Quest Bulgaria

Medenki are home-made biscuits which form a very large part of Bulgarian Christmas festivities. There are many versions available but this is the traditional one using honey. These easy to make biscuits are a firm favourite with children and adults alike!

If you are a lover of fine wines then a trip to the the area around the town of Sliven is a must.

As the cooler weather approaches in Bulgaria this hearty, warming soup is there to be enjoyed  this winter, using simple ingredients and taking little time to prepare.

This is the time of year in Bulgaria where those with fig trees should be harvesting them, and those without should consider buying the wonderful, ripe figs currently at market. What to do with all these natures of wonder?

If you own a property in the country or live in Bulgaria you will be aware that August and September is a time of abundance and a plethora of magnificent fruit and veg abounds. Time to stock up for winter and here are a couple of perfect recipes for the winter store cupboard. Bottling is a time-tested way of storing foods, using seasonal produce for a better diet and cheap cost of living.

Bulgaria's countryside is brimming with edible wild berries. They grow between spring and autumn by the roadsides, in the forests and on the meadows.

Rice dishes are extremely popular throughout homes in Bulgaria, and popular culinary delights on the traditional Bulgarian menu.