The World of Hospitality Issue 44 2021 | Page 31

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flowing and features 4 signature tables finished in enameled lava stone by Nero Sicilia , the booths too are curved and help give the restaurant a centering . There are screenings in copper tones which feature so the design of super scaled rattan , adding a sense of privacy whilst not robbing the restaurant of its sea and pool views . The flooring is stained Natural Oak laid in a herringbone design by Havwoods . The copper-colored feature lighting is from Utu , the hexagonal mirrors by Sovet .
La Sciara is a perfect location to enjoy life ’ s special moments with great Italian food , to taste the authentic traditional Sicilian flavors , the chef relies upon only top-quality ingredients which are always locally sourced where possible . The restaurant has a long wine list of carefully selected local wines are featured in their own display wall . The restaurant offers lunch and dinner but can also serve during special events , in the evening guest can expect to embark on an unforgettable gastronomic journey . The presence of an open show-cooking showcase allows guest to admire the Chefs preparing their dishes . The menu ’ comprehends a large variety of seafood including an interesting raw fish list , all fresh fished from the sea in front of the hotel .
The bar , show kitchen and wine display area were all uplifted , with lava stone from Nero Sicilia used for both the bar top and front , and in a glazed motif for
the tabletops . Outside the restaurant is a terrace and the Fluido Pool Bar .
Fluido Pool Bar & Pool Terrace
The Fluido Bar is located on the pool terrace , just outside La Sciara Restaurant offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Mediterranean sea and the unique grey volcanic sandy beaches . The pool Bar is characterized by a contemporary , indoor meets outdoor styled residential look and feel . The walls are finished in a cement-coloured panels by Consentino , the bar top is white Dekton and the bar front is feature tiles in raw and glazed lava stone by Nero Sicilia .
The bar serves pre-dinner aperitives with signature cocktails , open to guests and locals , the ambition is to become a destination bar for the hotel adding to its local night scene . The seating is part dining , part informal lounge sofas with outdoor furniture by Etimo & Varaschin . The flooring is a gres tiling from Gruppo Florim , who also provided the surround to the pool and its interior . Large ecru umbrellas offer shade to the guests during the summer times . THDP created a warm garden style lighting effect , selecting outdoor weathered wall fittings by Aldo Bernardi & suspended light by Faro Barcelona . The large pergola and pavilions are custom designed and supplied by Corradi .
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