Our shared exploration of the Black Barn universe commences in Transylvania, where the peaks of the Bucegi Mountains meet the white, rugged ridges of Piatra Craiului. Here, in a 130-year-old barn in Tohanu Nou — just a few kilometers from the famous Bran — I chose to bring my purpose as a chef to life. After all, what place could be more fitting than one rich in history and stories?! A place of first culinary experiments, of first tastes.
We have brought together the most renowned craftsmen of the region and restored everything that could be salvaged—beams, bricks… The wood was charred using the shou-sugi-ban technique, and I personally crafted all the decorative elements from birch saplings. But what I am most proud of is the old apricot tree, once the cradle of a genuine childhood, which now accompanies me on every culinary journey I share with my guests.
On my plates, you will discover truffle-infused cheese and other fine dairy products from a local farm, potatoes grown on the surrounding hills, wild duck from Harghita County, and even Black Angus beef sourced from nearby.
The greatest truth I have learned over decades of experience is that taste—and above all, the freshness of quality food—lies in proximity and knowledge: knowing exactly where even the simplest ingredient comes from and bringing it to the plate as quickly as possible.
And what better complements food than a good wine, one that accompanies each dish and enhances its flavors?! For this, sommelier Alexandru Horgoș will guide you with his stories through worlds only he knows, yet eager to be discovered.
A sensory journey where every taste, aroma, and texture harmoniously intertwine to create an unforgettable culinary experience.
A refined gastronomic experience, where every detail is carefully crafted to transform special moments into priceless memories.
Perfect your technique, discover new flavors, and let your passion for gastronomy guide you towards excellence.
