Word on the street with Tomáš Ric

If you’re anything like us, you’re always on the lookout for the perfect spring getaway—a city with incredible dining, a thriving art scene, and hidden gems like a growing natural wine movement. Right now, Prague is having its moment. With our newest hotel, Sir Prague, now open and spring on the way (despite a few chilly mornings), the city is buzzing with places to see, eat, and explore.

We turned to our friend Tomáš Ric, founder of Prague-based perfume house Pigmentarium—and arguably the best-smelling person in the city—to share his top picks. Fresh off the launch of his new fragrance, Brutal, he shared his favorites for your next visit.

Favorite neighborhood?

Letná, Vinohrady, Malá Strana, and the old town of the city, and I also like riverside, my home.

Best bar?

Definitely recently opened Forbina, each cocktail is named after an opera or play by a Czech writer.

Hidden gems in the city?

The sauna at the National Theatre, a beautiful Botanical Garden at the Charles University, and the Library at the Strahov Monastery– it’s a unique site globally.

Best coffee?

Café Savoy, Café Letka, or at the bakery at U Kalendů.

Best galleries?

Bold Gallery, National Gallery, DOX

Where to experience the best scents?

Pigmentarium Studio and Myskino (@myskino.cz).

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