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Alexander Restaurant selected as La Liste TOP 1000 Restaurants, receiving 76.5 points	November 2024
Restaurant Guide Estonia 2025: Awarding Martin Breuer with Lifetime Achievement Award	November 2024
Alexander Restaurant awarded with 95 points by Falstaff	November 2024
Special meals: Pädaste Manor’s Alexander Restaurant – a 9-course symphony for the taste buds	October 2024
Erikoiset unet: Pädasten kartano – hemmottelua ja rauhoittumista	September 2024
The global Michelin Guide features Muhu Island as an extraordinary hidden gem, where time stands still. The article opens the doors to the unique enchanting world of Muhu Island, where the beauty of nature melts hearts and history captivates minds. Highlighting various values of Muhu Island, the article particularly emphasizes Pädaste Manor and its restaurant Alexander.	May 2024

Explore Pädaste Manor through Dutch magazine Seasons’ lens. Experience luxury hospitality and serene surroundings in this exclusive feature.

April 2024

11 Favorite Luxury And Design Hotels From 2023. Recommendations by Forbes. We are proud that Pädaste Manor is among them.

December 2023

The history of Pädaste Manor dates back to the 15th century, making it a significant historical landmark. Throughout the years, Pädaste Manor has consistently been a captivating attraction. Today, it continues to draw world-famous tourists seeking tranquility, the distinctive ore architecture, and a luxurious hotel experience with excellent service.

November 2023

Alexander at Pädaste Manor awarded three forks and ranks No.3 restaurant in Estonia and No.1 outside of the capital Tallinn. The prestigious European culinary publishing house Falstaff awarded 94 points out of 100 to Pädaste Manor’s Alexander Restaurant	November 2023
Alexander Restaurant at Pädaste Manor earns a coveted spot on La Liste’s 1000 Best Restaurants on the Planet 2023, for the second year in a row.	October 2023

Forbes magazine has featured a heartfelt article highlighting the exceptional nature of Pädaste Manor and its gracious hospitality. It truthfully depicts the sense of place, and the essence of our long-standing commitment. It is a humbling privilege to receive recognition from Forbes, a preeminent global media company renowned for its coverage of business, investments, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership, and lifestyle.

May 2023

Alexander Restaurant at Pädaste Manor listed by prestigious Michelin Guide 2023. This remarkable recognition serves as an attestation to the culinary mastery of our Chef de Cuisine, Achim Braitsch, and the visionary founders of the Nordic Islands’ Cuisine, Martin Breuer and Imre Sooäär.	May 2023
The first and highest Ultima Thule Recognition was awarded to Pädaste Manor – a small luxury retreat and SPA.	April 2023

Tablet Hotels, the hotel curator of Michelin Guide took a look at fine spas. A selection of 13 that made it to the supreme, from check-in all the way to check-out and beyond. Mark Fedeli the curator knows what he talks about, he has a case; just read his story.

January 2023

Finnish journalist Lea Rosbäck visited Pädaste Manor and Muhu.

June 2022

French La Liste has released its global selection of 1000 best restaurants. We are proud to announce that Restaurant Alexander is one of two restaurants in Estonia that have made it to the list!

December 2021

Estonia is a small country, but is filled with large flavours, exciting and unique eateries. Savouring Estonia has selected the best of the best.

December 2021

The prestigious Belgian magazine SABATO awards 100 top European restaurants. A jury of 6 distinguished food critics shines light on the European culinary scene.

November 2021

Alexander Restaurant has been awarded Masters level as one of the country`s top 3 restaurants and with that the very best outside of Tallinn for the 15th year in succession. Our Nordic Islands` Cuisine continues its innovative approach and charms our guests’ hearts.

November 2021

German publishing house Die Zeit released an exciting new book for travelista’s titled „Hotels to fall in love with – 45 unique hotels and their hosts“. The accomplished authors curate a selection of finest destination hotels in Europe. Pädaste Manor is the only property featured in the Baltic countries.

August 2021

Flavours of Estonia has written wonderful review and bright interview with our new Chef de Cuisine Diogo Caetano.

March 2021

Ringvaade – Kristi Pärn-Valdoja shares her own unforgettable experiences in both Pädaste Manor and in many other retreats found in Debbie’s book “150 Hotels You Need to Visit Before You Die”.	December 2020
Lannoo Publishers – ‘150 Hotels You Need to Visit before You Die’ by Debbie Pappyn	November 2020
The Telegraph – Go off-grid: 30 of the world`s most remote hotels for splendidly isolated stays	July 2020
ELLE France	September 2019
De Volkskrant – Muhu Island and Pädaste Manor	March 2019
Fodor’s – World’s Best Hotels	December 2018
ZEIT Magazin – Neben der Zeit	October 2018
Madame Magazine – Secret Islands	October 2018
Deutschlandfunk – Wie Estlands Herrenhäuser wieder erstrahlen	July 2018
Metrosource – Enchanted in Estonia	December 2017
Andrew Harper – Pädaste Manor has been chosen as one of Top 100 Hideaways in the World	November 2017
Passport – The World’s Most Incredible SPAS!	October 2017
The Telegraph – World’s best hotel suites	January 2017
Deutsche Welle – Sternekoch Matthias Diether in Estland	November 2016
Arter by Postimees	March 2016
Town & Country The T&C Travel 100: The Best Hotels in the World	September 2015
Svenska Dagbladet	September 2015
World Travel Awards Estonia’s Leading Spa Resort 2015	September 2015
The New York Times	July 2015
Elle (US) 5 Dreamy, remote destinations for the adventurous traveler	June 2015
The Worlds 50 Best Scandinavia and North East Europe	May 2015
Harpers Bazaar – Spain	April 2015
Dfly – Norway	April 2015
22 Remote places to stay Opinionated travel features for the sophisticated travelista	November 2014
Eva – Bulgaria	June 2014
Gala – Germany	May 2013
Focus – Germany	March 2013
Restaurateur Chef – Russia	November 2012
LeVif	September 2012
Identità Golose Milano – Conference	February 2012
Der Feinschmecker	February 2012
Knack Magazine (Jean-Pierre Gabriel)	November 2011
Harrods Magazine	October 2011
Neue Züricher Zeitung	October 2011
Mat & Vänner	June 2011
Food and Travel	June 2011
Identità Golose – Review by Andrea Petrini	May 2011
50 Best Restaurants – Estonia	May 2011
In Time Magazine	May 2011
House & Garden	April 2011
Feinschmecker awards Alexander with 3 points	March 2011
Food&Wine Ireland	March 2011
Best Emerging Chefs	March 2011
Viini	February 2011
New York Times Magazine	September 2010

The Times	March 2000
Financial Times	September 2000
Gourmet Magazine	August 2001
Wall Street Journal	October 2001
Islands Magazine	November 2001
Condé Nast Traveler	September 2002
Condé Nast Traveler	March 2004
Tatler Travel Guide	January 2005
House and Home	June 2005
Butterfield and Robinson	January 2006
Berliner Zeitung	June 2006
Die Welt	July 2006
De Telegraaf	August 2006
Newsweek	August 2006
The Scotsman	August 2006
The Observer	September 2006
Gods & Gårdar	November 2006
Luxury SpaFinder	December 2006
Financial Times	June 2007
Wall Street Journal	June 2007
St. Petersburg Times	July 2007
Financial Times	December 2007
Hideaway Report	February 2008
Wienerin	August 2008
De Tijd	September 2008
2009 Grand Award – Andrew Harper	January 2009
Evening Standard Magazine	January 2009
Travel and Leisure	April 2009
Tatler spa guide 2009	June 2009
The Times	August 2009
Vedomosti	October 2009
Schöner Wohnen	February 2010
Condé Nast Traveller – SPA guide 2010	March 2010
Travel + Leisure – 25 Secret European Villages	April 2010
Monocle	April 2010
Michelin Green Guide	April 2010
De Morgen Magazine	May 2010
L’Officiel Voyage	September 2010

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