Catering

Saloons, cafes and other places in small towns and the countryside which offer tasty dishes made of local products and on the basis of traditional Latvian recipes – ones which differ from region to region.

  • Special programmes are offered to visitors, with meals, stories about holiday and everyday traditions, and songs. Sometimes visitors are involved in preparing the food.
  • Menus use local names for dishes along with explanations and a discussion of the local dialect.
  • Providers of Latvian foods also use ethnographic styles for interior design, as well as dishes, furniture, textiles, etc., from local craftspeople.
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Latvia

The “Gulbji” Selonian homestead

The “Gulbji” Selonian homestead is one of the very few places in Latvia where you can see a farm typical of the historical region of Selonia with its typical buildings. “Gulbji” is comparatively far from major roads and populated areas. It is on the so-called Dronku Island, not far from the beginning of the ancient Dviete River valley. The owners of “Gulbji” have collected a wealth of ancient household objects. Visitors can study the farm, examine a collection of medicinal plants, enjoy Selonian foods, or take a “black sauna.” It could be said that people at “Gulbji” have a natural farm which nurtures and maintains the traditions of the historical region.

Latvian cuisine: Crepes, grit soup, cream of potato soup, beans sautéed in a special sauce, fruit dessert, bread soup with whipped cream, tortes, herbal teas.

Special foods: Zeppelins.

Local lifestyle Agri Heritage Distance from countries capital city140 Active season months4-10 Accepts tourist groups Must register in advance Pre-order required Accepts individual travellers
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Latvia

The “Melnais Sivens” castle saloon

This medieval saloon is a true Middle Ages saloon situated on the premises of the Ventspils Castle of the Livonian Order, next to which the river Venta flows. The saloon is thoughtfully incorporated in the castle ensemble, the interior design and the foods that are served create a true feeling of the Middle Ages.

Latvian cuisine: Mutton soup, roast mutton, plaice filet, herring en papillote, homemade wines.

Distance from countries capital city188 Active season months1-12 Accepts tourist groups Accepts individual travellers This destination has specific opening hours which you must determine in advance
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Latvia

Outdoor Pizzeria / Pizza Baking School VINKALNI

The open-air pizzeria not far from Valmiera in Beverina district. It is an opportunity to spend time in the countryside, relax and take part in making real Italian pizza, where everyone has a chance to make a pizza according to one’s taste, baking it on open fire in a wooden stove. Available clear water and Italian wine, coffee and tea. Apart from pizzas, it is possible to buy tiramisu, having ordered it beforehand.

Horseback riding For parties Seminars Distance from countries capital city112 Active season months4-10 Dry toilet (if there is only the dry toilet) Accepts individual travellers Must register in advance Accepts tourist groups
Outdoor firepalceBBQPlace for tents Sports groundHorseback ridingHorseback riding instructorFootball fieldFacilities  appropriate for childrenBerry and mushroom pickingPicnick areaNature trailNature watching Nearest train station4kmNearest bus stop1kmNearest town Hosts speak EnglishHosts speak GermanHosts speak RussianOther languagesHosts can meet at the nearest station
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Lithuania

Berneliu uzeiga in town

Piedāvā ļoti gardus Lietuviešu tradicionālos ēdienus. Var pieņemt līdz 300 personām. Ir āra terase un dzīvā mūzika. Pieņem bankas kartes, pieejama autostāvvieta.

Distance from countries capital city104 Active season months1-12
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Latvia

The “Fon Meks” restaurant

The restaurant is in the Grand Hall of the restored Liepupe Estate. Ancient cooking traditions are merged with modern culinary methods. The restaurant works with local farmers and grows greens and herbs in its own garden. Guests are welcome to help with preparing foods on a wood-fired stove in the antique kitchen.

Latvian cuisine: Rye bread canapé, a plate of Latvian cheeses, country salad with greens, grilled seasonal vegetables, estate stock, local fish dishes, baked port chop, baked herb-crusted mutton.

Distance from countries capital city73 Active season months1-12 Accommodation available This destination has specific opening hours which you must determine in advance Accepts individual travellers Accepts tourist groups
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Latvia

The “Vilhelmines dzirnavas” saloon

The saloon is in the historical centre of Līgatne, alongside a pond, and in a building that was once home to the first Līgatne paper factory.

Latvian cuisine: Vidzeme stroganoff, grilled Kolka herring, grilled pork, Amata trout, potato pancakes with cream, pancakes with jam, beer, kvass.

Special foods: A special dessert.

Distance from countries capital city71 Active season months1-12 Accepts individual travellers This destination has specific opening hours which you must determine in advance Accepts tourist groups Accommodation available
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Estonia

Guest house PUISE NINA tavern KOGRE

A place where you can enjoy nature and food. The tavern Kogre got its name from Seven Fish Soup - crucian (koger), is the seventh fish. The owner is a fisherman, and together with his wife he prepares various dishes from his catch.

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Latvia

The “Plate” restaurant and saloon

As part of the Hotel Jelgava, the restaurant serves traditional Latvian dishes, as well as others. Musical evenings are organised.

Latvian cuisine: Steak of Latvian-bred ostrich.

Special foods: Corn chicken with spinach-potato mash and grilled new carrots.

Distance from countries capital city44 Active season months1-12 Accepts individual travellers This destination has specific opening hours which you must determine in advance Accommodation available Accepts tourist groups
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Latvia

Kafejnica "Uguntina"

The cafe is situated in the centre of Jekabpils city, not far from the river Daugava. They offer rooms for banquets and celebrations,as well as celebration organization services.

Working hours Mon-Thu: 10.00-22.30; Fri-Sat: 10.00-03.30; Sun 11.00 – 22.30

Distance from countries capital city136 Active season months1-12 Accepts individual travellers Accepts tourist groups This destination has specific opening hours which you must determine in advance
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Latvia

The “Kruzini” café

The café is located the Krūziņi guesthouse in the centre of Dundaga.

Latvian cuisine: Sauerkraut soup, grey peas with curdled milk, roast perch or cod, sorrel soup with potatoes.

Special foods: “A tower of cottage cheese” or crème from the ingredients of the Dundaga Dairy.

Distance from countries capital city150 Active season months1-12 Accommodation available This destination has specific opening hours which you must determine in advance Accepts individual travellers Accepts tourist groups
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