... Opening at the beginning of a pandemic was never going to be easy, but this high-class modern Peruvian restaurant has not just survived but prospered. Sommelier Antonello Nicastri offers what must be one of the most adventurous wine pairings in the entire Netherlands. Ever tried a Dutch Frühburgunder with your ceviche? Or how about a glass of Assyrtiko with a divine dish of grilled mullet?
It’s possible to have a huge amount of fun just by sticking with the by-the-glass list, but the bottle selection is also wide and varied. There are plenty of classics, including exciting grower Champagnes and a clutch of well-chosen Burgundies and Bordeaux. But when there’s also rosé sparkling from Croatia, Criolla reds from South America, and a delicious Furmint from Austria, it’s worth being a bit more adventurous.
This is not a cheap place to eat, but considering the exceptional standard of the cuisine, service, and the wines, it is worth the money.
Simon Woolf