We find ourselves in the gourmet space of the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon, a luxurious, iconic hotel which, however, does not deprive the restaurant of having its own character and separate entrance. This establishment, whose name comes from the term “curation” (curators who safeguard art), has an open kitchen facing the dining room, advocating a modern, bold and balanced cuisine, with thoughtful creations and a surprising level of technical control. The offering is presented exclusively as a surprise tasting menu: ORIGENS (“Origins”) (5 or 10 courses), with the possibility of vegetarian versions, where seasonality is always paramount. Memorable creations? We really liked the fish dish (Wreckfish | Goan curry | Green beans | Cockles) and the multi-textured dessert (Bread and Fruit | Pineapple | Malt | Yeast | Molasses bread), which is always finished with a flair, tableside.