A speciality of Gjirokastra, qifqi are rice balls (similar to Italian Arancini) that are flavoured with herbs and bound together with eggs. Easy to make, qifqi are the perfect vegetarian snack, especially when dipped in ajvar (a sauce made from roasted capsicum). Qifqi Recipe Makes: 26 Ingredients: 1 cup medium-grain […]
Wedged between the Accursed Mountains and the glittering Lake Shkodra, many travellers only use the town of Shkodra as a gateway for the Albanian Alps or as a stopover on the way to Montenegro. However, this refreshing town is definitely worth a visit! Here, we’ve put together 5 facts about […]
One of the best things about travelling and experiencing the world is trying the foods and flavours that other countries are known for. Perhaps due to not being on the regular European tourist trail, the cuisine in Albania seems to have flown under the radar. However, don’t let this lack […]
One of the oldest cities in Europe, and arguably the most attractive urban centre in Albania, Shkodra is the perfect location for lovers of history, culture and art. It’s usually a thoroughfare for travellers headed to Tirana and Montenegro, but it’s worth spending a couple of days here to soak […]
Grab some vowels and your inner James Bond as you uncover a myriad of exotic cultures in Eastern Europe. Bursting at the seams with history, culture and natural beauty, your next discovery is never further than just around the corner. From making a splash under the Krka Waterfalls in Croatia […]