Today, we are cooking Slovenian!

Are you thinking about making use of your free time to try out a new recipe? Prepare a typical Slovenian dish. A distinctive feature of Slovenia is that it brings together so many different worlds in just a small part of Europe. In cuisine, too. There are 24 gastronomic regions in Slovenia and there is something for every taste – from meat to seafood, from stews to delicious desserts. So, what will you cook up today?

Delicious dishes from the foot of the Alps

Alpine Slovenia boasts many great cheeses that mirror the purity of the pristine nature of mountain pastures. Many dishes with dough and filled with rich fillings made out of local ingredients find their way to the table. Or maybe you fancy a stew. You can also try delicious freshwater fish that swim in the crystal clear waters.

Diversity in the heart of Slovenia

In Ljubljana and Central Slovenia, the culinary landscape is very diverse. Different types of cakes and kasha, be it savoury or sweet, are common here. Even some meat dishes have a more "mushy" name.

Among the springs of healthy waters and the grain fields

If you are looking for a hearty dish, you can always rely on a recipe from the Thermal Pannonian region of Slovenia. Taste its famous rich dessert and different cakes, which are complemented by the delicious meat products and dishes, vegetable dishes accompanied by a glass of fine wine or refreshing natural mineral water.

Smells like the Mediterranean

Treat yourself to gourmet dishes the taste of which are defined by the sea, bora wind and the mild Mediterranean climate. Season your seafood dishes with the unique Piran sea salt and the protected extra virgin olive oil from Slovenian Istria. Experience the unique taste of the protected meat products of the Karst region, especially the Kraški pršut (Karst prosciutto). Feel nature's power in the vegetable dishes and excellent wines of the Primorska wine-growing region.

Interested in making a potica?

Let us give you a recipe for the most popular Slovenian dessert, which should not be missing on the festive table. You may be even tempted to make it yourself.

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