Welcome to the heart of Bihor County, a place where traditions and tastes will delight your senses in very special ways. This region, a harmonious blend of history, culture and nature, invites you to experience a symphony of flavors and traditions.
Start the day with a traditional Romanian breakfast with fresh homemade bread, grocery products and dairy products from the area, sweetened with 100% natural honey from Ionuț Popa from Spinuș de Pomezeu.
Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Pălincăria in Tulca, which organizes tastings right in the gazebo in the yard, along with steaming pies, the Grădina de vară Salonta or the Slavia restaurant also in Salonta, places where you can try delicious dishes, from goulash to cauldron to Slovak pie.
In Oradea, we recommend you to cross the threshold of La nuci restaurants - famous for the traditional Bihor recipies on the menu - and To Chefs, the place where gastronomy is taken to the level of art.
Explore the Huta Slavia Complex in Sinteu, not only a special gastronomic stop, but also a place where Slovak history comes alive. Here you can enjoy traditional dishes cooked from local products, taste the pies made right in the restored and working water mill, or you can join the workshops of blacksmithing or glassmaking, depending on the season. It's a unique opportunity to connect with local history and crafts.
The dishes from Bihor are a perfect fusion of cultures and tastes. Each recipe, from Slovak mushroom soup (Hribovica) to potato stew (Polesniak), ciolent and plum gumbots, will tell you about the soul of this region.
Attend local festivals and markets, such as the Sarmale Festival or the best goulash cooking competition, to experience the culinary richness of the area and connect with the local community. These events are treasures of the Crișuri area and represent an excellent opportunity to enrich your culinary and cultural experience.
One of the most authentic culinary experiences you can enjoy here is the Slovak mushroom soup known as Hribovica. This soup, with a long tradition in the Slovak community of northern Bihor, is more than just a dish – it is an integral part of the local culture and culinary traditions.
Preparing the Hribovica recipe is a process that begins with the selection of dried mushrooms. They are soaked to regain their texture and flavor. While the mushrooms are rehydrating, the potatoes are peeled and cut, and the onions are chopped and lightly sautéed in lard or oil. Hydrated mushrooms are then added to the pot, along with potatoes and spices, creating a robust and flavorful base.
The secret to this soup is making flour and milk curd, which is added to the pot to thicken the soup and give it a creamy texture. Towards the end, the soup is enriched with cream, turning it into a comforting dish rich in taste. Served warm, Hribovica is more than a soup – it's a warm embrace of Bihorean traditions.
The area of Crisuri awaits you to discover its secrets and create unforgettable memories in a fairytale setting, full of authentic tastes, aromas and traditions.
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