A Testimonial to Our Exquisite Cuisine

As a luxury travel company, we always ask our guests about their favorite experiences in Romania. Their answers provide a testimonial to our exquisite cuisine. The resounding answer in 2024 has been clear: the food. Romania is a hidden gem in the world of culinary delights, offering a vibrant tapestry of flavors that leaves visitors enchanted.

The Allure of Romanian Cuisine: A Testimonial

“Totally surprising, delicious, fresh”. “Never in my wildest dreams did I expect to be so impressed by the food and wine” . These are just two of the latest raving testimonials we’ve received in the past two months. Our guests consistently rave about the culinary experiences Romania offers. You can see for yourself on our testimonials page.

“It is too hard to pick just one favorite experience during my visit to Romania. But of all the things we saw, I think our favorite experiences were the times we gathered around the table, hearing Romanian stories and tasting traditional Romanian foods, prepared by locals. These were incredibly special moments… (Like in Viscri, in Breb…)” Emily and Cait told us just last week.

A Melting Pot of Flavors

A delightful fusion, Romanian cuisine is influenced by various cultures, much like our language. You’ll find hints of Turkish, Greek, Hungarian, German, and Slavic flavors, creating a truly unique culinary tapestry. This diversity makes our food stand out and keeps people coming back for more.

Artisanal Traditions and Fresh Ingredients

We take immense pride in our artisanal food traditions. They are a testimonial to our exquisite cuisine. We prepare every dish with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. From handmade cheeses and cured meats to locally produced wines and spirits. Romania is a haven for farm-to-table dining experiences, ensuring that every meal bursts with fresh and flavorful ingredients.

Comfort Food That Warms the Soul

Another testimonial to our exquisite cuisine are the great ingredients which form the foundation of our beloved comfort foods. Whether it’s a hearty stew like tocanita, the infamous sarmale (cabbage rolls stuffed with meat and rice), or grilled trout with garlic sauce and polenta, each dish celebrates our rich culinary heritage. For dessert, cozonac (a sweet bread filled with nuts and dried fruit) and papanasi (fried doughnuts topped with sour cream and jam) offer a taste of paradise.

Simplicity and Seasonality

What makes Romanian food so special and delicious is its simplicity. Each dish celebrates fresh seasonal ingredients and straightforward preparation, allowing the natural flavors to shine through. Menus change because the land does. What appears on the table in spring is different from what appears in autumn.

This is why certain dishes feel so grounded. Sarmale taste one way in winter and another in early autumn. Cozonac belongs to specific moments, not everyday life. Even simple salads reflect what was picked that morning.

For travelers used to choice without limits, this restraint feels new. For locals, it is simply normal. Romanian cuisine does not aim for abundance. It aims for alignment with what is available and that discipline gives it clarity.

Food as Memory and Belonging

Food in Romania easily inspires a sense of belonging. What many travelers remember most is not a specific dish, but the feeling of being included. Romanian food often appears in moments of gathering rather than presentation. Tables fill gradually, conversations stretch and plates are passed instead of explained.

Over the past year, again and again, our guests told us that the meals felt less like dining and more like participation. Food became a way of listening, of understanding rhythm and of entering local life without performance. Whether shared in a village kitchen or prepared outdoors, meals offered something rare in modern travel: time without agenda.