Ocean Cellar Oyster & Wine Bar, located at the Strand Hotel Swakopmund, has been awarded the title of “Namibia’s Best Restaurant 2024” at the international World Culinary Awards held at Summersalt Jumeirah Al Naseem, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE).
“Ocean Cellar is an example of how we bring Namibia’s unique identity to life through authentic, world-class experiences. By showcasing the best of the country’s culinary heritage, this award highlights our commitment to offering guests a genuine taste of Namibia, elevated to global standards,” said O&L Leisure, a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group.
Nestled along Namibia’s coastline, O&L Leisure noted that the restaurant takes pride in using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to craft each dish, even serving fresh abalone sustainably sourced from O&L’s own abalone farm.
“With a menu that combines traditional Namibian flavors with innovative culinary techniques, Ocean Cellar stands as a testament to the country’s rich heritage while delivering on its promise of exceptional hospitality,” the hospitality group said.
Commenting on the award, Sven Thieme, Managing Director of O&L Leisure and Executive Chairman of the O&L Group, said, “The Ocean Cellar Oyster & Wine Bar stands as a shining example of Namibian hospitality, and we are incredibly proud and honored to receive the recognition as Namibia’s Best Restaurant 2024 at the World Culinary Awards. This achievement reflects the dedication, care, and passion that our team puts into every aspect of delivering world-class experiences for both local and international visitors. A huge thank you to our awesome team and our loyal guests and customers!”
The World Culinary Awards™ is the sister event of the World Travel Awards™, inaugurated in 1994 and recognizes excellence in the global culinary industry by celebrating outstanding achievements across a range of categories, from restaurants to chefs and food destinations.
The awards are voted for by industry professionals and the public.
