Avani Windhoek’s Stratos reaches new heights

Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino is thrilled to announce a monumental double victory for its flagship restaurant, Stratos Restaurant and Bar, reinforcing the Hotel’s status as the leader of

Namibia’s vibrant hospitality and culinary scene. Stratos Restaurant and Bar, the hotel’s iconic 15th-floor dining destination, has been named Namibia’s Best Restaurant at the prestigious

World Culinary Awards 2025.



Furthermore, the hotel proudly celebrates chef Timotheus Thomas from Stratos, who clinched the title in the highly competitive Senior Chefs category at the Namibian Chef of the Year 2025 competition.



Located high above the dynamic city, Stratos redefines the dining experience by blending international trends with local infused flavours, all set against a backdrop of panoramic sky-

deck views. This consecutive win is a powerful validation of the restaurant’s commitment to delivering honest, flavour-driven cuisine and a stylish, contemporary atmosphere designed

for the millennial-minded traveller.



Adding to the hotel’s celebration, the spotlight shines brightly on rising star, Thomas. His success in the Senior Chefs competition at the Namibian Chef of the Year 2025 is a testament to his exceptional talent, precision, and creativity in the kitchen

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Thomas’ achievement underscores the hotels’ deep commitment to nurturing and developing world-class culinary talent, ensuring the dining experiences offered are always

fresh, innovative, and memorable.



“This is an incredible moment for the entire team at Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino, and especially for Stratos,” said Takudzwa Nyandoro, acting general manager of Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino. ”To win Namibia’s Best Restaurant award for the second year running, while simultaneously seeing one of our own chefs, Timotheus Thomas, achieve a major individual title is proof that we are consistently hitting the right balance. Stratos is more than just a restaurant; it’s Windhoek’s premier social hub, stylish, elevated, and now officially the best in the country. We invite everyone to come experience the taste of a champion.”