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.
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Latvia
The “Eglaines” guesthouseThe guesthouse is on the shore of the Ancient Amata River Valley, and it was built with natural materials – local dolomite blocks. It serves ecological foods, including potatoes grown in bio-humus, wild berries and mushrooms, and country treats and greens from the guesthouse’s own garden. Latvian cuisine: Baked and grilled trout, beefsteak, wild mushroom and chanterelle sauce. Special foods: A puffy Eglaine cake made of rural eggs, pecan cake with ice cream. |
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The “Fon Meks” restaurantThe 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. |
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The “Mazais Ansis” saloonThe saloon is on the edge of the Murjāņi-Valka road (A3) in a two-story log building with a terrace. The interior design of Mazais Ansis fits the aura of a massive wooden structure and it is possible to look at old times’ instruments, household goods and harnesses. There is also a very valuable wooden wheel, which is one of the very few in Latvia. The saloon offers a sauna, a location for campfires and a children’s playground. It works with local farmers and manufacturers. Latvian cuisine: Valmiera salad, boiled tongue, grey peas, farmer’s breakfast, cold soup, filet of pike, roast lamb, grilled pork, stacked rye bread, strawberry crème with jam, rye bread, herbal teas. Special foods: Beef filet with potato pancakes. |
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The “Sturitis” café in MadonaLocated in the centre of Madona, the café offers foods based on fruit and vegetables from its own garden. |
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Estonia
TOOMEMÄE rural restaurant MAAGÕKÕNÕA light meal with pure taste, which was so common during the times of our grandmothers, is now considered a gourmet privilege. Meals characteristic to this region are served here. It goes without saying that ingredients are pure and from the vicinity. |
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Picerija "Stenders"The pizzeria is situated in Kuldiga, not far from the city’s historical centre. Stender’s pizzeria with its nice comfortable setting offers special Stender’s pizzas which are baked according to the old traditions of pizza-making, incorporating the best of nowadays’ recognitions. Undoubtedly, it is impossible to do without pancakes and pots, as well as second-course dishes. |
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Tavern PIE DZIRNAKMENAThe tavern and pastry shop is located near the Vidzeme highway, by the natural trails of Cecīļi and Ieriķi. Tourist Information Centre is also nearby. We offer traditional dishes and our specialities |
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Cafe "Milly"Atrodas ļoti skaistā vietā – Krimuldas muižas kompleksa teritorijā, vienā no muižas vēsturiskajām ēkām. Mājīgs interjers, mākslinieka J. Annmaņa apgleznotas sienas. Piedāvā turpat muižā darinātos mājas vīnus un „Muižas stipro”. Garšīgas tējas, uzkodas un siltie ēdieni. |
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Latvia
Misters BiskvitsA popular café, located in the centre of Sigulda, just opposite the railway station, that offers breakfast, salad, snacks and main courses. Natural and truly delicious pastries, cakes and culinary products. |
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Estonia
Home restaurant KIHNU KÜEKHome restaurant on Kihnu Island, where owners make rich meals, using the island's local ingredients, mainly fish. |
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