This Sofia nightspot name literally translates to 'lipstick' and clubbers will certainly need to pucker up to get past the strict "face control" door policy.

Club Chervilo is the popular hangout of the capital's elite, from film stars to pop performers and a host of models and moneyed businessmen thrown in too.

While access may be problematic for more humble clientele, once inside the extra effort pays off with a visual feast of red velvet furnishing and decadent design.

The venue incongruously forms part of the Military Club building and comprises four separate rooms known as the White Hall, Gold Room, Terrace and Tech House.

Unsurprisingly, the latter becomes a weekend dance mecca with banging house beats and throngs of eager clubbers.

For a more chilled vibe, head here on Wednesdays to take part in Latino night. Jugs of sangria and sexy salsa lessons help bring the hot Latin spirit to the heart of eastern Europe.

Warm up for a big night with pre-Chervilo drinks at either Dali or the Intermezzo and Piano Bars in the capital's swanky Kempinski Hotel.