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Riga
In Riga, travelers can try smoked lamprey fish. This fresh-water fish became a local delicacy many years ago. Lamprey can be cooked in a number of ways, but it becomes incredibly delicious when smoked. This fish has become a widely spread cold appetizer, so travelers will easily find it in virtually any local restaurant. It is also possible to buy smoked lamprey in local markets. There is even a special holiday dedicated to the ever popular Riga’s delicacy – the Lamprey Day. It is celebrated … Read more 
Jurmala
Fish, seafood, cereals, beans, peas, potatoes, milk, and vegetables occupy an important place in the cuisine of Jurmala. The love of local chefs for combining poorly compatible ingredients in one dish is interesting. For example, you can order Bubert dessert in any city restaurant. It is made from semolina, whipped cream, nuts, and cranberry sauce. The result is excellent despite such incompatible ingredients. If you like the first courses, you should taste beer soup with dried fruits. Rhubarb … Read more
Liepaja
The traditional cuisine of Liepaja is very simple and hearty, dozens of interesting dishes are prepared here from the most affordable and well-known products. Local residents have always paid great attention to ecological safety so local products are not only incredibly tasty but also very healthy. They prepare a lot of interesting fish and seafood dishes, at the markets and gastronomic shops, you can buy seasonal vegetables and fruits from local ecological farms. One of the main gastronomic … Read more
Ventspils
The cuisine of Ventspils is quite simple. It is mostly deprived of sophisticated and fancy delicacies. Many popular regional dishes have long become internationally famous. Local restaurants offer many nutritious dishes with chicken and pork. Potato is the most typical garnish to meat. It can be simply boiled or roasted. Garnishes with rice and vegetables are also very popular in the city. Local people like pasta, so it has already become typical everyday food in Ventspils. That is the … Read more
