Ledene kocke, Chocolate Ice Cubes and Chestnut Mousse
Discover ledene kocke, a classic Serbian dessert featuring chocolate sponge, creamy layers, and glaze. I share a unique, lighter twist on this Balkan treat by substituting dense, traditional creams...
View ArticleCroatia’s Stars, Part 6: Monte
Monte, a renowned restaurant in Rovinj, Croatia, started as a family tavern in 1985 and rose to modern culinary fame under chef Danijel Đekić. Earning Croatia’s first Michelin star in 2017, it blends...
View ArticleSlovenian Natural Wines
A report on my visits to four major producers of Slovenian natural wine: Movia, Klabjan, Organic Anarchy, and Zorjan. The post Slovenian Natural Wines first appeared on Food Perestroika.
View ArticleSarajevo Baklava
One of my favorite desserts, found in all the countries that once experienced Ottoman rule. Each region has its own version of baklava, and in the Bosnian one, the walnuts alternate with layers of...
View ArticleIstrian Monkfish Goulash
A hybrid goulash featuring monkfish, parenci pasta, and pickled peppers, fusing recipes from Slovenia, Croatia, and Italy. The post Istrian Monkfish Goulash first appeared on Food Perestroika.
View ArticleHappy Holidays 2025
Happy holidays! Some meal ideas for your dinner table, and my top 5 most popular posts of 2025. The post Happy Holidays 2025 first appeared on Food Perestroika.
View ArticleChocolate-Olive Oil Cake and Truffle-Honey Ice Cream
Istria is renowned for truffles, and the region's culinary scene celebrates them with various dishes and products. This unique dessert recipe features a chocolate-olive oil cake paired with...
View ArticleMarinated Langoustines with Skuta and Lemon Emulsion
A recipe inspired by my meal at Draga di Lovrana, featuring marinated langoustines served with skuta and a rich lemon emulsion. The langoustines are paired with a unique langoustine-paprika focaccia to...
View ArticleSkuta, Slovenian and Istrian Farmer Cheese
Skuta, a popular farmer cheese in Slovenia and Croatia, is super easy to make. The resulting cheese has a mild flavor and can be enjoyed fresh or marinated with honey and olive oil. The post Skuta,...
View ArticleCroatia’s Stars, Part 5: The Haunting of Draga di Lovrana
The Draga di Lovrana, in Istria, is a haunted hotel whose restaurant gained a Michelin star, only for the owners to return it, Read on to find out what food is like on a fast-sinking boat. The post...
View ArticleCroatia’s Stars, Part 4: Return to Boškinac
The Boškinac restaurant on the island of Pag showcases chef Matija Bregeš's Michelin-starred cuisine. The "Essence of the Island" menu features inventive dishes highlighting local flavors, all...
View ArticleVenison Wellington, NSK Style
The NSK State finally has a national dish! Inspired by the imagery of the Laibach and IRWIN groups, my Venison Wellington is a decadent dish worthy of Predjama or Ljubljana Castle. The post Venison...
View ArticleOrange Wine Vinegar
Slovenia produces a lot of orange wine. This inspired me to make my own vinegar with a unique twist and a vibrant color. The post Orange Wine Vinegar first appeared on Food Perestroika.
View ArticleBon App & Tito, Released May 15th
My new cookbook, Bon App & Tito, is coming out in France on May 15th! The post Bon App & Tito, Released May 15th first appeared on Food Perestroika.
View ArticleSlovenia’s Stars, Part 3: Hiša Franko
In the small Slovenian town of Kobarid, in the Julian Alps, Ana Roš has been running Hiša Franko since 2002, transforming it from a traditional inn into a restaurant with 3 Michelin stars. The post...
View ArticleHappy Holidays 2024
Happy holidays! An update on what I've been up to, plus my top 5 most popular posts of 2024. The post Happy Holidays 2024 first appeared on Food Perestroika.
View ArticleSlovenian Žlikrofi and Onion Textures
One of Slovenia's most popular dishes, Idrijan žlikrofi are bicorne-hat-shaped ravioli filled with potatoes, onions, and bacon. My recipe adds onion textures inspired by the Strelec restaurant in...
View ArticleNew Cookbook Announcement
My new cookbook on the countries of the former Yugoslavia and Albania. The post New Cookbook Announcement first appeared on Food Perestroika.
View ArticleSlovenia’s Stars, Part 2: Strelec
Located in the Archers’ Tower in Ljubljana Castle, Strelec serves local, seasonal ingredients with a focus on flavor pairings and textures. The post Slovenia’s Stars, Part 2: Strelec first appeared on...
View ArticleHappy Holidays 2023
Happy holidays! A selection of the best holiday-friendly recipes I posted over the past 12 months, plus my top 5 most popular posts of 2023. The post Happy Holidays 2023 first appeared on Food...
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