The Spicy Blog

Only Balkan women knew how to man the grill, and the men had to listen.

Only Balkan women knew how to man the grill, an...

My baka in the 70s grilling and probably telling my Deda da ćuti so she can take care of business (Cover photo). Growing up, I watched the women who raised me cook up...

Only Balkan women knew how to man the grill, an...

My baka in the 70s grilling and probably telling my Deda da ćuti so she can take care of business (Cover photo). Growing up, I watched the women who raised me cook up...

About the Spicy Balkan

About the Spicy Balkan

It all began at family BBQs, where stories flowed as freely as Rakija and every plate was made with love. My ajvar quickly became everyone’s favorite, and that’s when The...

About the Spicy Balkan

It all began at family BBQs, where stories flowed as freely as Rakija and every plate was made with love. My ajvar quickly became everyone’s favorite, and that’s when The...

What is Ajvar?

What is Ajvar?

The Balkan Caviar you need to try!Ajvar (pronounced eye-var) is a roasted red pepper and eggplant spread or side dish. We like to call this, vegan caviar. The journey of...

What is Ajvar?

The Balkan Caviar you need to try!Ajvar (pronounced eye-var) is a roasted red pepper and eggplant spread or side dish. We like to call this, vegan caviar. The journey of...