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Cuisine of Riga for gourmets. Places for dinner - best restaurants
Restaurants in Riga are not distinguished by widest choice of delicious dishes and delicacies. Food here is pretty simple, but it is very nourishing and has its own taste benefits. The menu of each restaurant of national cuisine contains widest choice of soups, either meat and vegetable ones, or sweet. Such ingredients as cereals, potatoes, beans and all kinds of dairy products are widely used in the national cuisine.
While in Riga, fans of shopping usually head to Stockmann department store that was opened in 2003. The four-storey department store has numerous shops of different specialization. Besides … 
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Discovering the architecture of Riga from bird's eye view! Church of St. Peter, National Library of Latvia, Latvian Academy of Sciences, Riga Central Market, Virgin of Anguish Church, all those monuments are defining the image of Riga … Open
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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 in the second half of August as this is the time for catching this fish species.
Riga Cathedral, Latvian National Opera, Freedom Monument, Riga Radio and TV Tower, as well as many others, they all become the world's cultural heritage objects and remain as iconic monuments for Riga … Open
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Latvia produces gorgeous cheese, the variety of which will please even most experienced foodies. Latvian cheese variety is the most famous and unusual. This cheese has become famous thanks to its strong and acrid odor. Many unprepared travelers are turned down and do not want to sample this cheese, but it has a truly amazing taste. Local restaurants offer various sandwiches with Latvian cheese, add it to pasta, or use in various sauces. It is not allowed to export this cheese because of its strong odor as no packing can stop it from spreading. That said, travelers can enjoy this unusual but delicious cheese only during their vacation in Riga.
Tourists, who are familiar with the history of Riga, will surely understand the meaning of the expression "Riga is the city that must be freed all the time". This shopping center, founded by … Open
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Riga and surroundings
Where to go for dinner in Riga: recommended cafe and restaurants
Opulent Arbat
Where: 3 Vagnera, Riga; Telephone: +371 672 14057;
Where: 3 Vagnera, Riga; Telephone: +371 672 14057;
Lido Log House
Where: 76 Krasta, Riga; Telephone: +371 750 4420;
Where: 76 Krasta, Riga; Telephone: +371 750 4420;
Pelmeni XL
Where: 7 Kalku, Riga; Telephone: +371 722 2728;
Where: 7 Kalku, Riga; Telephone: +371 722 2728;
Seasons
Where: 12 Pils, Grand Palace Hotel, Riga; Telephone: +371 6704 4000;
Where: 12 Pils, Grand Palace Hotel, Riga; Telephone: +371 6704 4000;
Tower
Where: 7 Smilsu, Riga; Telephone: +371 721 6155;
Where: 7 Smilsu, Riga; Telephone: +371 721 6155;
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Travel notes on best cuisine and restaurants of Riga (Latvia) on OrangeSmile.com. Famous recipes and traditional dishes and courses in Riga restaurants. Where to eat - our recommendations on popular places in Riga, where you can taste delicious meal and also spend a good time with your friends.
