After being sealed off from the outside world for decades and experiencing a mass exodus, Albania is leaning into its culinary roots with the help of grandma chefs. Tefta Pajenga, aged 76, is one of ...

As with many Balkan nations, Albania is a country that is relatively undiscovered by travelers. Not only is the country itself quite off-track, but not many people know about its delicious cuisine!

From left: Waterfront guest bungalows at AgriTourism Huqi, located a half-hour's drive from the capital, Tirana; at Agroturizëm Gjepali, in western Albania, lunch includes lamb shoulder with baked ...

Velca Grill is easing its ethnic Albanian food to the menu so customers won't shy away from dishes they can’t pronounce from a country they need a map to find. “Right now, we don’t have much of the ...

The traditional olive salad at Arber includes kalamatas and scallions, with oranges and lemon slices, lightly tossed in olive oil. Arber Café, situated in a quaint corner storefront at 6955 Gravois in ...

My first day in Albania continued that afternoon with my friend Ani from Balkan Pearls Tour Operator. We made the drive to the village of Surrel, which is located just 20 minutes outside the capital, ...

A virtual talk later this month through the Museum of Food and Drink celebrates Albanian cooks and their dishes. By Florence Fabricant Albanian cuisine — woven from threads of Balkan, Mediterranean ...

Although the Underground Gourmet has dined at countless Albanian restaurants over the years, we haven’t eaten much Albanian food. How, you ask, while drawing air circles with your index finger next to ...

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) - Dua Kafe is a restaurant that almost never existed. "This was his idea," chef Aida Demce said, pointing to her husband Bobian. "At first, I refused. I was too scared." She ...

In 2025, the ultimate travel destination that promises to revolutionize your perception of Mediterranean travel is Albania – ...

A Mediterranean restaurant specializing in Albanian and Kosovan cuisine is planning to open its first New Jersey location in ...

QUINCY – The smells, sounds and tastes of Albania will be on display in Quincy's Kilroy Square on Sunday, Oct. 2, for the first Greater Boston Albanian Festival hosted by restaurateur Leo Keka. Keka, ...