Traditional Bulgarian Culinary Experience at Serdika Nook
A unique opportunity awaits in Sofia as you step into the inviting atmosphere of a local home. Under the guidance of professional chef Svilen, delve into the rich flavors and traditions of Bulgarian cuisine. The evening features a celebratory meal filled with local ingredients, where you'll savor dishes like 'gyuveche' and roasted pumpkin crème caramel. Engage with Svilen while he prepares your four course meal in front of you, and shares stories and insights behind each dish. You will leave with a deeper appreciation for Bulgarian culture and culinary heritage.





A unique opportunity awaits in Sofia as you step into the inviting atmosphere of a local home. Under the guidance of professional chef Svilen, delve into the rich flavors and traditions of Bulgarian cuisine. The evening features a celebratory meal filled with local ingredients, where you'll savor dishes like 'gyuveche' and roasted pumpkin crème caramel. Engage with Svilen while he prepares your four course meal in front of you, and shares stories and insights behind each dish. You will leave with a deeper appreciation for Bulgarian culture and culinary heritage.
Itinerary
Meet your host, Svilen, a professional chef with international experience, at Serdika Nook. Enjoy a traditional Bulgarian welcome and introduction to the experience. Learn about Bulgaria's culinary traditions, local ingredients and regional influences. Discover how food, family recipes and seasonal produce play an important role in Bulgarian life.
Watch as Svilen prepares a series of typical Bulgarian dishes, demonstrating traditional cooking techniques. Ask questions, get involved and pick up tips you can recreate at home.
Enjoy the freshly prepared food as it is prepared. Discover traditional Bulgarian ingredients, drinks and food customs, with stories and insights that bring the country's culinary heritage to life. Sample traditional rakia, relax around the table and experience the warmth of Bulgarian hospitality.
Leave with a greater appreciation of Bulgarian cuisine, new culinary knowledge and inspiration to recreate a little taste of Bulgaria in your own kitchen.
This is a private, intimate experience for a maximum of four guests, hosted in a real home rather than a commercial cooking school.
What's included
- A Bulgarian traditional drink, rakia is included. Bulgarian wine by the bottle can be ordered at additional cost.
- Soft drinks
- Recipe sheet
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Four course Bulgarian celebratory meal
Meeting point
The experience is hosted at Serdika Nook at the Pirotska 3 trading center. Enter the trading center, take the stairs on the left to the first floor, you will see the bright green door of Serdika Nook directly opposite the stairs as you ascend.
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The experience is hosted at Serdika Nook at the Pirotska 3 trading center. Enter the trading center, take the stairs on the left to the first floor, you will see the bright green door of Serdika Nook directly opposite the stairs as you ascend.
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In-person guide: English
Travellers
- Traveler (12–120)
Options
- Traditional Bulgarian Culinary Experience at Serdika Nookfrom €350
In-person guide: English
Additional information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.