RIAPRE LEFAY RESORT & SPA LAGO DI GARDA
E INAUGURA
IL NUOVO RISTORANTE GOURMET “GRAMEN”
Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda riaprirà giovedì 14 aprile svelando le novità del progetto di restyling iniziato nel 2021, tra cui l’area benessere “Adults Only SPA”, una nuova categoria di camera denominata “Sky Suite” e una proposta Lefay Vital Gourmet rinnovata, che includerà il ristorante “La Limonaia” e soprattutto il nuovo ristorante gourmet “Gramen”.
Gramen sarà il luogo dove riscoprire il legame tra l’uomo e la terra, interpretato attraverso una cucina che esalta le proprietà naturalmente salutari degli alimenti. Il nome latino richiama il mondo vegetale per definire un’esperienza gastronomica che rappresenta la filosofia di sostenibilità e benessere Lefay: i menù includono unicamente ingredienti di origine vegetale o pescato di lago e mare, senza carne, latticini e derivati, offrendo ricette perfettamente assimilabili e sostenibili. Anche il design degli interni è stato pensato per avvolgere gli Ospiti in un contesto che renda omaggio al movimento e ai colori della natura.
Per trovare una formula culinaria innovativa l’ispirazione è nata da uno dei tratti più caratterizzanti di Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda: Il Giardino Energetico Terapeutico, da cui provengono la maggior parte delle erbe spontanee utilizzate come lavanda, ginepro, rosmarino, melissa, eucalipto.
Il Giardino Energetico Terapeutico di Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda interpreta i principi della Medicina Classica Cinese già ripresi all’interno del Mondo Lefay SPA e li rielabora partendo dal presupposto che il benessere della persona non possa prescindere da quello ambientale. Il Giardino Energetico Terapeutico ripercorre le diverse fasi dell’esistenza umana ed è composto da cinque stazioni ricche di simbolismo.
Percorrerlo nel suo intero vuol dire riconnettersi con sé stessi e con il mondo che ci circonda.
I due percorsi degustazione realizzati dall’Executive Chef Matteo Maenza e il Resident Chef Gianmarco Ninivaggi colgono da questo Giardino i suoi doni spontanei declinati in sette portate ciascuno:
PER AGROS
Dal latino letteralmente “attraverso i campi”, è composto unicamente da piatti a base vegetale come Bottoni di carciofi, topinambur e nasturzio oppure Asparagi, besciamella di pinoli e salsa verde. Questo menù trae direttamente ispirazione dal Giardino Energetico Terapeutico del Resort e tutte le piante aromatiche incluse.
Rappresenta l’anima più pura di Gramen, quella nettamente vegetale, che vuole restituire dignità e importanza ai doni della natura, per riscoprire il legame diretto tra uomo e natura da un nuovo punto di vista.
PER AQUAM
Dal latino letteralmente “attraverso l’acqua”, è composto da piatti vegetali e di pesce tra cui Radici, ostrica, mela verde e finocchietto e Riso, calamaretti, piselli e menta selvatica. La filosofia del menù vegetale si evolve includendo anche il pescato di mare o di lago, esaltando i sapori più mediterranei. Il Giardino Energetico Terapeutico del Resort è avvolto ogni giorno dai venti del Lago di Garda, che portano con sé l’anima nebulosa delle onde, coniugando l’acqua alla terra. Questo percorso rispecchia dunque perfettamente la dieta tipicamente mediterranea, includendo prodotti autoctoni a chilometro zero.
Gramen solo a cena dal 15 aprile, potete trovare il menù completo visitando gramen.lefayresorts.com/it/menu/
Menù
Per Agros Per Aquam
Biancomangiare di mandorle, fave e crescione
Asparagi, besciamella di pinoli, salsa verde Radici, ostrica, mela verde e finocchietto
Spaghettini al “nero”, carote e plancton Spigola, acetosella e caviale *
Bottoni di carciofi, topinambur e nasturzio Riso, calamaretti, piselli e menta selvatica
Rutabaga, fagioli e peperoni cruschi *
Melanzana alla “parmigiana”, ricotta vegetale Zucchine, taccole, ricciola Hiramasa, tatsoi
Rocher di cocco, agrumi e tagete
Fuori Menù
ANTIPASTI
Fritto di Scampi e Verdure
Il Giardino
PRIMI
Fagottelli all’olio extravergine, molluschi e crostacei
Rigatoni, cicale di mare, salmone selvaggio, salicornia
SECONDI
Topinambur, erbe coste, tartufo nero
Patate del Garda, fagiolini, rombo chiodato
Carote di Polignano, astice, arancia e camomilla
Agretti, susine, trota iridea e latte d’indivia
DESSERT
Ricordando la “Limonaia”
Cioccolato 70%, cardamomo, grue di cacao
Ciliegie e nocciola tonda gentile
*
Questi piatti contraddistinti dall’asterisco si trovano solamente all’interno di un singolo menù
Lefay Resorts & Residences
Il Gruppo Lefay Resorts & Residences è stato fondato nel 2006 dalla coppia di imprenditori Domenico Alcide e Liliana Leali con l’intento di diventare il Brand italiano di riferimento nel mercato internazionale della vacanza benessere di lusso attraverso la creazione di una collezione di Eco-Resort all’insegna dell’Italian Style & Living e secondo i criteri del Nuovo Lusso Lefay. Il primo gioiello della Collezione, Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, situato a Gargnano e aperto nel 2008, ha conquistato in 10 anni oltre 70 premi internazionali, posizionandosi tra le SPA Destination migliori al mondo. Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti, aperto a Pinzolo nel 2019, è stato riconosciuto in poco più di un anno con oltre 15 premi internazionali. Coerentemente ai valori di benessere e sostenibilità, entrambi sono totalmente a emissioni zero e certificati dai più rinomati enti mondiali. Nel 2018 l’Azienda entra in un nuovo segmento con una novità assoluta nel mercato immobiliare italiano: le residenze Lefay Wellness Residences a Lefay Resort & SPA Dolomiti sono il primo caso di “Serviced Branded Residences” all’interno di una SPA Destination in Italia. La terza struttura del Gruppo sarà situata in Toscana, uno dei territori più suggestivi d’Italia. Parallelamente, il Gruppo sta sviluppando il modello Fee-based ricercando opportunità selezionate, in particolar modo all’estero, in cui agire come operatore tramite contratti di management.
LEFAY RESORT & SPA LAGO DI GARDA REOPENS ITS DOORS
WITH COMPLETELY RENOVATED SUITES AND LOBBY
On Thursday 25th March Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda reopens its doors to Guests, unveiling the first phase of an extensive refurbishment. The resort, the first in the Lefay collection, took full advantage of the last lockdown to completely renovate all the Suites as well as the lobby, reception area, lounge, fireplace room and the exclusive lounge bar.
All the Suites have been restyled with lighter shades and furnishings made from natural local materials with fabrics only made in Italy. In addition, the Suites have been equipped with new cutting-edge devices, such as Bose® Bluetooth sound speakers and 49″ and 55″ 4K LED TVs with Google Chromecast.
The lobby area has also been repainted in lighter tones with new furniture, fabrics, carpets and wall graphics, designed to maximise the iconic view over Lake Garda.
The second phase of the restyling project, scheduled for the first quarter of 2022, will include the refurbishment of the Resort’s two Restaurants, the expansion of the Lefay SPA with an “Adults Only” area, the creation of three new Suites and the introduction of a new meeting area dedicated to events.
“We are proud to be able to announce the completion of this first phase of our restyling project during such an uncertain period, and it is an important source of motivation and a sign of optimism for the months to come,” says Alcide Leali, CEO of Lefay Resorts & Residences. “Despite the challenges that the tourism industry is experiencing due to the current health emergency, we are continuing to pursue the path of an innovative and sustainable business culture by investing in the quality of
our resorts and in the motivation and training of our human resources.”
LEFAY RESORT & SPA LAGO DI GARDA
Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, the first jewel of the Lefay Resorts Collection, is located in Gargnano and is immersed in a 11 hectares natural park in the heart of the spectacular and renowned “Riviera dei Limoni”, surrounded by gentle hills and natural terraces rich in olive trees and woods. The property, partner of the prestigious networks Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Healing Hotels of the World, Virtuoso, American Express, Fine Hotels & Resorts and Traveller Made, was the first to be awarded the prestigious 5-star superior rating on Lake Garda and opened officially on 8th August 2008.
The resort was conceptualised minimising the environmental impact, thanks to a perfect architectural integration into the surrounding countryside and latest-generation technologies able to reduce the energetic consumption. Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda, first tourism facility in southern Europe to obtain the prestigious environmental certification of Green Globe, is CO 2 free: since 2013 in fact, the resort has been completely offsetting its carbon emissions thanks to internal practices and through the purchase of CERs credits.
The 93 Suites feature natural fabrics, precious materials including Italian marbles, olive tree and Italian walnut woods. They offer an amazing lake view and are divided into five categories: 41 Prestige Junior Suites (50 sqm/540 sqft on the ground floor); 43 Deluxe Junior Suites (50 sqm/540 sqft on the first floor with balcony); 4 Family Suites (73 sqm/790 sqft with two bedrooms and bathrooms); 4 Exclusive Suites (83 sqm/895 sqft featuring Jacuzzi with a lake view and a private living room) and the great Royal Pool & SPA Suite (up to 600 sqm/4,640 sqft offering three bedrooms, a spacious walk-in wardrobe, dining room up to 8 persons and equipped kitchen, marble bathroom featuring Jacuzzi with a lake view, Private SPA with treatments zone, infrared sauna, steam sauna and shower with chromotherapy, relaxation area and private garden with heated chlorine-free Infinity Pool with lake-view).
LEFAY SPA LAGO DI GARDA
Lefay SPA Lago di Garda is an exclusive temple to wellness of more than 3,800 sqm (40,900 sqft), where mind and body are regenerated through the rediscovery of genuine emotions and a sense of inner harmony. Here wellness is everywhere: in the sunlight that streams through the large windows, in the wonderful gardens, in the water of the swimming pools and in the magical atmosphere that envelops everything.
Lefay SPA Lago di Garda is divided into three areas: the “World of Water and Fire&which includes all areas connected to swimming pools, saunas, grottos and small lakes; the “Nature and Fitness” zone, which consists of a large gym and a fitness studio for courses and fitness activities and “In Silence and Among the Stars: Trilogy in the Air” where man and nature are close to each other. Here, In the wonderful 11-hectares natural park that surrounds the resort, three different trails have been created: the Energy and Therapeutic Garden with five energetic stations based on the principles of Classical Chinese Medicine; the Running Circuit and the Fitness Path for outdoor activities.
The Lefay SPA Scientific Committee has developed an innovative wellness method that stems from the blending of Classical Chinese Medicine with Western scientific research to restore the Guests ‘body, soul and spirit balance. This union is the basis of the Lefay SPA Method Health Programmes, customised according to individual needs, to achieve a complete mental and physical wellness with various objectives: weight loss, relieving stress, getting into physical shape, treating insomnia, combating the signs of ageing and detoxifying the body.
General Health Programmes: Integral, Essence, Discovery Specific Health Programmes: Detox, Weight Management, Beauty, Sleep, Fitness, Stress-relieving Lefay SPA treatments have been created combining traditional massage techniques to stimulate energy points and meridians and are tailor-made for the individual’s physical and mental state, for a deep and long-lasting result. The Signature offer includes: energy massages, energy aesthetic rituals for face and body, the special section “Perfumes of the Lake” and non-invasive aesthetic medicine treatments.
Lefay SPA also offers a medical section for consultations and treatments in the fields of Western and natural medicine, physiotherapy and osteopathy and a rich menu of à la carte proposals: Western and Eastern massages, thalassotherapy, treatments carried out using innovative aesthetic equipment and the two enchanting Private SPAs for couples.
All treatments are carried out using the Lefay SPA “Tra Suoni e Colori” cosmetic line, created in accordance with the principles of nutricosmetics; a “smart” product line that combines nature and science with a visible and immediate effect. Products can be purchased in the Lefay SPA Shop and online at lefayshop.com.
LEFAY VITAL GOURMET
“Even food may become food for the soul”. We believe that food is an integral part of a wellness path, this is why Lefay Vital Gourmet privileges its health aspects combining fresh ingredients and creativity. A culinary concept which champions the Mediterranean diet, where extra virgin olive oil plays a fundamental role. Part of this philosophy is the Lefay SPA Menu, created in collaboration with the Lefay SPA Scientific Committee; slightly low-calorie and low-sodium, the dishes have detoxifying properties and are prepared with cooking methods that do not excessively stress the digestive system.
A concept based on five principles: Mediterranean diet, seasonality, Italian spirit, ethics and privilege of local suppliers. The Executive Chef Matteo Maenza applies these values in the Mediterranean recipes of “La Grande Limonaia” restaurant (breakfast and dinner, also for non-resident Guests) and in the evocative “Trattoria La Vigna” (lunch and dinner; lunch for non-resident Guests also) where the cult of age-old flavours lives on through the magnificent history of Italian cuisine.
“LA GRANDE LIMONAIA” RESTAURANT
Evokes the scents of the citrus groves set amidst wonderful lighting and scenic views.
The menu features contemporary flavours and colours to create dishes that give a nod towards the evolution of traditional Mediterranean cuisine.
TRATTORIA LA VIGNA
Relive the simplicity and warmth of typical Italian trattorias, where the cult of age-old flavours is handed down to the next generation. In winter, the fireplace rekindles the slow-cooked dishes of the past, while in summer the terrace merges with the lake’s colours.
OTHERS
Lounge Bar
Soft lighting, live piano music and the best cocktails and international spirits create a sophisticated and seductive ambiance surrounded by the beautiful sunset over the lake.
Pool Bar
Spend a pleasant day by the pool, in an oasis suspended between the lake and the sky, sipping your favourite drink or enjoying a snack.
Cigar Lounge
An intimate setting that offers the best selection of cigars and spirits from all over the world.
Meeting
The Resort features a meeting centre with direct access to a private garden. There are two fully equipped rooms of different sizes with natural daylight thanks to the floor-to-ceiling windows which offer a splendid lake view.
SUSTAINABILITY
“Personal wellness should never overlook environmental wellness”. One of the goals of Lefay Resorts is to minimise its environmental impact, both during the construction phase and the management process. The resort is inspired by lemon groves, typical buildings of the upper reaches of Lake Garda: the main services are located within the central body, from which the Suites spread out towards the side wings covered with vegetation, that makes it hard to distinguish them from the surrounding green area.
The important investment in state-of-the-art technologies has resulted in a real power plant for the production of electrical energy, heating and cooling, composed by: biomass plant, micro-turbines cogeneration plant and absorption cooling system. Also management software have been implemented to reduce energy and water consumption, together with a careful environmental policy towards waste disposal and Guests’ awareness.
Today 85% of the resort’s thermal energy production for heating, hot water and pools comes from renewable energy, as does 100% of its cooling and air purification (75% home produced) and 100% of the power production (60% generated on site and 40% bought with RECS certificates). Thanks to the use of renewable resources as well as innovative technologies, the resort has cut its CO 2 emissions by 1,130 tons per year.
Since 2013, with the Lefay Total Green Project, the property has been offsetting the residual quota of carbon emissions in compliance with the Kyoto Protocol, to contribute to the realisation of projects that permit the reduction of CO 2 emissions and other greenhouse gases.
CERTIFICATIONS ECOCERT “BEING ORGANIC AND ECOLOGICAL SPA: LEVEL EXCELLENCE”
Lefay SPA is the first in Italy obtaining the prestigious certificate “Being – Organic and Ecological Spa, Level: Excellence” from Ecocert, the French organisation certificating cosmetic products, that has introduced “Being – Organic and Ecological Spa” for wellness centres that combines natural wellbeing with a strong commitment to the environment.
VOLUNTARY AGREEMENT WITH THE ITALIAN MINISTRY OF THE ENVIRONMENT
On December 20 th 2011, Lefay Resorts signed a voluntary agreement with the Italian Ministry of the Environment, the Land and the Sea, for the promotion of joint projects aimed at the analysis and neutralization of the climate impact of its activities.
GREEN GLOBE
Located in California, USA, and represented in over 83 countries worldwide, is the first programme to have developed international reference standards for properties operating in the wellness industry. In 2018 the resort was also awarded with the Gold Status, marking five consecutive years of certification and the highest quality
standards.
ISO 14001 – ISO 9001 – ISO 14064 CERTIFICATIONS
Environmental certification ISO 14001, for the “Design and management of architectural solutions for innovative and eco-compatible structures” phase; ISO 9001 quality certificate and the ISO 14064, which certifies the analysis of the Resort’s CO 2 emissions carried out by the Italian Ministry of the Environment.
Durante questi mesi, sono state interamente rinnovate tutte le camere, nonché l’Area Lobby che include la Reception Hall, la Lounge con la Sala Caminetto e l’esclusivo Lounge Bar.
Tutte le Suite sono state riviste nei colori, prediligendo tinteggi dalle sfumature delicate, negli arredi realizzati con materiali naturali del luogo e nei tessuti rigorosamente italiani: non solo, l’upgrade ha interessato anche le amenities a disposizione degli Ospiti e le dotazioni tecnologiche, arricchite con nuovi dispositivi d’avanguardia, quali diffusori sound Bluetooth Bose® e TV LED 4K da 49” e 55″ con Google Chromecast.
L’area Lobby, anch’essa immersa in nuances di nuovo respiro, si contraddistingue per gli arredamenti, i tessuti, i tappeti e le grafiche delle pareti, che insieme creano una fresca cornice interna che induce ad ammirare l’iconica vista.
La seconda fase del progetto di Restyling, prevista per il primo trimestre del 2022, includerà il rifacimento dei due Ristoranti del Resort, l’ampliamento di Lefay SPA con un’esclusiva zona “Adults Only”, la realizzazione di tre nuove Suite e la creazione di una nuova area meeting dedicata agli eventi.
«Annunciare il completamento di questa prima fase di restyling in un periodo così incerto ci rende orgogliosi e costituisce per noi un’importante fonte di motivazione e un segno di ottimismo per i mesi a venire» afferma Alcide Leali, CEO di Lefay Resorts & Residences. «Nonostante le difficoltà che sta attraversando il settore del turismo a causa dell’attuale emergenza sanitaria, perseguiamo senza indugi la strada di una cultura d’impresa innovativa e sostenibile continuando ad investire sulla qualità dei nostri asset e sulla motivazione e formazione delle nostre risorse umane.”