Gulbene – Rekova – Kārsava – Malnava – Rēzekne
The “Kotiņi” farm was established in 1992. Its principal activity is grain and seed production, starting from the preparation of the field for sowing up to the harvesting of cereals and the drying and processing of the harvested production. Each product made has its application, thus creating added value. The total cultivated land area is 3000 ha; 2200 ha of this area are taken up by highly certified seed fields, from which certified cereal and legume seeds are harvested and produced. In 2018, about 6,000 tonnes of certified grains were produced from the harvest. The farm also produces locally certified rye.
- A visit to “Dzīles” bakery
The “Dzīles” hostess prepares filling Latgalian dishes, offers country delicacies, and demonstrates how to bake cakes and pīrāgi to the visitors. “Dzīles” bread is one of its special dishes and a renowned symbol of Kārsava. The farm offers the visitors an opportunity to try out bread-baking according to the old traditions and to taste and purchase bread. The hostess has also researched the local Malnava manor and the bread traditions that were introduced by the lady of the manor. Both ancient and modern recipes are used in the baking of bread.
- An excursion and tasting at “Latgolys Šmakovka”
In one of the historic buildings of the Malnava Manor, Jānis Kritvežs, an energetic young Latgalian man, has created a Latgalian šmakovka distillery. There you can get to know the history of this drink, starting from the feudal era to the present day, as well as see various equipment used for šmakovka production (both home and industrial). The distilling of šmakovka involves grains, fruit, as well as various infusions.
- Dinner and accommodation in Rēzekne.
