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Welcome to our bakery blog, your go-to destination for the freshest news, press releases, and enticing Balkan Bakery blog posts.


Why Bartenders Love Brandy and Eaux-de-Vie: A Balkan Bakery Perspective
When it comes to spirits, few beverages carry the cultural significance, depth of flavor, and versatility of brandy and eaux-de-vie....
May 18


Experience the Magic of Marija Šerifović’s “Dolazi Ljubav” Concert in Chicago
Get ready, Chicago! The queen of Balkan pop and Eurovision legend, Marija Šerifović, is gracing the Windy City with her powerful voice...
Apr 29


Balkan Food Alternatives in 2025 to Try (Chicago)
When it comes to Balkan cuisine, there’s a rich tapestry of flavors, traditions, and history woven into every dish. From hearty pastries...
Apr 29


Celebrate Djurdjevdan with Balkan Bakery: A Feast for Your Slava Celebration
Djurdjevdan, or St. George's Day, is one of the most cherished Slava celebrations in Serbian Orthodox tradition. It marks the feast day...
Apr 29


Mamine Priče: Serbia’s Best Children’s Book Now Available at Balkan Bakery
At Balkan Bakery, we’re more than just a bakery—we’re a hub for culture, connection, and community. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce...
Apr 22


The Ultimate Guide to Balkan Food (2025)
When I think about Balkan food, I think of home. I think of the rich aromas wafting from my mother-in-law Olja’s kitchen, the laughter of...
Apr 22


6 Balkan Food Ideas to Upgrade Your Lifestyle
Food is more than just sustenance—it’s a way to connect with culture, bring people together, and even elevate your everyday life. As...
Apr 7


14 Ways to Improve Your Balkan Recipes at Home in 2025
As someone who has been immersed in Balkan cuisine for years, I know firsthand how rewarding it is to recreate these traditional recipes...
Apr 7


Paws on Parade: Welcome Home to La Grange, Illinois – A Documentary Featuring Balkan Bakery
When we first heard about the upcoming documentary, Paws on Parade: Welcome Home to La Grange, Illinois , we couldn’t contain our...
Mar 25


From Kosovo to Chicago: The Inspiring Journey of Balkan Bakery’s Founder, Olja Igic
At Balkan Bakery, every bite tells a story. Behind the warm, flaky burek and the decadent slices of Kinder cake lies a story of...
Mar 24


10 Best Balkan Bakery Foods in Chicago (2025)
As the proud owner of Balkan Bakery, I’ve had the privilege of sharing the rich flavors of our heritage with the Chicago community....
Mar 24


How to Craft Balkan Food in the Traditional Way (2025)
When I think about the heart and soul of Balkan food, I’m instantly transported back to my childhood memories of my grandmother’s kitchen...
Mar 17


Balkan Food in 2025: 13 Fascinating Facts You Need to Know
As someone who has grown up surrounded by the rich aromas and flavors of Balkan cuisine, I have always been fascinated by the stories,...
Mar 10
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