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A decorated cornel twig used for survakane, with colorful threads and dried fruits.
Lifestyle

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.

Slices of golden banitsa on a rustic plate
Food & Drink

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.

A block of white brined cheese on a rustic wooden board.
Culture

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.

A golden banitsa pastry with visible layers of cheese and filo
Travel

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.

A slice of golden banitsa on a plate
Culture

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.

A golden baked banitsa on a plate
Lifestyle

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.

Golden baked pastry cut into squares on a rustic tray
Food & Drink

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.