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A glass of rakia on a wooden table
Food & Drink

New Rakia Brand 'Draga' Taps into Bulgarian Tradition

A new rakia brand called Draga has been launched, inspired by the drink's deep roots in Bulgarian culture and its role in shared moments with family and friends, according to Dnevnik.bg.
A small copper cezve and a white cup of dark coffee on a rustic wooden table.
Food & Drink

Bulgarian Coffee Culture: A Guide to the Strong Brew

From thick Turkish-style coffee boiled in a cezve to modern espresso, Bulgaria’s coffee ritual is a daily pause for reflection and connection.
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.
Performers in traditional Bulgarian costumes dancing at an outdoor festival
Culture

Koprivshtitsa: Bulgaria's Grand Festival of Folklore

Every five years, the historic town of Koprivshtitsa hosts one of Bulgaria's most spectacular celebrations of traditional music, dance and costume.
Traditional Bulgarian pitka bread with decorative dough patterns on a wooden board
Food & Drink

Pitka: Bulgaria's Round Bread for Rituals and Feasts

Pitka is more than a loaf: this round, decorated bread marks births, weddings and holidays. Learn its symbolism and how it's baked.