Los Nadies Bodega Almacén
Experience Uruguay´s flavours in an Urban Winery
OUR STORY
Los Nadies Bodega Almacén makes magnificent, complex, aged wines in very limited editions which are sold to friends while exporting the rest to Japan and Australia.
Take a cab from your hotel in the centre of Montevideo and ten minutes later you’ll find yourself at Manuel’s home and winery in the traditional, leafy neighbourhood of El Prado. Manuel and his family will share Uruguay’s history of wine with you while tasting wine and local cuisine.
LOCATION
Los Nadies Bodega Almacén
Buschental 3390
Prado
Montevideo
Uruguay
Contact
Mail: losnadies@bodegalosnadies.com
Phone: +598 91 771711
We are a family, and through Los Nadies Bodega Alamcén, we have built a way of life. The entire process; from planting to tasting are a means of strengthening and sharing our values. Our way of life, a rhythm set by nature and the shared connection between people, enlivens us, while simultaneously helping us to grow.
Cuisine and wine go hand in hand in gastronomy. This is why we are passionate about being in contact with chefs, learning from them, and achieving perfect synergy. We organise themed dinners so you can enjoy a pairing experience designed just for you.
The name Los Nadies comes from the fact that we are nobodies. At our beginning we enjoyed the anonymity of no one knowing the owners, no one knowing the Tannat variety and no one knowing Uruguay as a wine-producing country. The possibilities that arise from this anonymity is liberating.
The soul of Los Nadies is a result of affection and many hands pulling together, through trials and tribulations, to make this shared dream come to fruition. Our goal is a continuous return to authenticity, trust, simplicity in our way of life and respect for the land and those around us.
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Jacinto Restaurant & Café
In the heart of the old town; a place to awaken the senses
OUR STORY
Our cuisine is simple, fresh and modern. In 2012 we opened our doors in the heart of the Old City of Montevideo, steps away from the charming Plaza Zabala.
The quality of our cuisine, the special care in every detail, and the spirit and personality of the place, have consolidated us today as a point of reference for local gastronomy lovers.
LOCATION
Jacinto Restaurant & Café
Sarandi 349 & Alzáibar
Montevideo
Uruguay
Contact
Mail: jacinto@jacinto.com.uy
Phone: +598 2915 2731
Our menu is influenced by Italian and Spanish cuisine and is renewed seasonally based on a study of the products available on the market. We use high quality, local and carefully selected natural ingredients, these are the basis of our dishes, where we seek to highlight the purity and simplicity of each ingredient, without ornamentation.
In addition to the set menu, every day we offer a soup, a main course and a dessert of the day. Our wine list – mostly from Uruguayan wineries – is made up of wines specially selected by Lucía, designed to accompany the different dishes served in the best possible way.
Lucía Soria was born in Córdoba, Argentina in 1982. She began her career working with Argentinean chef Francis Mallmann at Los Negros (José Ignacio, Uruguay), Mendoza, (Argentina), Patagonia West (New York) and Patagonia Sur (Buenos Aires). She also worked with Paola Carosella, at Julia Restaurant (Sao Pablo).
She participated in the production of the book Seven Fires by Francis Mallmann, and settled in Pueblo Garzón, managing the Hotel Garzón and opened Lucifer, which operated until 2015 in the garden of her own home.
In 2012 she settled in Montevideo, where she set up the Jacinto project. In parallel with Jacinto, she was the executive chef Station in East Quogue (New York) and a judge in the reality TV shows: Masterchef (Uruguayan edition) and Fuego Sagrado.
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Escaramuza
Library & Café in Montevideo, Uruguay
OUR STORY
We are a bookshop, café & cultural space in Uruguay located in Pablo de María; one of the quietest and most beautiful streets of the Cordón neighbourhood in the city of Montevideo.
LOCATION
Escaramuza Library & Café
Pablo de María 1185 esquina Charrúa
Cordón – Montevideo – Uruguay
Contact
Mail: escaramuza@escaramuza.com.uy
Phone: +598 2401 3475
Since we opened our doors in May 2016, we have offered ourselves as a meeting point between books and coffee.
In an old house dating back to 1903, we invite you to discover the convergence of two worlds: the trade of the bookseller and the art of cooking.
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BODEGA OCEÁNICA JOSÉ IGNACIO
Elegant mineral wines reflecting their unique origins
OUR STORY
The philosophy of Bodega Oceánica José Ignacio is based on conveying a sense of place; the soul of our land comes across in each glass. The fresh Atlantic sea breeze, morning mists and wind converge into elegant ocean wines, with a very special sensibility that results in soft flavours and intense varietal aromas. Attention to detail within our agriculture, commitment to the environment and teamwork, coupled with the love of art and advanced architecture, provides our purpose.
A visit to the winery and the Almazara (oil press) alongside a tour of the two architectural icons of Finca José Ignacio: the winery – a construction that accompanies the process of transforming the grape into wine through gravity – and the mill – where our extra virgin oils O’33 are made – followed by a tasting session provides the perfect insight into our quality-over-quantity process.
Once your appetite is thoroughly whetted, you are invited to the terrace to taste a variety of ocean wines and extra virgin oils accompanied by homemade breads and a table of cheeses, Serrano ham, nuts and olives all while enjoying views over the landscape that nourished them.
The architectural design and advanced technology of the olive mill helps to maintain a stable room temperature; our tank room and all the facilities were built using heat-insulating techniques and materials which reduce the estate’s energy use and increase sustainability.
Utilising gravity within the winery’s architectural design enables a more gentle and sustainable processing of the grapes due to the reduced need for pumps while large glass walls allow for natural lighting to penetrate the space, limiting the need for electric lights.
Each olive tree is carefully identified and monitored to ensure complete traceability of our production. This, combined with our commitment to the care of our earth, creates the ideal conditions required to preserve each fruit’s own characteristics, so that it can express a strong and distinctive sense of origin.
Our story began in 2012 when we took a leap of faith and purchased 52 hectares of coastal land to transform into a family winery and olive grove. Our vision for Bodega Oceánica José Ignacio was to build a modern but beautiful winery and olive mill to showcase our love for design, art and architecture while also staying true to the quality of wine and oils our enriched land and experienced team can produce.
Our first vineyards were of Pinot Noir, Merlot and Chardonnay to which we added Albariño and Tannat a few years later and we love nothing more than to share our passion and hard work with our guests.
Marcelo and Natalia
Your hosts at Bodega Oceánica José Ignacio
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Las Liebres
A place to find the best version of ourselves
OUR STORY
Las Liebres sits at the highest point of Colonia del Sacramento, with the city of Buenos Aires silhouetted against the sky in the distance and surrounded by 27 hectares of land. 4000 square metres of which is the rich and productive 100% organic vegetable garden that supplies the restaurant, the essential basis of Hugo Soca’s cuisine. The house itself is a 1920’s mansion restored in detail with a restaurant on the first floor – under the gastronomic direction of Hugo and two living rooms. On the second floor are two stylish bedrooms and a library for the private use of the guests. With two additional rooms added in 2023.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
Organic Certificate
The vegetable garden at Las Liebres is certified Organic and supplies the kitchen.
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
LOCATION
Las Liebres
Cont. Zapicon 645,
Colonia del Sacramento
Uruguay
Contact
Mail: reservas@lasliebres.com.uy
Phone: (+598) 94444044
Las Liebres is at 40 meters above sea level, the highest point of the district of Colonia, and of close proximity to the historic district, the port, the promenade and Route 21. A habitable house of the four seasons; the entire second floor designed to offer a unique lodging experience.
Design that combines classic and contemporary and the latest technology in performance.
Four rooms of refined style: Skyla, Juanita, Sebastián & Agustina. Private library room and terrace for exclusive use.
The restaurant is an integral proclamation in favour of the senses, the ideal place to free the senses and dream.
The flavours; unprecedented, complex, summon the light and the light summons the music, which gives a tenuous membrane to the conversations. The wines offer their wisdom. The restaurant is to the house as a wide avenue is to a city. From the terrace, the city of Buenos Aires is clearly silhouetted.
Pedro Melnitzky is the owner and General Manager; Argentinean, plastic artist, living in Uruguay for 14 years. It is he who conceived the Comarca, bit by bit, as a dream capable of creating a legacy. A man of the world, with a very fine sensibility for art, architecture, interior design and landscaping. Pedro has achieved in Las Liebres his own territory where good taste and harmony can be established.
Hugo Soca is the Gastronomic Director. Hugo has established himself as the most emblematic chef of Uruguayan cuisine. His books and television programs crown the success of his cuisine.
Lebrato Wine is the exclusive blend of Las Liebres, with which both hosts usually entertain their guests. A wine that sums up the whole universe of the region.
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ALMA HISTÓRICA BOUTIQUE HOTEL
Experience culture and comfort in the heart of Montevideo
OUR STORY
This 1920s art-deco townhouse, located in the most romantic Plaza of Montevideo, was renovated and turned into a boutique hotel in 2014. The New York Times praised it as “an antiques-filled haven that bridges historic charm and modern efficiency”.
Each room is uniquely decorated, inspired by artists and creators from the history of Uruguay’s last century – including poets, musicians, an aviator, an actress and a tango singer.
Community and Sustainability Commitment
Here are some key sustainability & community practices that these hosts are committed too. Please use the key below the icons for reference. You might see that some measurements are not currently in place and that’s okay, we choose to support our hosts on their imperfect road towards a better world and we understand that that takes time.
Eco Certifications
Just as we admire each of our hosts for their singularity, we appreciate that their sustainability journeys are also unique. Because of this, we do not require our hosts to have an eco certification or two under their belt, we simply guide them on improving their sustainable business practices one imperfect – but positive – step at a time. If a host has eco certifications they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
NGOs & Local Impact Projects Supported
Each of our hosts strive to have a positive impact on their local communities. Some of our hosts already have established connections with local partners to enrich the lives and wellbeing of their communities, others are in the process of creating these long term relationships. If a host has local NGO connections they will be shown below, if not, then know we are working towards this together.
What our hosts say..
Transparency is essential if we are all going to grow and improve together and this is why we have dedicated this section to sharing what we love about each place and its hosts. We work with each of our hosts to improve their guest experiences, sustainability practices and local impact, this is where you can learn more about that along with what still needs to be improved, the measures being taken to ensure our hosts continue to move forward and every now and then we’ll come back to update you on their progress.
Lars von der Wettern, Founder & Host @ Singular Places
October 2021
When we asked Cate and Dario – Hosts of Alma Histórica – why they didn’t make their sustainability efforts more visible on their website, they simply replied; “Why would you open a non-sustainable business anyway?”.
What a lovely way to highlight the need to think differently as entrepreneurs. Even during construction they thought about reusage & upcycling. In order to work authentically they also use surrounding independent restaurants for their guests to enhance their experience and support the community. A true sample of a Singular Place and community thinking!
LOCATION
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Solís 1433 esq. 25 de Mayo
Ciudad Vieja
Montevideo, Uruguay
Contact
Mail: info@almahistoricahotel.com
Phone: (+598) 2914 7450 / 7451
The hotel, located in one of the most romantic corners of Montevideo – Plaza Zabala – is a walkable distance from many attractions: more than 10 museums, 3 important Plazas, 2 main theatres, bookstores, historical landmarks, restaurants and cafes. It is also very practical to reach Buenos Aires, Argentina through the port, 5 blocks away. Alma Historica perfectly balances modernity and tradition and so does its surroundings.
What makes us most proud is our breakfast and our concierge service. We offer homemade delicious breakfast with excellent reviews from our guests! They also love our Honesty Bar in our welcoming and comfortable library and our top terrace with its amazing sunsets.
We are always here for you: you’re welcome to sit down at our reception desk or connect with us via Whatsapp throughout your stay.
Cate and Dario are the silent and transparent souls of the hotel. They are not public figures but they love meeting guests to share their favourite recommendations. They are foreigners so they had to discover the city and the country as tourists first, giving them a unique insight into exploring as guests and appreciating the finer details of Uruguayan life.
Alma Historica hotel is their first hospitality project so they insisted in creating a “home away from home” more than a hotel. They are happy to come out from their offices and meet you if you wish to hear their story!
Cate and Dario
Your hosts at Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
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