BALKAN's

BALKAN'S TRADITIONAL FOODS

The Balkans boast a rich culinary tradition with a diverse range of traditional dishes. Some of the most popular and iconic traditional foods from the Balkans include:

AJVAR

Ajvar is a popular condiment in the Balkans, made with roasted red bell peppers, eggplant, and olive oil. It is typically used as a spread or side dish and can range in flavor from sweet to piquant to very hot. It is usually prepared in mid-autumn when bell peppers are at their freshest and most abundant. Ajvar exists in various forms throughout the Balkans where it goes by different names like ljutenica, pindjur, zacusc, and kyopolou

OPSKA SALATA

Opska salata is a quintessential Balkan salad, traditionally hailing from Bulgaria and North Macedonia. It is a simple and fresh salad consisting of chopped tomatoes, cucumber, and onion topped with white brine cheese. Seasoning is simple, with just a little salt, extra virgin olive oil, and maybe some vinegar. This salad is perfect for hot summer afternoons and is typically served as a side dish

ĆEVABI

Ćevapi, also known as Ćevapčići, are a kind of skinless sausage or spicy minced meatball, made from lamb, beef, or pork and well grilled. They are considered one of the most traditional Balkan foods and are enjoyed throughout the Balkans, often served with flatbread, onions, and ajvar on the side

PLJESKAVICA

Pljeskavica is essentially a Balkan twist on the hamburger and is more or less like a flattened, round version of Ćevapi. It is a patty made with a mixture of meats such as pork, beef, lamb, and onions. It is grilled and served with onions, kajmak, and sometimes a chili sauce. It is a common dish in the Balkans and is recommended for anyone visiting the region

RAKIJA

Rakija is a type of strong fruit brandy enjoyed as a digestif everywhere in the Balkans. It is a popular alcoholic beverage in the region and is an integral part of Balkan culinary culture

VRANAC GRAPES & WINE

Vranac is an ancient grape variety native to Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia. Vranac is considered the most important grape variety in Montenegro. The grape produces a dense, dark red wine with notes of vanilla, blackberry pie and creme de cassis. Vranac is grown in Cemovsko Field, the largest single piece of vineyard in Europe. This vineyard is located in the Podgorica wine region, at the southern end of Lake Skadar. Here, the sunny climate provides ideal conditions for growing excellent and juicy grape crops. Cemovsko Field belongs to the Montenegrin company 13.Jul Plantaže, which was founded in 1963. This vineyard aims to combine its rich heritage in wine production with the contemporary needs of its customers and produces a range of wines and grape brandies to suit every taste. The vineyard produces one of the widest selections of wines sourced from Montenegro, including an award-winning fresh and floral white crnogorski sauvignon and three different types of vranac. Guests can visit the vineyard for a tour of its vast land and have a chance to taste a few bottles from a large wine cellar

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