#banitsa

A Guide to Bulgarian New Year: Survakane, Banitsa with Lucky Charms and More
From breaking bread with hidden fortunes to the gentle tap of survakane, Bulgarian New Year is rich in warmth and symbolism.

Banitsa: Bulgaria's Beloved Cheese Pie and How to Make It at Home
Learn about banitsa, the flaky Bulgarian cheese pie enjoyed at breakfast, celebrations, and everyday meals, with a simple step-by-step recipe.

Sirene: Bulgaria's White Brined Cheese and Its Place on the Table
From shopska salad to banitsa, Bulgaria's crumbly white cheese appears at almost every meal. Here is what makes sirene special and how it is traditionally made and enjoyed.

Banitsa: A Guide to Bulgaria's Beloved Cheese Pastry
From breakfast tables to festive celebrations, banitsa is Bulgaria's most cherished pastry. Here's what to know before you try it.

Banitsa: Bulgaria's Beloved Filo Pastry and How to Make It at Home
A guide to Bulgaria's iconic layered pastry, from its everyday role to the New Year's fortune-telling tradition, with a simple method for your own kitchen.

How to Make Bulgarian Banitsa: A Guide to the Country's Favourite Pastry
Banitsa is a golden, flaky pastry layered with cheese, eggs and yogurt. Learn about its fillings, traditions and how to make it at home.

Banitsa Explained: Bulgaria's Beloved Breakfast Pastry
Flaky, cheesy and eaten at almost every hour of the day, banitsa is the pastry that defines Bulgarian bakeries. Here is what goes into it and how to order well.