Unlike typical food tours, "Serbia on a Plate" is a carefully curated journey through the rich layers of Serbian culture and cuisine. Each tasting is tied to a story — from desserts invented in royal hotels to Ottoman-era sweets, Orthodox holiday traditions, and legendary street food. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this tour blends authentic flavors with historical insight, offering a truly immersive and meaningful experience of Belgrade.
Meeting point: Trg Republike, by the monument of Mikhailo Obrenovic.
We finish the tour next to the prominent Hotel Moskva.
We start a tour at one of the most busy places of the downtown - at Trg Republike. Many citizens come by this square when they head to the office in the morning or meet here their friends in the evening. So do we.
No food tour in Serbia is complete without tasting fresh burek! At the authentic bakery (pekara), try local's favorite breakfast: crispy filo dough stuffed with meat, cheese, or even chocolate. Our guide will explain the regional burek debate and introduce you to popara, a simple yet nostalgic dish from a rural area.
Wander through a vibrant local market brimming with fresh produce, cured meats, and artisanal cheeses. Taste ajvar, homemade kajmak, and smoked prosciutto while discovering what Serbians cook at home. Our guide will show you the secrets of seasonal cuisine and the key ingredients that define Serbian flavor.
Stroll down Belgrade’s most bohemian street, Skadarska, where music, poetry, and strong spirits meet. Have a sample of homemade rakija (fruit brandy) and learn how Serbs drink with soul. From grape to plum, quince to honey – each sip tells a story. Raise a glass, say Živeli! and soak in the living spirit of Serbian hospitality. NB: Drinking spirits is optional and not included in the price of our tour. The service is for adults only. Please, drink responsibly.
Explore how Serbia’s Orthodox calendar shapes its national cuisine. From Christmas feast to Slava rituals, our guide will reveal how spirituality is deeply woven into the Serbian diet. Learn whom Serbs celebrate on the 14th of February (spoiler: it is not Saint Valentine) and write down authentic recipe of orthodox boiled Easter eggs.
Step into Belgrade’s oldest sweet shop placed next to the historical building of the National Assembly. Discover how the founder made boza, baklava, and krempita popular in the city. While our guide unveils rich history of the place, enjoy a scoop of traditional ice cream or sip boza, a rare fermented Balkan drink. This stop definitly immerses you in Belgrade’s culinary legacy.
We finish our culinary adventure next to the legendary Hotel Moskva, one of Belgrade’s most luxurious heritage buildings. Our guide will share stories of prominent guests, Nobel laureates, and cinematic legends who once dined here. Then, enjoy the sweet elegance of Austro-Hungarian patisserie with a Balkan twist, have a slice of Belgrade's most beloved cake, created with original recipe.
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