuniquedesignincorporatingaspiralstaircasethatleadstomezzanineprivatebooth
•8uniquelydesignedmeetingrooms,eachofvaryingsizeanddécor;theroomscanbookedforameetingfor4people,aprivatediningroomfor18people,oraconferencefor120people•Eventorganization,withevenaspeciallydesignedconferenceandbanquetroomforupto200people•Privatecinemawithluxuriousleatherseatsandastateoftheartprojectorandscreen
•OutstandingSpacompletewithhairdressingsalon,massage/therapy roomsandtheonlysaunawithatrulyamazingviewofthecityMembershipSpecifics:•15%offrestaurantandbarpurchas-
es,20%offmeetingroomhire.•Freedailycontinentalbreakfast•Freehousewineeveryeveningbe tween5pmand7pm•InvitationstoWarsaw’smostprestigiousevents•Regularnetworkingevents•Conciergeservice
ForafulltourofthePureSkyClubfacilitiesandservicespleasecontactthereceptiononthenumberbelowtoarrangeanappointment.PureSkyClubZłota59,Warsawphone:+48222501111www.pureskyclub.com
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NAZWA RESTAURACJI
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NAZWA RESTAURACJI
99Restaurant&BarAlejaJanaPawłaII23
Warsaw00-854phone:+48226201999www.restaurant99.com
99 RESTAURANT & BAR
If longevity is an indication of roaringsuccess, then 99 has clearly made it,especiallyintheverycompetitiveculinaryenvironmentthatnowpervadesWarsaw’sgastronomic landscape. Located inthe center of Warsaw, with the easeof underground parking this place hasbecomethechoicenotonlyoftheleadingcitizenry,butalsooftheinternationalset—expatriates and business people whohavemade this place a regular favoritefor both work reasons and pleasure.Dishes are sure to delight from the firstbitetothelast;thisisPolishcuisinewitha modern interpretation, combined andfusedwithelementsofculinaryart fromtheworld’s leading cuisines.Opendailyfor breakfast, lunch and dinner, there isthe broadcasting of live sporting eventsaswell for thosewith that inclination.Agreatplaceindeedtospendqualitytimewithfriendsandcolleagues!
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NAZWA RESTAURACJIAMBER ROOM RESTAURANT
Amber Room is located within SobańskiPalace, an architectural gem on one ofthe most beautiful streets in Warsaw.Part of the Polish Business RoundtableClub,thevisionarybehindthis isthe lateMr. Jan Wejchert. A spacious settingspellsclass;theessencehereismodernPolish, with items such as the foie grasmarinated inMadeirawith figs; the duckbreastwith creamycarrots and figs; andthe chocolate fondant with cheesecake.The restaurant has proven itself at the“Wine and Food Noble Night” culinarycompetition organized annually inWarsaw;initsfirstentryin2010itwoninallthreecategories!RecommendedbytheMichelinGuide 2011and2012, it is onlyoneoftworestaurantsinthecitytohavereceived Michelin’s 4 Forks and Spoonscategorizing it as a luxurious restaurant!Note: An outstanding 3-courseBusinessLunchispricedatjust79PLNperperson.
AmberRoomRestaurantAlejeUjazdowskie13
Warsaw00-567phone:+48225236664
www.kprb.pl/amber
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NAZWA RESTAURACJIATELIER AMARO RESTAURANT
CongratulationstoAtelierAmaroforbeingawardedMichelin’sRisingStar, a first inPoland!LocatedinWarsaw’sheart,intheparkofUjazdowskiCastle,AtelierAmarois theculinaryworkshopwhereWojciechModest Amaro is poised to get the firstMichelinstarinPoland!Ratedbymanyasoneoftheforemostchefsinthispartoftheworld,he inspireswithhis interpretationswhich he labels as Polish for the 21stcentury. Based on his latest innovationsusing select, local products, drawinginspiration from nature, Atelier Amaro isindeedaplacewhere talent,nature,andscienceallconvergetoproduceaculinarythrillwhichisunique.Amarohimselfistherecipientofseveralawards;hislatestbookwasranked4th in theworld in theWorldCookBookAwards,andwastheonlyPoleinvitedtotherecentexclusiveeventCookitRawPoland,whichbrings together thebestchefsintheworld.
AtelierAMARORestaurantAgrykola1,Warsaw00-460phone:+48226285747www.atelieramaro.pl
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NAZWA RESTAURACJIA. BLIKLE RESTAURANT
IfthereisafamousPolishcaféthatdefineshistorythenoneneedstovisitA.Blikle,inexistencesince1869.Nowadays,moreofacafecumbrasserie,thisinstitutionwhichhasbeen runby theBlikle family forfivegenerations offers a synthesis betweenPolishandFrenchcuisine.Whileits“caféaspect”needsnointroductionwithitswidespectrum of offerings- desserts, famousdonuts, cheesecake with raspberry,fine coffees and teas, its brasserie isdemonstrating the same sense in itsfood offering. The mushroom soup withdumplings; the wheat and buckwheatpancakes servedwith salmon, caviar, orherring; the foie gras with gingerbread;duck in various recipe formulations andtheSt.Jacobmusselsaregoodselections.WithbreakfastservedalldayincludingtheRussian breakfast with champagne andcaviar,A.Bliklealwayslivesuptoaqualityexperience.
A.BlikleRestaurantNowyŚwiat33,Warsaw00-029
phone:+48228266450www.blikle.pl
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BUTCHERY & WINE RESTAURANT
Butchery&WinehasbecometheonlyrestaurantinPolandtobeawardedtheMichelinBibGourmand,which impliesgood value for money and whichrepresents a favorite of the MichelinGuides. Speaking to owner DanielPawelek it isabundantly clear thathisobjective is forButchery&Wine tobeknown as a place in Warsaw’s centerwhere guests can enjoy outstandingfoodfromathankfullyshortmenu—thisaspect is extremely uncommon andintelligent.Appetizersanddishessuchas the roast bone marrow, a classic;seared scallops with boudin noir;Bavette steak with shallots; and cotedeboeuf,areall outstanding,perhapsto be followed by dessert such as thespiced pear and apple crumble withvanilla ice-cream. A comprehensivewine list, and friendly service makeButchery&Wineatopselection!
Butchery&WineRestaurantŻurawia22,Warsaw00-515
phone:+48225023118www.butcheryandwine.pl
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NAZWA RESTAURACJIBELVEDERE RESTAURANT
Stylishandelegant,RestaurantBelvedereis one of the more original culinaryspotsinWarsaw,locatedinthebeautifulOrangery at the Royal Łazienki Park.Chef Adam Komar brings interestingculinarydetailsand twists to traditionalPolish fare, giving his menu a stronginternationalandpan–Europeanappeal.The charm of 150-year-old architecturecombined with modern fabulous décoroftheglasspavilioncreatesanintimate,unique atmospherewhich allows one tobreakawayfromthehustleandbustle.Aplacevaluedovertheyearsbydiplomats,businessmen, by the cultural icons andthe literati, Belvedere is on the list ofhighly recommended restaurants of theMICHELINGUIDE.Thisisaperfectplaceforromanticdinners,familycelebrations,formalbusinessmeetings,andevenforcorporateeventsforupto300people.Aclassactonallfronts!
BelvedereRestaurantInTheRoyalŁazienkiPark
Agrykoli1St.,Warsaw00-460(entranceandfreeparkinglot
fromParkowaSt.)+48225586700+48606102002
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DELICJA POLSKA RESTAURANT
DelicjaPolskaRestaurantKrakowskiePrzedmieście45Warsaw00-071phone:+48228264770e-mail:[email protected]
Delicja Polska located on KrakowskiePrzedmieście,themainstreetinWarsaw’scenter, is indeed a unique place fortraditional Polish cuisine. The offeringsare brimful of flavors and aromas thatonly come with authenticity and with thestrict emphasis on fresh locally sourcedingredients. Items on the well-thought-through menu include chopped sirlointartar, home-made “pierogi” dumplings,roastduckwithapples,andvariedPolishdishes made with game, fish and wildmushrooms. Apart from the fixed menu,therestaurantoffersdisheswhichvarywiththeseasons.Theextensivewine list fromacrosstheworldenablesanappropriatelymatched selection with the ordered dish.Anelegantatmospherewithflower-deckedinteriors, and a professional staff thatimpresses with their impeccable servicemakesDelicjaPolskatheplacewhereoneisalwayshappycomingbackto!
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DOWNTOWN RESTAURANT
DowntownRestaurantinInterContinentalHotel
EmiliiPlater49,Warsaw00-125phone:+48223288888
fax:+48223288889e-mail:[email protected]
DowntownRestaurantandSteakhouse,is finallyconveying inclear termswhatit means tobeagenuinesteakplace.Thisimpliesadiningexperiencedefinedby an elegant simplicity, honesty andwarmth. There are no complicatedrecipes or distractions; instead theemphasis is on fine, fresh ingredientssimply allowing their purity and naturalflavors to emerge and impress thepalate. The steak menu, with itstopmost-qualityofmeatcutsandclassicsteakhouse techniques, is inspiring;the Charoluxe tenderloin with orange-whiskeysauceisanexample!Ofcoursefresh fish, seafood, poultry, and lambareallavailable ingrilledperfectionforthose who seek alternatives. A vibrantatmosphere, an extensive wine andcocktaillist,andanattentivestaffmakefor an outstanding experience. A bigwelcomeawaitsoneDowntown!
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NAZWA RESTAURACJICONCEPT 13 RESTAURANT
Concept 13, located within VitkAc, thesplendidly designed new shoppingcomplex in Warsaw’s center is doingas much for culinary contentment asthe entire premises is contributing tothe world of fashion and style. Theinterior with dark gloss combined withrawness of wood defines its cutting-edge modern intention, and reflects onthe culinary direction of the place—amodern international menu suffusedwith elements of tradition that makesthe gastronomic idea well rounded andcomplete.Withanopenkitchenatitscore,Concept 13 inspires with preparationsuch as the teppanyaki— a great formof Kitchen Theater, and an outstandingselectionofgrilledsteaksandsalads.Allthismaybeaccompaniedbyaselectionfromanextensivewinelist.Concept13isindeedthatspecialideawhichwasoncesoughtandnowhasfinallycometobe!
Concept13RestaurantBracka9,Warsaw00-501phone:+48223107373
www.vitkac.com
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NAZWA RESTAURACJI@FERDY’S RESTAURANT
An inspired tribute to the life of Poland’s20th century author Witold Gombrowicz,Ferdy’s derives its name from his1937 novel, Ferdydurke. Chef DariuszZachoraski’s menu is international withPolishaccentsfollowingtheauthor’sPolishorigin and his travels in South America,Argentina, and France. Selections suchas the cold, creamy red beetroot soupwith yoghurt; black tiger prawns andscallops ceviche; dried pork loin withrowan aromatized vodka; oven-roastedcodmedallionservedwithcreamofbroadbeans with mint, are all outstanding. Animpressivewinelistiswellmatchedtothemenu, andwithawell stockedbar andaspecialloungearea,@Ferdy’shasbecomea place for both casual, as well as for atop-notchculinaryexperience.Avaluabletestimonyistherestaurant’spatronagebybusiness executives, diplomats, and thecity’sintellectualcrowd!
@Ferdy’sRestaurantinRadissonBluCentrumHotel
Grzybowska24,Warsaw00-132phone:+48223218822
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NAZWA RESTAURACJIFOLK GOSPODA RESTAURANT
FolkGospodaRestaurantWaliców13Warsaw00-865phone:+48228901605www.folkgospoda.pl
ThewordGospodameans“inn”,atypicalplacewhereover thecenturiesdifferentfolks melded cultures to produce bothculinaryaswellassocialtraditions.FolkGospodareflectsthishistoryinitswarmlyilluminedwoodeninteriors,sturdybenchseating, and live folkmusic and dancesperformed by vividly costumed Polishhighlanders; the mind is most definitelytransportedtoanagequicklypassingusby. The menu of course is replete withcountry wholesomeness. Appetizerssuch as highlanders’ style oscypek, orsmokedsheep’scheese from thePolishmountains,servedwithcranberry;pierogiwith variousfillings;anddishessuchasthe roasted pork with garlic and plums,arealltruetotheirflavorfultradition.Highprofile guests from all walks of life areoften spotted here, and this is indeedaplacewhichdelivers tradition,wonderfulfood,andgreatfun!
Polishvillageintheheartofcity
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OberżaPodCzerwonymWieprzem,ortheInnUnder theRedHoghasas its themethe country’s communist period, with thevenueitselfhavinginitshistoryservedasadiningestablishmentforthetopcommunisthonchos during the era. The walls arereplete with portraits of old communists,and the dishes have names such asDelicaciesofthePolishPeople’sRepublic,aselectionofpate, luncheonmeat,bloodsausage, and kiełbasa; varied pierogi“made from rationed flour”; and Balticherringandgamepateforthe“Dignitariesand Bourgeoisie”. But humor aside, thisis Polish cuisine in fact at its very best,with main dishes that are outstanding--examples include the oven roasted duck,served with cherry sauce, roasted apple,andbeetroot.Thisisindeedanintelligent,heart-warming interpretation of a not-so-light-heartedepisode in thehistoryof thisnationandoftheworld!
OBERZA POD CZERWONYM WIEPRZEM
OberżaPodCzerwonymWieprzemRestaurant
Żelazna68,Warsaw00-866phone:+48228503144www.czerwonywieprz.pl
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JOSEPH’S WINE & FOOD RESTAURANT
Joseph Seeletso, the founder andcelebrity chef owner of Joseph’s Wine&Foodwasborn inBotswanawhereheinheritedtheideaofgastronomyfromhisfather.Hisfirstjobat19inthekitchenofthe Sheraton Hotel there was intense.In1998hegraduated fromWestminsterCollege in London with honors andreceived the Professional Chef’sDiploma.At theClaridge’s inLondonheacquired further skills under ExecutiveChef John Williams. His Poland phasebeganinKrakowin1998,blendingAfricancuisinewithinternationalculinarythemesproducinghis‘heavenlycombinations’.ATVstarinPolandinhisownright,Josephwasinvitedin2010byCNNtoshowcasePoland in the distinguished company ofProfessor Norman Davies. Botswanawas where he started exploring theworld of wine, giving him endless ideasof combinations of dishes and wine.
Joseph’sWine&FoodDuchnicka3,Warsaw01-796phone:+48223202988,+48501491396www.josephwinebar.plwww.josephseeletso.com
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He has represented Botswana duringinternationaltradeshowsinOrlandoin2005andTokyoin2006,andfliesbacktoBotswanaregularlytopreparePresidentialstatedinners.Hisoutstanding restaurantandwinebar isnow the place to be inWarsawwhere hisinnovationsofdifferent foodsarepreparedinanopenkitchenformat.Thelocationofaformerfactory,awinebarwithperhapsthelongestlistofwinesintheentirecity,awine
store,allprovideanoutstandingatmosphere.Culinary creativity is experienced in flavor-packed itemssuchas the tuna tartare; themarinated duck breastwith carrotmousseand sugar peas; and Pandanus moussefor dessert. Joseph’s Wine & Food is atop choice indeed!Please note: From September the restaurant opens on Sunday during 12.00-16.30, offering special family lunch.
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L’ARC RESTAURANT
Topdiningexperienceindeedhasarrivedin the heart of Warsaw with FrenchrestaurantL’Arc.Thisisthefruitoflaboronthepartoftheownerswhohavestrivenintenselytocreateauniqueandmodernrestaurantwhereguestscanexperienceits refined yet simple elegance, andpartake of amenu that offers top classgastronomy at reasonable prices. Theculinary seriousness is apparent asone enters with white-apron waiterseager to describe a wonderful menurepletewithawideselectionofseafood,meats, and salads. The St. Jacquesscallopswith therisotto, forexample, isanexcellentstarter,thetastingofwhichwill immediately put the culinary meritof the place in context.Where there iseffort, the resultsshow;notsurprisinglythereisanoutstandingblendofawealthof flavors and an atmosphere whichdelightsatalllevelsatL‘Arc!
L’ArcVarsovieRestaurantPuławska16,Warsaw02-512phone:+48602822007(forenglishandfrenchspeakers)phone:+48519000050(forenglishandfrenchspeakers)
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NAZWA RESTAURACJI
LaRotisserieislocatedinanarchitecturalgem that aptly matches its own standingasanestablishedstarinthiscity’sculinaryfirmament. Thevenue, thesuperelegantMamaison Hotel Le Régina, stands withrestored grandeur in a magical part ofWarsaw’shistoricalOldTown.ChefPawełOszczykisfaithfultohistraininginclassicalcookingandSommelierAndrzejStrzelczyk,takes special care that one’s selection ofwine is nothing less than perfect. A newseason-inspiredmenuhasdishessuchasthescallopsaladwithpineappleandThaibasil; the baked fillet of trout with fenneland saffron essence; and the roastedrackofWelsh lamb,with tomato,arugula,andgoatcheeserisotto.Withoutstandingdessertssuchas the rhubarbparfaitwithstrawberry and Moscato d’Asti, cheese,and elderflower sherbet, La Rotisserie isperhapsthespecialexperienceonealwaysyearnsfor!
LA ROTISSERIE RESTAURANT
LaRotisserieRestaurantinMamaisonHotelLeRéginaKościelna12,Warsaw00-218
phone:+48225316000www.mamaison.com/leregina
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LE CEDRE RESTAURANT
The salient fact about Lebanese cuisineis that it is truly Mediterranean, withhealthfulingredientsandpreparationsthatemphasizetheuseoffreshingredients.LeCedre is the only Lebanese purveyor inPolandofitsclass,witha15-yearhistoryatAlejaSolidarności61,andnowanewerbranchatAlejaSolidarności84,which islocatedclosertothecitycenter.Afavoriteof the city’s corporate bigwigs, it is alsofor the experiencing of a fine, delicatecuisinewithfamilyandfriends.ThemenuisrepletewithLebaneseclassicssuchasanarrayofcoldandwarmmezze--smalldisheswithincredibleflavorsandtextures,and which include refreshing saladssuch as the tabbouleh and fattoush,togetherwithdipssuchashummus,andbabaghanoush. With Lebanese wineson the menu, ingredients flown in fromLebanon, LeCedre (both of them) are aclassactthroughandthrough!
LeCedreRestaurantAl.Solidarności61phone:226701166Al.Solidarności84phone:[email protected]
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NAZWA RESTAURACJI
MarconiRestaurantKrakowskiePrzedmieście42/44
Warsaw00-325phone:+48225511832
www.lemeridien.pl
MARCONI RESTAURANT
Thenameof the restaurantderives fromWładysław Marconi, a Pole of ItaliandescentandthemainarchitectoftheBristolHotelconstructedin1901.Aninternationalcuisinewith awhole spectrum of dishesisserved,rangingfromsimplesaladstothe breast of guinea-fowl accompaniedwith risotto flavoredwith truffles; variousmeatandfishdishes;deliciousdesserts;and of course a rich collection ofwines.The restaurant is immensely popular forits outstanding brunch, perhaps the bestintown,offeredbetween12.30pmto4.30pm.Greatforbusinesslunchaswell,thelunchmenu offers classic Italian dishes,pasta, salads, fish andmeat; and a richassortmentofcoldsnacks.Polishvodka,agoodselectionofwine,beer,andnon-alcoholic drinks can be enjoyed in thepicturesquepatiowithdishes thatdeliveranoteofinnovationwithdueregardtotheseason!
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MERLINIEGO 5 RESTAURANT
Merliniego5RestaurantMerliniego5,Warsaw02-511phone:+48226460810 +48226460849www.merliniego5.pl
Simply named after its street address,Merliniego5isquicklycreatingripplesintheculinarylandscapeofWarsaw.ThisiswherethepassionofrestaurateurAndrzejRudnicki-Sipayłło has come alive to thegreat acclaim of connoisseurs. Offeringan international menu, Merliniego 5specializes in seafood with outstandingmussels, shrimp, and scallops; BlackAngus, USDA prime beef steaks, thewagyu kobe steak, and traditional Polishdishesaswell.Thebaronthegroundflooris perfect for a quick drink or bite, whilethemaindiningareasallowforgroupsaslargeas50—corporateget-togethersherearearegularity!AndsommelierSławomirKojłomakesselectionofwinesseemeasywithawidelistofwineshailingfromallofthemajorwinecountriesaswellasfromproducerssuchasTorres,RothschildandFrescobaldi. Merliniego 5 indeed couldverywellbethestaronehaswaitedfor!
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PLATTER RESTAURANT
PlatterRestaurantinInterContinentalHotel
EmiliiPlater49,Warsaw00-125phone:+48223288888
fax:+48223288889e-mail:[email protected]
Iffoodisanartform,thereisnobetterproofofthisthanatPlatter!Afterall,artisallaboutarrangingelements insuchways so as to stimulate the senses,andinvokeimageriesandthoughtsthattransforms us in immeasurable ways.Chef Karol Okrasa achieves this withflavors which gush forth with warmmemories of childhood, a sense offun, and an invitation to simply derivepleasure from food.Platter’s originalityreflects Karol Okrasa’s passion forcreating a fresh and healthy Polishmenu,servedwithacontemporarytwist.Andnotwith theall-pervasive,clichéd,heartlesstwist,butdrawinginsteadfromthe flavorful memories of Karol’s ownchildhood: every ingredient is natural,each element is authentic, and everyflavor emanates as if straight from theheart.Thisisculinaryachievementatitsbest,tobetriedandcherished!
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WHITE SUSHI RESTAURANT
Newly opened White Sushi locatedon Warsaw’s prestigious KrakowskiePrzedmieście a few steps from thePresidentialPalace,isredefiningthewaya sushi restaurant is perceived. Goneis the forced superimposition of faux-Japanese interiors thatactuallydistractfromthecontentofone’splate.Here,asthenamesuggests,thereisthepristinebackdrop of a white interior, where themindgetsacleanslate tosimplysavorand judge the immense quality of theofferings here. The delicious salmontartar, salad with shrimp and avocado,and of course a refined array of finesashimi and sushi are a treat for tworeasons—the skill of he sushi mastersbehind the counter and the quality ofingredients as far as freshness andappropriate cuts are concerned. WhiteSushi stands ready to satisfy on alllevels!JanSmereczyńskiinvites!
WhiteSushiKrakowskiePrzedmieście29Warsaw00-071phone:+48224688100www.whitesushi.pl
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TRYLOGIA CAFE RESTAURANT
TrylogiaRestaurantisperhapssonamedasitoffersatrilogyofmesmerizingfood,an elegant ambience, and outstandingservice. Celebrity chef Pawel Rak isat the helm of culinary affairs here. Hismantraisversatilitywithhisinternationalmenuspanningtheglobe,fromseasonalPolish delicacies to pan-Europeanspecialties, and even sushi! The lunchbuffetsiscomprehensive,idealforthosewho may be strapped for time. Aroundlocal holidays, Chef Rak brings to theforetraditionalPolishdishessuchastheroast duck with apples and dumplings.For dessert, the crème brûlée withspicedwarmplumsflavoredservedwithvanilla icecream, isalwaysspecial.Anoutstandingbarwitharangeofalcoholicbeverages and cocktails makes it evenmorecompellingforbusinessaswellassocial get-togethers. A warm welcomeawaitsoneatTrylogia!
TrylogiaCafeRestaurantinRadissonBluSobieskiHotel
PlacArturaZawiszy1Warsaw02-025
phone:+48225791008
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NAZWA RESTAURACJISŁODKI...SŁONY RESTAURANT & CAFÉ
Located on swanky Mokotowska Street,Słodki... Słony, pronounced “swodkey,swoneh” (andwhich translates to Sweet,Salty), is Poland’s top restaurateur andculinarygeniusMagdaGessler’simmenseimagination coming together to producegastronomic art of highorder.Passion isclearly evident here with over 60 kindsof desserts, cakes, and pastries on themenu;whatisdifferenthereisthatrecipesare 100% natural and date back over acentury.Notsurprisinglysweetswereevensent toPopeJohnPaul IIat theVatican!Just as “Słodki” caters to the sweeteraspectsoflife,“Słony”caterstothesalted,with items such as the caviar servedon toast with egg and lemon, salmonin a marinade of green lemon and dill,alongside good old Polish bigos as well.Amarriageofimmenseflavors,traditions,andanenrapturingambiencemakes thisplaceasweetWarsawexperienceindeed!
Słodki...SłonyRestaurant&CaféMokotowska45,Warsaw00-551
phone:+48226224934www.slodki-slony.pl
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NAZWA RESTAURACJITAMKA 43 RESTAURANT
LocatedwithinthesamepremisesastheChopinMuseum,Tamka43hasbecomethe city’s new culinary icon; the reasonis owner Paweł Kwiatkowski and ChefRobert Trzópekwhosework experienceincludesNOMAandElBulli,restaurantsrated#1and#2intheworld!WhatTamka43offersiscompletelydifferentfarewithits surprising combination of flavorsand Sous-Vide cuisine. Described asmolecular cuisine, the dishes here areanart form retainingmostorall of theirnutritionalvalue.Themenu isshortandchanges frequently to reflect only freshand seasonal Polish and Europeanproducts. The selection of wines withone’sorderisbestlefttothefineexpertiseof the staff who know what goes withthe refined flavors of the food. This isindeed a place which Warsaw is proudof;amodernrestaurantrepresentingtheworld’stopculinarystandards!
Tamka43RestaurantTamka43,Warsaw00-355phone:+48224416234
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NAZWA RESTAURACJITOMO SUSHI RESTAURANT
TomoSushistandstallamongstWarsaw’scrowded culinary scene, largely due to afew unassailable features—great quality,authenticity, and an easy welcomingatmosphere. It has proven itself withcreativity which is evident here at alllevels. The menu has been put togetherwith a clear thought to impress that thisis no ordinary sushi place with itemssuchas theGyutataki,slicesof rawbeefservedwithshichimisauce,grateddaikon,freshginger, onionsandgreens; and theShiromi Usuzukuri which is thinly slicedcarpaccio of fresh white fish with lemonbasedponzu sauce.The tuna steakwithmustardsauce;thechickenteriyakiareallequally wonderful. The vision of Tomo’sco-ownerAndrzejPankiewiczistoimpartamemorableexperience;theword“Tomo”inJapaneseimpliesfriendship,andthisistheplacetoenjoycompanyinthepresenceofoutstandingculinarycreations!
TomoSushiRestaurantKrucza16/22,Warsaw00-526
phone:+48224342344reservations:+48508122212
Morska9,Sopot81-764phone:+48585505011
reservations:+48510091701www.tomo.pl
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NAZWA RESTAURACJIU FUKIERA RESTAURANT
U Fukiera, is a townhouse restaurantthat has indeed become an ornamentin Warsaw’s Old Town Square. MagdaGessler’s signature is everywhere, fromfresh flowers, antiques, and art, to theexcellent culinary experience. MagdaGesslerhad thevisionoverfifteenyearsago to present that what Poland had tooffer in terms of style, and remarkableculinarytraditionscouldrivalandsurpassany other. Much of what appears onthe table is what she learned from hergrandmother with dishes such as thebaked carp with porcini mushrooms andcream;andwhitesausagewithhoneyandonionjam.Withafarreachingreputationboth domestically and internationally, itsguestlistboastsmanyvisitingdignitaries.UltimatelywhatstandsoutatUFukieraisthedistinctphilosophythatallguestshereare A-list celebrities—to be fed, treated,andlookedafterassuch!
UFukieraRestaurantRynekStaregoMiasta27
Warsaw00-272phone:+48228311013
www.ufukiera.pl
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VENTI TRE RESTAURANT
Venti-treRestaurantatHyattRegencyWarsawBelwederska23,Warsaw00-761phone:+48225581094
Venti-tre, the Italian/International restaurantlocatedat theHyattRegency inWarsawoffers a delightful experience with fineflavors-Italianantipasti,awideselectionof fresh fish and seafood, pastas andrisottos, and grilled meats. CurrentlybeeffromPolandisthehighlight,withthemenu offering the richness of the finestbeef from the area of Jura Krakowsko-Częstochowska. The enthralling steakmenu includes grilled tenderloin, NewYorkstrip,andtheclassicribeyecut;allaccompanied by home-style sauces andchutneys. Allof thisgoeswithfinewinefrom a glass-enclosed winery with animpressive array of European and NewWorld vintages.TheSundayBrunchhasbecomeamainstayformanybringingtheirfamilies and friends including childrenwho are entertained in the fun-filledKids Corner. Venti-tre is an outstandingexperienceindeed!
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VINOTEKA LA BODEGA RESTAURANT
VinotekaLaBodegaRestaurantNowyŚwiat6/12,Warsaw00-400
phone:+48227454610www.vinoteka.pl
Conveniently located in Warsaw’sprestigious street Nowy Swiat, is LaBodega.Thenamemeans“warehouseofwines”andthisimageryisfullyjustifiedasitisapartofthecity’smostsuccessfulwinestore,VinotekaLaBodega.Havingmadeasubstantialmarkonthegastronomicmapofthecity,therestaurantisoutstandingforthoseseekingaMediterraneanbent;herethe accent is largely Spanish with itemson themenusuchasPaellaValenciana;fabada, a rich bean stew; chistorra witholive oil and rosemary; and a variety ofoutstanding meats, fish, and seafood.There are Polish lunches each day aswell.Customerspayonlyasmall,corkingfee to get wine straight from the winestore,providingineffectawinelistwhichis second to none! During summer, thepati offers wonderful products from thegrill,chilledbeer,andthesimpleabilitytojustrelaxandenjoy!
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YOU & ME RESTAURANT
You&MeRestaurantŻurawia6/12,Warsaw00-503phone:[email protected]
You&Me, located in the city center isaunique two- level restaurant andbarwhich over the last half decade hascarved a permanent niche for itself inWarsaw’s social landscape. This is aplace that offers versatility above all.The restaurant serves an internationalmenu largely inspired by classic pan-European and Polish cuisines. Thekitchen emphasizes the use of freshandnaturalproducts,qualityherbsandspices, and an absolute avoidance ofingredientsthatcomefilledwithchemicalpreservatives. The atmosphere hereis conducive for business, as it is fora social tête à tête. The bar of courseoffers perfect cocktails, spirits, andwines selected from across the globefor Warsaw’s cosmopolitan audience.The bar staff prides itself for creatinga drinks menu marked by innovation,perfectperhapsforYou&Me!
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KLINIKA AMBROZIAK ESTEDERM
KlinikaAmbroziakEstedermAlejaGen.W.Sikorskiego13Warsaw02-758phone:+48221115005+48726101000www.klinikaambroziak.plrecepcja@klinikaambroziak.pl
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“Beautyallyearround”isperhapsthemottoof Ambroziak Estederm Clinic createdby Joanna Ambroziak and Dr. MarcinAmbroziak. This wondrous clinic is animmense,strikingsettinginitselfwhereworld-classexperiencecomespackagedtogetherwith a full range of procedures includingcosmetic dermatology, cosmetology anddermato-surgery. Cutting-edge equipmentand technology is appropriately used;3D imagery, for example, is employed toforesee the resultofproceduresevenpriorto surgery! Dr. Marcin Ambroziak, whospecializesinaestheticdermatology,andhisentireteamconstantlyimprovetheirskillsbyparticipatingintrainingsessionsaroundtheworld. Affiliated with the prestigious PolishAssociationofDermatology,theAssociationof Aesthetic Dermatologists, ESCAD, andthe European Society for DermatologicalResearch, the focus here is total patientsatisfactionandsafety.
Located in Warsaw’s elegant enclaveof Wilanów, one of the foremost dentalclinics, Villa Nova offers unsurpassedcare by its team of experiencedspecialists.Itisinaspecialcategoryverymuchitsownwithitsuseoftop-of-the-linetechnology,therapeutics,anddiagnosticswhich help remedy the most difficultdental situations. Within a clinic spacewhichcouldverywell bemistaken foraspa,themaximofconservativedentistryis applied; what comes foremost is theprevention and treatment to preservewhat one has to themaximum possibleextent. The specialization of Villa Novaofcourseisaestheticdentistry,indicatedby the fact thatmany topcelebritiesareregulars here. Services include dentalsurgery, implantology, prosthetics,endodontics, orthodontics, children’sdentistry, prevention, periodontics, andradiology.Averyspecialplaceindeed!
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VILLA NOVA DENTAL CLINIC
VillaNovaDentalClinicMarconich3,Warsaw02-954
phone:+48226516622602507707
www.villanova.pl
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DR. POTOCKI PLASTIC SURGERY
Dr.KrzysztofPotockiholdsaspecialistdegreein plastic surgery from the Medical Centreof Postgraduate Studies in Warsaw. He isa Member of the Polish Society of Plastic,Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery andcurrently conducts his practice at the Dr.SzczytClinicinWarsaw.Duringthecourseofhisillustriouscareerhehasdevelopedawideexpertiseinareaswhichinclude:
• Flaccideyelidcorrectionandeyebrowlifts•Facelifts• Correctivesurgeriesofthenose, protrudingearsandtornearlobes•Breasttreatmentsincludingenlargementandreductions,thecorrectionof asymmetryandpastbreasttreatments•Gynecomastia•Liposuctionandcorrectionofflaccidabdomenandexcessskinonthighsandarms•Surgicalcorrectionofscarsandtattoos,andtheremovalofskinmolesand pigmentedskintumors
DrKrzysztofPotockiDrSzczytKlinikaChirurgiiPlastycznej
ul.KrólewiczaJakuba37Warsaw02-956
tel.226549060www.drszczyt.pl
www.chirurgia-plastyczna-potocki.com.pl
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BOUTIQUE MONTBLANC
Renowned for its high quality writinginstruments and more recently forextraordinary leather products andwatches,Montblanc’srangehasnowfurtherexpanded to include fine jewellery andeye-wear.Alwaysknown for itsextremelyhighstandards,andknownasapurveyorofexclusiveproductsthatreflectthefinestinclassandtaste,Montblancdifferentiateswith quality, tradition, design, andmastercraftsmanship. This true example of aninternational brand has operations inmore than 70 countries with its productsavailableatselectauthorizedstoresandatover300Montblancboutiquesworldwide.Itspresence inWarsaw reflects thecity’sdesire to be up there with the fashioncapitals of the world, and Montblanc’soutstanding boutiques here in the cityreflect inallmannerwhat thisbrand isallabout.Theyofferadelightfulglimpse intotheentireworldofMontblanc!
BoutiqueMontblancNowyŚwiat6/12,Warsaw00-400
phone:[email protected]
GaleriaMokotowWołoska12,levelI,Warsaw02-675
phone:[email protected]
www.legic.plwww.montblanc.com
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LEWANOWICZ STORE JAWELERY
This second-generation family enterprise,established20 yearsago, is a continuingtradition for current owner and artistdesigner, Ewa Wołk Lewanowicz. Herintenseloveforcolorandformisthedrivingforcebehindherjewelry,whichsheviewsasanartform.Notsurprisinglyshehasgaineda tremendous followingof customersandadmirerswhoare spreadingher fame farandwide.Hermarvelousjewelry,producedin limited editions, becomes the forcefulattributeofextraordinarywomenwhowearit, imparting a sense of self-expressionand dynamism. The Lewanowicz store inZłoteTarasyiswhereonecanfindthenewcollectionsalongwithothertopPolishandinternationalartistswhoseworksareoftenaccompaniedbyopeningexhibitions;alsohereisthenewLewanowiczCafe,whichisacombinationofajewelrystoreandcafe.LewanowiczisalsolocatedinKrakowandZakopane.
LewanowiczStorePlacGrzybowski10/7
ZłoteTarasy,Złota59/44Warsaw00-120
Krupówki29Zakopanewww.lewanowicz.com
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MOKOBELLE JAWELERY
Warsaw’s Mokotowska Street, wellrecognizedasoneof the leadingfashionhavens in the city, has recently beenenrichedbyonenewvitaldestination forfans of modern design jewellery. ThisisMokobelle, a boutiquewhere one canenjoyablyperuseandbuysplendidworkscreatedmainlybyitself,soldunderitsownbrand name, as well as jewellery madebyotheryoungartists.Mokobelle’slovelybeadbraceletsareindeedtherageinthecity, not tomention designer collections,suchasPhilippeAudibertassociatedwiththeworldofmodernglamour,appreciatedbythosewhoarepartofthecontemporarymusic scene, artists such as Beyonce.Giles & Brother, famous for exquisitenecklaces and bracelets, as well ascreations by the famous Rodrigo Otazu,adoredandadornedbycelebritiessuchasKylieMinogue,Madonna,andLadyGaga,areallhereatthisoutstandingboutique!
MokobelleWilcza3(cornerofMokotowska54)Warsaw00-538
phone:+48607073715Boutique:[email protected]
e-store:[email protected]
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JOSEPH’S WINE & FOOD WINE SHOP
Joseph’sWine&FoodDuchnicka3,Warsaw01-796phone:+48223202988www.josephwinebar.pl
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The impressive wine shop at Joseph’sWine & Food offers one of the longestlists of wines in Poland with more than700 labels from around the world. Withcelebrity chef/partner Joseph behind thescenehere,theplaceisgearedtosatisfythe most sophisticated palates. He isextremely proud of this place createdsothatonecanenjoywinetasting in thecompanyofrelativesandfriends.Allthosewhowishtoexperiencetheunforgettableemotions and sensations of fine winecombinedwithfinecuisine,canbuytheirfavoritebottleafter tastingaglassof thesame from the bar at the shop. A winespecialist is always present to assist,but choosing is easy since all wines areavailabletotrybytheglassatthebar.Thewineshopoffershomedeliveriesaswelltothosewhomayrequireit.Anoutstandingwine-buying experience awaits one atJoseph’sWine&Food!
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LA CASA DEL HABANO CIGARS & LIQUORS
If there is one place In Warsaw thathas come to define one’s gentlemanlycredentialsitisbyfarLaCasadelHabano,theonlyhomeofCubancigarsinPoland,where top brands of cigars, fine liquors,singlemaltwhiskies,andselectrumsmeldwith wood paneled interiors and send apowerfulmessage—thatofhavingfinallyarrived with personal achievement andsuccess! A place where regular patronsdefinetheideaofluxury,allofitstopnotchofferingscombineforawonderfullygoodtimewithfriendsandbusinessassociates.Opulently furnished with the comfort ofpadded leather armchairs, relaxation isthemantrawhichmakesthehoursseemlikeashort timeandmakeoneyearningtostay longer.Thegoodnews is thatLaCasaisheretostay,andthere isalwaystomorrowtobehereagain.FreshlyrolledinCuba,yourcigarhasarrivedandwaitstobelitbyyou!
LaCasaDelHabanoNowyŚwiat7,Warsaw00-496
phone:+48790300599 +48224651275
www.lcdh.pl
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AUTODIRECT CAR PURCHASE
Autosalon24.plofferstremendousadvantagesoverconventionalwaysofbuyingcars,whichinclude:
• Significantlybetterpricewithdealershipscompetingtoprovidethehighestdiscountinordertomakethesale;•Clean,transparent,andsecurebusinesspractices—cars are provided by officialauthorizedcardealershipsonlywithbankpayments made directly to the dealer’sbankaccount;
• The widest possible choice betweenvirtuallyallbrandsofcarsandmotorbikes;•Onestopshoppingforfinancing,(credit,leasing) and insurance, and professionaladvice by autosalon24.pl consultantsin identifying what’s most suitable;• Customized requirements delivered tothe doorstep such as winter tires, babyseats,individualleatherinterior,andautospa treatmentssuchasscratch-proofing;• Andfinally lotsof timesavedwhich isperhaps themost important factor today.
On occasion an identified vehicle withthebestdealmay in fact beavailableata dealership in a distant town. In thesecasesautosalon24.plwouldbedelightedin making travel arrangements to getone there to take delivery of one’s newcar, always a thrilling experience madebetterperhapswithasightseeingholidayin a different city!With almost every carandmodel, along with a good choice ofmotorbikes autosalon24.pl is indeed theplace to purchase a new or pre-ownedvehicle. The best possible price andserviceisindeedjustafewcomputerclickswithnorunningaroundandwastingtime.Thankyouautosalon24.pl!
Buy Cars The New, Efficient WayFinally,thecuttingedgewaytopurchasecars, both brand new and pre-owned,has finally arrived in Poland with therecent launch of Autodirect’s new webportal, www.autosalon24.pl. Prospectivecar buyers in the country now virtuallyhave the best of the entire Polish carmarket on their desktop. Says CEO,Mr. Grzegorz Kwiatkowski “Thisbusiness model has been successfullyimplemented in Western Europe. IncountriessuchasSpainorFrancealmost15% of cars are purchased in this way.”
Buy Cars The New, Efficient WayFinally,thecuttingedgewaytopurchasecars, both brand new and pre-owned,has finally arrived in Poland with therecent launch of Autodirect’s new webportal,www.autosalon24.pl.Prospectivecar buyers in the country now virtuallyhave the best of the entire Polish carmarketontheirdesktop.SaysCEO,Mr.Łukasz Gębski “This business modelhas been successfully implemented inWestern Europe. In countries such asSpainorFrancealmost15%ofcarsarepurchasedinthisway.”
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AutodirectSAAl.Jerozolimskie133,16thfloorWarsaw02-304www.autosalon24.pl
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NAZWA RESTAURACJIAMERICAN SCHOOL OF WARSAW
Open arms and a welcoming smile aretrademarks of the American School ofWarsaw (ASW), where children fromover 45 countries receive a world-classeducation.Withoneof thestrongestPK-12 academic programs, the emphasis isoncomputertrainingandtechnology.Thelow teacher-student ratio and specializedprograms such as “English as a SecondLanguage”ensurestudentsuccess.WhilefirmlybasedontheAmericansystem,theschool has broadened its focus with aninternationally experienced and certifiedfaculty. Founded in 1953 and accreditedin 1987 by the European Council ofInternationalSchoolsandtheNewEnglandAssociation of Schools and Colleges,ASW inaugurated a new multi-schoolcomplex in2001,whichfeaturesstate-of-the-artcomputerandsciencelabs,indoorswimming, sound and recording studios,andanall-weathersportsfield.
AmericanSchoolofWarsawBielawa,Warszawska202
Konstancin-Jeziorna05-520phone:+48227028520
www.aswarsaw.org
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CANADIAN SCHOOL
TheCanadianSchoolofWarsaw,alreadyin its 11th year, imparts education frompre-schooltoMiddleandHighSchoolwithtremendous success as indicated by thehighscoresitsstudentsregularlyreceivein nation-wide knowledge competitions.The school’s team of native and non-nativeEnglishspeakingteachersandstaffadheres to bothNorth American aswellasPolish curriculums, allowing students,if theirparentswere to leaveWarsaw, tocontinue theireducation ineithersystemelsewhere.OfferingthePolishMatura,aswell as the International Baccalaureateexam enables senior students theopportunity to study at both Polish andinternational universities. Well-rounded,balanceddevelopment is the focushere,with psychology andphilosophy classes,media workshops, extra-curricularactivitiessuchasphotography,drama,art,IT,andvarioussportsworkshops!
CanadianSchoolofWarsawBełska7
Warsaw02-638phone226469289
www.canadian-school.pl
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Develop your child’s skills and confidence
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The Little Gym® is a place where children aged 4 months to 12 years develop their co-ordination, balance, confidence, listening and social skills whilst having heaps of FUN! Take the first step, and enroll your child today.
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HOTEL RADISSON - WARSAW
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• Radisson Blu Centrum Hotel offers 311 rooms and suites, designed in Maritime, Italian and Scandinavian styles
• Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel offers 435 rooms and suites, including fully equipped modern business-class rooms
• Smoking and accessible rooms are available upon request
• The best breakfast in town as well as fine in-house dining providing traditional and international cuisine will satisfy the varied tastes of our guests
• Flexible conference facilities with space ranging from 588 to 1400 sq. m.
• Free high-speed internet for guests and conference participants
• Up-to-date fitness and spa facilities
• Up to 140 underground parking spaces in each hotel
• “Yes I can!” service attitude will make you feel most welcome
Radisson Blu Centrum Hotel, Grzybowska 24, 00-132 Warszawa tel.: +48 22 321 88 88, fax: +48 22 321 88 [email protected]/hotel-warsaw
Radisson Blu Sobieski Hotel, Plac Zawiszy 1, 00-025 Warszawatel.: +48 22 579 10 00, fax: +48 22 659 88 28 [email protected] radissonblu.com/sobieski-warsaw
Two deluxe hotels in the heart of Warsaw
Radisson Blu Centrum HotelGrzybowska 24, 00-132 Warszawa, PolskaTel: +48 22 321 88 88, Fax: +48 22 321 88 [email protected]/hotel-warsaw
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THE BONEROWSKI PALACE - KRAKOW
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HILTON GARDEN INN - KRAKOW
33 Marii Konopnickiej St, 30-302 CracowTel: 4812 3999 000; Fax: 4812 3999 001e-mail: [email protected] Krakow.hgi.comHGI.com
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The first Hilton Garden Inn in Poland is ideally located in Centre of Kraków only a few minutes’ walk from The Old Town and the Market Square, Jewish District and several famous attractions.
THE NEW 4 STAR HOTEL OFFERS:• 154 MODERN GUEST ROOMS• ADJUSTABLE GARDEN SLEEP SYSTEM™ BEDS• COMPLIMENTARY WIFI IN PUBLIC AREA AND ALL ROOMS• 24-HOUR PAVILION PANTRY™• RESTAURANT, LOBBY BAR AND GLOBE CAFÉ• 4 MEETING ROOMS, 1 BOARD ROOM, 1 INTERVIEW ROOM• COMPLIMENTARY GUEST BUSINESS CENTRE WITH REMOTE PRINTING• EVENING ROOM SERVICE• FITNESS FACILITIES• INDOOR AND OUTDOOR PARKING (SPACE FOR 77 CARS)
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NATIONAL MUSEUM WARSAW
Thisexhibitionat theNationalMuseuminWarsawpresentstheworkofSaraLipska(1882–1973) – a versatile artist, whoexpressed her sensibility in many areasof fine arts. She worked with sculpture,painting,interiordesign,theatricalcostumeanddecorationdesign,fashion,aswellasbookillustration.MostofherlifewasspentinPariswhereshecollaboratedwithSergeDiaghilev and his Ballets Russes in theOpera de Paris; with Helena Rubinstein;with Antoine de Paris, the famoushairdresser;andarchitectAdrienneGorska.Hergreatpassionwasfashiondesign;shecollaboratedwithMaisonMyrborandwithPaul Poiret, and ran a fashion boutiquewithsamplesofherownclothes.Herworkis lesser known in Poland since most ofherworksremaininFrenchmuseumsandprivatecollections.Theexhibitionwillbeanopportunitytolearnaboutherrichcreativity.www.mnw.art.pl19August-4November,2012
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POLISH NATIONAL OPERA
ThisnewballetofBorisEifmandedicatedtolifeofthegreatsculptorAugusteRodinand his apprentice, lover, and museCamille Claudel, conveys the story ofa passionate relationship. For 15 yearsRodinandClaudelhadbeenonecreativebody,andtheirbreakupdealtadeathblowto Camille’s mental health and markedthe beginning of her destruction. Almostforgotten, isolated fromtheoutsideworld,Claudelhadtospendherlifeinamentalasylum,whereshediedin1943,forgottenbyeveryone.Inthisballetaboutthetragicnature of the life of geniuses,Eifman notonlypresentsanewconceptionoftheworldof human passions conveyedwonderfullyby Rodin and Claudel in their works, butalsocreatesamasterpiecededicatedtotheincomprehensiblemysteryoftheprocessofcreation.Thispromisestobeashowwhichwill leave one with a lasting impression.www.teatrwielki.pl 21September,2012
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THE 55th WARSAW AUTUMN
The 55th “Warsaw Autumn” InternationalFestivalofContemporaryMusic,tobeheldSeptember21–29,2012 is titled “WarsawAutumn… with a voice”. It is the onlyfestivalinPolandonaninternationalscaleandwascreatedin1956,duringthethawthatfollowedyearsofStalinistdictatorship.TheFestivalcontinuedwithoutinterruption(with two exceptions) during the entirecommunist era and for many years wasthe only event of this kind inCentral andEastern Europe. The Festival still playsanessentialroleinshapingcontemporaryculture in Poland. One of the festival’smain events will be Inori, a compositionfor dancers and orchestra, written byKarlheinzStockhausen.Theworkfeaturesanumberofgestures,prayers,andrituals,borrowedfrommanyworldculturescloselysynchronizedwithsound,andisanexampleof what will transpire during the event.www.warszawska-jesien.art.pl21-29September,2012
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CULTURAL INTEREST
Copernicus Science CentreCopernicus Science Centre invites you to aplanetarium. In Heaven Copernicus anyonecanseethefullspectrumofstarsoverWarsaw.Everyday,intheglareofurbannightlifeseeonlyatinynumberofthem.Seatedunderthescreennotonlywatchthenightsky,butalsoavarietyoffilms-wecanembarkonajourneytoblackholes,theseavoyagewithCharlesDarwin,oronthemooninthecompanyofSesameStreetcharacters.Foreach, there’ssomethingnice.
www.kopernik.org.plvenue:WybrzeżeKościuszkowskie20phone:+48225964100
TheWarsawRisingMuseum,modern,multimediaandinteractive,islocatedinanoldpowerplant.It opened in 2004 on the 60th anniversary ofthe outbreak of the battle for Warsaw and isa fitting tribute to those residents of Warsawwho died for this capital city. The exhibitionconveys the atmosphere of those horrific dayswithin an area of over 3000 square metersfilledwith1000 items,1500photographs,films,and sound recordings. The history of the dayspreceding the outbreak of the Rising is shownalong with its subsequent stages. Amust see!
www.1944.plvenue:Grzybowska79phone:+48225397905
The mission of the Fryderyk Chopin Museumis to propagate the great composer’s life andworktoawideaudiencebycapturingthesocialconsciousnessofChopin’s identity asauniqueEuropeaninstitution.TheMuseumdeliversahighqualityartisticexperience,withthechoiceonwhattotakeawaydependingontheindividualviewer.Innovative forms of exploration are based oninteractionwiththeaudienceandtheimmediateresponsesby the individual.TheMuseummustnotsimplyberegardedasonlyacentral facilitymade for the Year of Chopin celebrations heldduring 2010; it is first and foremost a nationalinstitution commemorating Fryderyk Chopin.
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