Plăcinte [plə’t͡ʃinte] – a traditional pastry that resembles a pie and that can have different kinds of stuffing, sweet or savoury.
We have so many types of plăcinte, enough to fill an entire cookbook. Here is the perfect recipe for this time period.
With its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Moldova offers a treasure trove of hidden gems for travelers seeking a rural escape. Among the serene countryside, there are six extraordinary tourist destinations that promise an unforgettable journey through local flavors, heritage, and natural beauty.
Stuffed pickled peppers are made with local seasonal vegetables. For making this preserve, my parents begin with covering their kitchen floor with plastic film and then start chopping the cabbage, carrots and onions.
Berd’s Restaurant hosted an exclusive luncheon that paid homage to the essence of the season. The event featured a specially crafted seasonal menu designed by the esteemed Michelin-starred Chef Oxana Crețu.
While Halloween isn’t typically celebrated in Moldova, there’s no reason you can’t enjoy the seasonal charm of a pumpkin pie with a Moldovan twist. This delightful recipe combines the creaminess of ricotta or cottage cheese with the comforting flavors of grated pumpkin, raisins, and a touch of sweetness.
Of all the eggplant preserves, this one is my favorite. You can serve it on a slice of bread or as a snack in a bowl, or pair it with a dish of baked potatoes and sheep’s cheese.
Raspberry and sea buckthorn preserves are used as cold remedies in Moldova. I prefer to use sea buckthorn in my hot beverages as a preventive measure for winter bugs. Inspired by some Canadian sea buckthorn dishes, I may experiment and use it in marmalade, jelly and sauces.
When the peak of the growing season arrives for Moldovan bell peppers, every city and village smells of fried peppers. I think there’s no Moldovan who can pass by this summer food with indifference. I would classify the smell of fried peppers as one of our traditional smells.
Whether it’s cooked with tomatoes, onions and oil, or with garlic and mayonnaise, during the winter with canned eggplant or with fresh seasonal eggplant in the autumn – eggplant salad is still one of my favourites Moldovan vegetable dishes.
Every country has celebrations of religion, patriotism, family, but here in Moldova we have a holiday that does not fall into these areas, but brings together all Moldovans to the same thought and this are: Moldovan National Wine Days.
