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 “Priedes krogs” saloonThe saloon is the Latvian Open-Air Ethnographic Museum. It is an historical saloon that was transported to the museum from Vecumnieki, preserving the smokestack, bread oven, etc. Dining can be accompanied with demonstration of crafts and performances by local musical groups. Latvian weddings are organised here, as well. Latvian cuisine: Sprat sandwiches, lampreys, stuffed pike, a dish of three types of onions, bull testicles in a creamy sauce, grilled piglet, homemade country bread, soup cooked on a campfire, pancakes. Special foods: Priede saloon roast in loganberry marinade. |
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Estonia
Viitna TavernViitna Tavern is one of the few 19th C tavern and post station buildings preserved in Estonia to date. Originally landlords and other rich folk had their rooms and a horse stable in the building’s left wing; today it is a canteen and Estonian handicraft shop. The right wing was for peasant folk chambers and a stable; today it houses a restaurant featuring national dishes on its menu. |
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KAFEJNICA "BEMBERI" (RAINA IELA 7)The cafe in the centre of Saulkrasti. There are offered not only baked goods, but hot meals as well. The Latvian-style kebabs made here are very popular among the citizens of Saulkrasti and town guests. The cafe offers high chairs for children. Working hours in the summer: 8:00 – 20:00, from September to May: 8:00 – 18:00 |
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Latvia
Kafejnica - kulinarija "Maza Raganina"Atrodas skaistā vietā – pašā Daugavas krastā. Ēdina, klāj galdus, piedāvā braucienus ar kuģīti pa Daugavu. |
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The “Sturitis” café in TalsiThe café is located in the centre of Talsi, near Church Square, not far from Talsi lake. Latvian cuisine: Bean, sorrel and chilled soup, grit or pea porridge, sautéed vegetables and meat, homemade steak haché, grey peas with bacon, pork ribs, potato pancakes, whipped fool, fruit juice gelatine with milk. |
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EklersA hospitable café and bakery, located in the very centre of Sigulda. The offer includes salads, soups and other hot dishes, as well as pastries and cakes. |
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The “Aveni” saloonThe saloon is opposite the Machinery Museum on the edge of Bauska. The nationally historical interior allows visitors to comfortably feel different than others. Latvian cuisine: Oatmeal, milk soup, pumpkin soup, cold beet soup, homemade steak haché, potato pancakes, crepes, bread soup. |
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Estonia
Home café and store TILLUTillu is a home café located in Põlva farm store. The place has a slightly eclectic, bohemian vibe, but is warm and cosy at the same time. Pastries and pies are made here every day, therefore the place is filled with pleasant aromas. |
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Latvia
Rezidence Kafe VentaThe café is located right by the old brick bridge of Kuldīga and boasts a wonderful view over Ventas Rapid, the widest waterfall in Europe. Offers grilled dishes in summer, as well as burgers, steaks, shashlik and pastries. |
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The “Bemberi” bakery and caféThe bakery and cafe in Saulkrasti – not far from Saulkrasti railway station. The baker offers pierogi, cakes and other baked goods, as well as dishes for all meals. A second café can be found at Raiņa Street 7 in Saulkrasti. Latvian cuisine: Cold soup, potato salad, sauerkraut, homemade steak haché, grey peas and bacon. Special foods: Pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven. |
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