When guests talk about their stay at Raven’s Nest, they almost always pause at one detail: the food. That’s because Sable Cuisine, the restaurant nestled in the heart of the Hidden Village, is more than a place to eat, it’s where the rhythm of the land makes its way to the table.
At the center of it all is Chef Silviu Chelaru. His approach is simple in words, but profound in practice: ingredients cooked right, at the right time, in the right way. Nothing unnecessary. Nothing forced. Just a respect for what is seasonal, local, and honest.
The dishes at Sable reflect that philosophy. Vegetables brought in at their peak, herbs that carry the unmistakable sharpness of the mountains, meat kissed by open flame. Every plate feels alive because it hasn’t been dressed up to be something it’s not. It’s an expression of where it comes from, and of Silviu’s belief that good food doesn’t need to be complicated to be extraordinary.
Dining here is also shaped by the space itself. With only a handful of tables, Sable feels intimate, deliberate. The atmosphere is warm, with quiet elegance, the kind that frames the meal without overshadowing it. Whether it’s prosecco poured at golden hour on the terrace, or a fire-grilled dish served inside as the night grows cooler, every setting deepens the experience.
For many, the memory of Raven’s Nest isn’t complete without the memory of Sable Cuisine. It’s where stories of the day’s hikes are shared over a bottle of wine, where couples linger longer than they planned, where flavors of Transylvania are honored and reimagined.
In the end, Sable isn’t about extravagance. It’s about truth on a plate, a philosophy carried by a chef who believes that when food is treated with care, it doesn’t just feed you. It stays with you.
