In Slovenia, sustainability and gastronomy go hand in hand. Get to know destinations that particularly promote sustainable gastronomy.
The family of destinations that can boast the Slovenia Green sustainability label is growing every year. It currently features almost 60 members who care about their environment, local tradition and green future.
Some of the certified destinations have taken a step further and decided to pay extra attention to including sustainable practices in gastronomy. They are committed to the basic principles of sustainable culinary art.
Destinations that have decided to focus on sustainable gastronomy follow certain criteria that ensure their sustainable conduct.
A destination manages gastronomy comprehensively and has established a local quality label or a similar system for quality control.
A destination connects providers with local producers and processors and promotes the use of seasonal and local foodstuffs and, by doing so, supports short supply chains.
A destination organises various events and shows promoting sustainable gastronomy.
A destination develops and promotes gastronomic experiences.
A destination actively raises the awareness of its visitors and residents about local gastronomic specialties and principles of sustainable gastronomy.
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The best that individual areas in Slovenia have to offer is joined by local labels of quality and authenticity and by choosing them you contribute to sustainability. Brands that, in addition to culinary delicacies, also frequently include handicrafts, culinary experiences, events and providers, are the guarantee that a certain product is made from local ingredients and produced by locals, and that it reflects local tradition and the creativity of people from a certain destination. You can look for labelled local specialties in the sale corners of tourist and information centres and directly from providers.
Not only destinations, but individual providers are also increasingly opting for a sustainable approach. Local ingredients have become a law that is increasingly respected in the kitchens of Slovenian restaurants and taverns. Many chefs have dusted off the recipe books of their grandmothers and given them a touch of their youthful boldness. Responsibility and delicious flavours merge into a unique symphony on the plate.
As you discover all the delicacies of Slovenian cuisine, you will learn how strongly we are connected with nature. How every bite tells its own story about Slovenian tradition and innovativeness and wakes up your senses.
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