De-a lungul anilor am vizitat mai multe locuri de pe litoralul romanesc, dar recunosc ca foarte putine mi-au ramas in suflet. Sunt pretentioasa cand vine vorba de vacante in general – imi doresc mai mult decat un pat confortabil si o priveliste frumoasa. Caut liniste, autenticitate, experiente care sa imi hraneasca nu doar corpul, ci si sufletul insa aproape de fiecare data am gasit exact opusul, semn ca pana la „normalitate” mai este ceva drum de parcurs. Asadar sa fie Euforia Retreat & Spa, o escapada pentru suflet si simturi!

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Printre toate locatiile testate, una singura a reusit sa ma surprinda cu adevarat: Euforia Retreat & Spa, o escapada pentru suflet si simturi. Aici am descoperit un refugiu in care designul minimalist se imbina cu farmecul vechii vile interbelice, iar bucataria devine un adevarat drum culinar printre traditii dobrogene si accente mediteraneene.

Asadar in randurile care urmeaza, am incercat sa reproduc cat mai fidel euforia care m-a cuprins din momentul sosirii si la care inca tresar la amintirea momentelor petrecute acolo.

Descopera sanctuarul de la malul Marii Negre

Euforia Retreat & Spa este primul hotel in stil wabi-sabi din Romania, deschis in iulie 2023 si amenajat in fosta vila interbelica „Villa Plaja” (1930), renovate cu grija pentru a pastra elemente autentice precum pereti din piatra cochilifera si scari originale.

Situat intre Eforie Nord si Eforie Sud, hotelul cuprinde trei aripi: The Villa, The Lake Wing si The Pool Pavilion, dispunand de doar 20 de camere unice, proiectate in nuante delicate si materiale naturale – lemn, piatra, textile din in, canepa si bumbac. Stilul minimalist cald te imbie sa incetinesti ritmul, sa savurezi imperfectiunile, sa te reconectezi cu tine si natura.

Relaxare in fiecare anotimp

Zona SPA este cu adevarat un refugiu: piscina interioara luminata natural, jacuzzi cu sculpturi din piatra de Techirghiol, sauna uscata si umeda, sala de yoga/meditatie si kinetoterapie. Totul este gandit pentru revitalizarea trupului si spiritului.

Experiente culinare care te rasfata: ingrediente regionale, preparate cu delicatete – o adevarata experienta gustativa la malul marii.

La Euforia Retreat & Spa, povestea nu se scrie doar prin camerele minimaliste si linistea marii, ci si prin bucatele care transforma o simpla masa intr-o experienta. Restaurantul Euforia Restobar urmeaza filozofia wabi-sabi a hotelului: simplitate, autenticitate si respect pentru ingrediente locale.

Aici, bucataria dobrogeana traditionala se imbina cu influente mediteraneene, rezultand preparate care vorbesc despre mare, natura si echilibru.

Micul dejun de la Euforia – un rasfat pentru simturi

Dimineata la Euforia incepe intr-un ritm aparte. In timp ce lumina soarelui se strecoara prin ferestrele mari, mesele sunt deja pregatite cu o atentie la detalii care iti da impresia ca fiecare farfurie e un mic tablou culinar.

Micul dejun nu e doar bogat, ci si spectaculos in prezentare: platouri colorate cu branzeturi locale si mezeluri fine se imbina cu salate proaspete si legume crocante. Fructele sunt asezate ca intr-o expozitie – felii suculente de pepene rosu si galben, struguri, mere care aduc un strop de prospetime. Prajituri delicioase fac concurenta croisantelor calde langa cafeaua fierbinte sau ceaiurile parfumate.

Pentru cei care prefera un mic dejun mai consistent, exista oua gatite in toate formele – ochiuri, omlete pufoase cu verdeturi sau oua fierte. Alaturi, gasesti bacon si carnati prajiti, care pot completa un mic dejun autentic romanesc.

Totul e asezat cu grija, pe farfurii simple, dar elegante, in ton cu filosofia wabi-sabi a locului. Niciun detaliu nu e intamplator: culorile, texturile si aromele se completeaza perfect, iar micul dejun devine o experienta care iti rasfata privirea la fel de mult ca gustul.

Gastronomie cu suflet

Peste zi sau la cina, restaurantul Euforia Restobar deschis si publicului larg, urmeaza filozofia simplitatii autentice: ingrediente locale, preparate inspirate din bucataria dobrogeana cu accente mediteraneene, toate ajustate pentru a te conecta cu savoarea marii.

Am incercat cam tot ceea ce mi-a facut cu ochiul din meniul pregatit de Chef Claudiu: salata fina de icre de stiuca servita alaturi de 2-3 cosuri de paine prajita, o autentica salata greceasca cu rosii, castraveti, capia, ceapa rosie, feta si masline dar si un bors lipovenesc din mix de peste de apa dulce si sarata.

La sectiunea non-peste am incercat: risotto cremos cu ciuperci de padure, hribi si galbiori, snitel crocant din piept de pui invelit in fulgi de porumb si alintat cu cimbrisor, piept de curcan cu baby cartofi pe plita cu infuzie de ulei de rozmarin si gnocchi cinque formaggi.

Fana infocata a pestelui si fructelor de mare am incercat biban de mare file servit cu mamaliga, sos de usuroi si felii de lamaie si un amestec picant de fructe de mare cu roșii cherry, patrunjel si busuioc – absolut delicios.

Foarte bune si pastele trase la tigaie alaturi de intreaga recolta a marii si sos de rosii cherry.

Creveti suculenti, calamari fragezi si scoici aromate, rumenite usor pe gratar si stropite cu lamaie proaspata. Alaturi, legume coapte – ardei dulci, dovlecei si rosii cherry – completeaza perfect gustul marin. Simplu, colorat si plin de savoare – platoul de fructe de mare la gratar.

Midiile à la marinarain sos de vin alb – midii proaspete deschise la foc iute, scaldate intr-un sos cremos de vin alb, rosii dulci si usturoi parfumat. Aromele se intrepatrund frumos, iar patrunjelul verde aduce prospetimea finala. Gust intens de mare, usor elegant, exact cat sa te faca sa mai ceri o portie. Si am mai cerut, desigur intr-o alta zi…

Din sectiunea dulce am incercat placinta frageda de mere servita cu inghetata fina de vanilie si caramel sarat – o adevarata simfonie a gusturilor si texturilor si clatite subtiri si fragede, invelite in mascarpone și crema de ciocolata – o combinatie inedita pe care nu o mai incercasem.

La Euforia Restobar, cocktailurile sunt adevarate bijuterii in pahar – colorate, elegante si pline de prospetime. Fructe proaspete, ierburi aromatice si spirtoase premium se transforma in combinatii rafinate, de la clasice reinterpretate pana la creatii semnatura. Fiecare cocktail e un spectacol vizual si gustativ, care surprinde esenta verii la malul marii.

Euforia Retreat & Spa nu inseamna doar relaxare la malul marii, ci si o calatorie culinara ce celebreaza simplitatea si autenticitatea. Fie ca alegi sa savurezi o saramura de biban cu un pahar de vin alb rece, fie ca te lasi surprins de reinterpretarile mediteraneene ale Chefului, vei pleca de aici cu o amintire aromata si greu de uitat.

Atmosfera de poveste

Plaja aproape pustie, rasarituri vazute din pat, liniste profunda in chiar si in sezon – “e locul in care ai impresia ca ai tot hotelul pentru tine”. E locul acela rar in care nu doar ca te relaxezi, dar te si incarci cu un fel de bucurie greu de explicat in cuvinte.

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Euforia Retreat & Spa, an Escape for the Soul and Senses

Over the years, I’ve visited many places along the Romanian seaside, but I must admit that very few have truly stayed in my heart. I’m quite particular when it comes to vacations in general – I want more than just a comfortable bed and a beautiful view. I look for peace, authenticity, and experiences that nourish not only my body but also my soul. Yet almost every time I’ve found the opposite, a sign that there’s still some way to go until we reach “normality.”

Among all the places I’ve tried, only one has genuinely managed to surprise me: Euforia Retreat & Spa, an escape for the soul and senses. Here, I discovered a sanctuary where minimalist design blends with the charm of an old interwar villa, and the cuisine becomes a true culinary journey through Dobrogean traditions with Mediterranean accents.

So, in the lines that follow, I’ve tried to faithfully capture the euphoria that embraced me from the very moment I arrived – a feeling that still lingers every time I recall the moments spent there.

Discover the sanctuary by the Black Sea

Euforia Retreat & Spa is the first wabi-sabi style hotel in Romania, opened in July 2023 and set in the former interwar villa “Villa Plaja” (1930), carefully restored to preserve authentic elements such as fossil-stone walls and original staircases.

Located between Eforie Nord and Eforie Sud, the hotel consists of three wings: The Villa, The Lake Wing, and The Pool Pavilion, with only 20 unique rooms designed in delicate shades and natural materials – wood, stone, linen, hemp, and cotton. The warm minimalist style invites you to slow down, embrace imperfections, and reconnect with yourself and with nature.

Relaxation in every season

The SPA area is a true haven: a naturally lit indoor pool, a jacuzzi with Techirghiol stone sculptures, dry and steam saunas, a yoga/meditation and physiotherapy room. Everything is designed to rejuvenate body and spirit.

Culinary experiences pamper you with regional ingredients, delicately crafted dishes – a genuine taste experience by the sea.

At Euforia Retreat & Spa, the story unfolds not only through the minimalist rooms and the serenity of the sea, but also through the dishes that transform a simple meal into an experience. The Euforia Restobar restaurant follows the hotel’s wabi-sabi philosophy: simplicity, authenticity, and respect for local ingredients.

Here, traditional Dobrogean cuisine blends with Mediterranean influences, creating dishes that speak of the sea, nature, and balance.

Breakfast at Euforia – a treat for the senses

Mornings at Euforia begin with a different rhythm. As sunlight streams through the large windows, tables are already set with such attention to detail that every plate looks like a small culinary painting.

Breakfast is not only abundant but spectacular in presentation: colorful platters of local cheeses and fine cold cuts mingle with fresh salads and crisp vegetables. Fruit is arranged as if in an exhibition – juicy slices of watermelon, clusters of grapes, apples bringing a touch of freshness. Delicious cakes compete with warm croissants beside steaming coffee or fragrant teas.

For those who prefer something heartier, there are eggs cooked in every style – sunny-side-up, fluffy herb omelets, or boiled eggs. Alongside, you’ll find crispy bacon and fried sausages, completing an authentic Romanian breakfast.

Everything is carefully plated on simple yet elegant dishes, in harmony with the wabi-sabi philosophy. No detail is accidental: colors, textures, and aromas complement each other perfectly, turning breakfast into an experience that delights the eyes as much as the taste buds.

Soulful gastronomy

At lunch or dinner, the Euforia Restobar, also open to the public, continues the philosophy of authentic simplicity: local ingredients, Dobrogean dishes with Mediterranean touches, all crafted to connect you with the flavors of the sea.

I tried almost everything that caught my eye on Chef Claudiu’s menu: fine pike roe salad served with baskets of toasted bread, a genuine Greek salad with tomatoes, cucumbers, roasted peppers, red onion, feta, and olives, as well as a traditional Lipovan fish soup made with a mix of freshwater and saltwater fish.

From the non-fish section, I enjoyed creamy risotto with forest mushrooms, a crispy chicken schnitzel coated in cornflakes with thyme, turkey breast with baby potatoes on a rosemary-infused griddle, and gnocchi cinque formaggi.

As a seafood enthusiast, I couldn’t resist sea bass fillet served with polenta, garlic sauce, and lemon slices, or a spicy mix of seafood with cherry tomatoes, parsley, and basil – absolutely delicious.

The pasta with seafood and cherry tomato sauce was also wonderful, bringing together shrimp, tender calamari, and aromatic mussels, lightly grilled and drizzled with fresh lemon. Alongside, roasted vegetables – sweet peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes – completed the taste of the sea. Simple, colorful, and full of flavor – the grilled seafood platter.

The mussels à la marinière in white wine sauce were unforgettable: fresh mussels quickly opened over high heat, bathed in a creamy white wine, sweet tomato, and garlic sauce, topped with fresh parsley. An intense, elegant taste of the sea – just enough to make you ask for another serving. And yes, I did, on another day…

From the dessert section, I tried the flaky apple pie with fine vanilla ice cream and salted caramel – a true symphony of flavors and textures – and delicate crêpes filled with mascarpone and chocolate cream – a surprising combination I had never tried before.

At Euforia Restobar, the cocktails are true jewels in a glass – colorful, elegant, and refreshing. Fresh fruit, aromatic herbs, and premium spirits are transformed into refined combinations, from reimagined classics to signature creations. Each cocktail is both a visual and taste performance, capturing the essence of summer by the sea.

Euforia Retreat & Spa is not just about relaxation by the sea, but also about a culinary journey celebrating simplicity and authenticity. Whether you savor seabass with grilled vegetables with a chilled glass of white wine, or allow yourself to be surprised by the Chef’s Mediterranean reinterpretations, you’ll leave with an aromatic memory that’s hard to forget.

A fairytale atmosphere

An almost deserted beach, sunrises seen from bed, profound silence even in high season – “it feels like you have the whole hotel to yourself.” It’s one of those rare places where not only do you relax, but you also recharge with a kind of joy that’s hard to put into words.

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