Summer Community Kitchen: Slovenian Dishes (in English)

You are warmly invited to the Community Kitchen, an interactive culinary experience where local and international participants come together to explore Slovenian culture through food. Together, we will discover how Slovenian cuisine developed at the crossroads of Alpine, Pannonian, and Mediterranean worlds, where simple, seasonal ingredients intertwine with traditions passed down through generations.

During the workshop, we will prepare three traditional dishes that vividly reflect the diversity of Slovenia’s culinary landscape:

• Savory cottage cheese štruklji, one of the most recognizable Slovenian dishes. Rooted in the Central European tradition of rolled dough dishes, štruklji have evolved in Slovenia into many variations—served either as a savory side dish or a dessert.
• Ričet, a hearty stew made from barley, legumes, and vegetables, reflecting the modesty and ingenuity of traditional rural kitchens.
• Sweet štruklji with raisins and butter-toasted breadcrumbs.

Through hands-on cooking, tasting, and conversation, we will create a space for sharing knowledge, stories, and experiences, while developing community cooking as a contemporary social practice. The workshop will be held in English and is open to a wide range of participants, with particular attention given to inclusivity.

Join us in co-creating an open and collaborative environment, where food becomes a shared language of connection.

The Summer Community Kitchen is a continuation of a pilot project launched this spring in the Cooking Lab of Center Rog, in collaboration with ZRC SAZU and immigrant associations in Slovenia. The project aims to foster connection through food, the exchange of experiences, and the exploration of diverse cultures.

About the Mentors

The workshop will be led by mentors from the Cooking Lab.

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Participants should gather 15 minutes before the start of the programme in the entrance lobby of Center Rog. Please store personal belongings in the lockers that will be shown to you by the mentor. Please arrive on time, as late entry into the lab cannot be guaranteed due to disruption of the working process.

The programme is intended for participants aged 14 and above unless otherwise stated.

In case of cancellation, you will be notified two days before the scheduled start.

If you are unable to attend, fees are non-refundable and the date cannot be changed. Participation may be transferred to another person, provided you inform us at least 24 hours before the start at kuhanje@center-rog.si.

We look forward to your company and to creating together!