The restaurant has a clean, uncluttered, faintly masculine look that is given warmth by the natural elements incorporated within the design as well as the restful colours and soft lighting in use. Creamy sand-coloured walls, deep-toned wood counters and furnishings and natural grey stone all combine to bring the outdoors inside without the hassle of dealing with stinging insects or the temperamental weather.
One of the most eye-catching features is what is laughingly referred to as the “wall of wine” where full and empty wine bottles seem to hang suspended in neat rows on an enormous wood panel covering the entire wall. Actually, the creation of this illusion lies in the discreet metal holders that support each bottle. Spotlights of different colours add a magical touch.
Visitors will also immediately spot the open kitchen situated along the entire backend of the restaurant. Just a stone-and-wood counter separates guests from the kitchen and the preparation of their food; there are no windows or clear glass barriers blocking them off from the chef. Chef Antonio hopes that this will bring the guests’ more understanding of food preparation and give them a new dimension in their enjoyment of the dish. He certainly welcomes guests to stand at the counter area and watch him and his assistants prepare the food. If you’re lucky, the chef might even be free for little chitchat!