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A Taste of the Balkans at Camp Nice New York

A Taste of the Balkans at Camp Nice New York

There’s nothing quite like the warmth of gathering around a table, sharing stories, laughter, and the flavors of home-cooked meals passed down through generations. At The Spicy Balkan, we believe...

A Taste of the Balkans at Camp Nice New York

There’s nothing quite like the warmth of gathering around a table, sharing stories, laughter, and the flavors of home-cooked meals passed down through generations. At The Spicy Balkan, we believe...

Pickling for Sustainability: A Time-Honored Tradition with Modern Benefits

Pickling for Sustainability: A Time-Honored Tra...

Pickling, an ancient method of food preservation dating back thousands of years, has long been cherished for its ability to extend the shelf life of perishable items and enhance their...

Pickling for Sustainability: A Time-Honored Tra...

Pickling, an ancient method of food preservation dating back thousands of years, has long been cherished for its ability to extend the shelf life of perishable items and enhance their...

Balkan BBQ Skewers

Balkan BBQ Skewers

INGREDIENTS: Balkan Seasoning Mix ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice Zest of 1 lemon ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 red onions, cut into large pieces 4 orange bell peppers,...

Balkan BBQ Skewers

INGREDIENTS: Balkan Seasoning Mix ⅓ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice Zest of 1 lemon ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil 3 red onions, cut into large pieces 4 orange bell peppers,...

Paprikaš with Dumplings / Paprikaš sa Knedlama

Paprikaš with Dumplings / Paprikaš sa Knedlama

Paprikaš is a traditional Eastern European dish that features meat and vegetables in a rich, paprika-flavored sauce. For a plant-based recipe, you can make this without meat and load up...

Paprikaš with Dumplings / Paprikaš sa Knedlama

Paprikaš is a traditional Eastern European dish that features meat and vegetables in a rich, paprika-flavored sauce. For a plant-based recipe, you can make this without meat and load up...

Pickling Workshop 2024

Pickling Workshop 2024

June 2, 2024, marked a significant day for culinary enthusiasts in Toronto as the first seasonal Spicy Balkan Pickling Workshop took place at That Toronto Studio loft, with its rustic charm...

Pickling Workshop 2024

June 2, 2024, marked a significant day for culinary enthusiasts in Toronto as the first seasonal Spicy Balkan Pickling Workshop took place at That Toronto Studio loft, with its rustic charm...

Only Balkan women knew how to man the grill, and the men had to listen.

Only Balkan women knew how to man the grill, an...

My baka in the 70s grilling and probably telling my Deda da ćuti so she can take care of business (Cover photo). Growing up, I watched the women who raised me cook up...

Only Balkan women knew how to man the grill, an...

My baka in the 70s grilling and probably telling my Deda da ćuti so she can take care of business (Cover photo). Growing up, I watched the women who raised me cook up...