In the region of Brazil that is home to Iguassu Falls – a spectacular waterfall system stretching nearly 3km in width – water holds spiritual power. It feels only right that a new culinary opening here, Restaurant Y (pronounded ‘ee’), draws its name in homage to this precious element.
Y is partly inspired by the Y-shaped confluence where the Paraná and Iguaçu rivers meet near the falls, marking the borders of Argentina, Paraguay and Brazil. In Guarani, the indigenous language of the area, "Y" also means water, however. In a single letter, this new restaurant at Belmond’s Hotel das Cataratas unites borders, respects local cultures, and captures the essence of the area’s natural beauty and resources.
At the helm of this exciting culinary project is Chef Luiz Filipe, whose illustrious career has been driven by his love for Brazil and its produce. He’s primarily known for one of the best restaurants in Brazil, the two Michelin star restaurant Evvai in São Paulo, which was ranked at #22 in Latin America’s Best 50 restaurants in the most recent poll. His deep expertise and passion for Brazilian terroir have now found a new home at Y – nestled in the heart of the Atlantic rainforest, with the thundering majesty of Iguassu Falls as its backdrop (also known as Iguazú Falls or Iguaçu Falls).
