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Albania is a great destination for foodies. From hearty meat dishes to fresh vegetables and quaffable wines to wash it down with, food is at the heart of the culture. You will never go hungry on Albanian food, that’s for sure. But where do you start? Here’s our guide to traditional Albanian dishes and wine, plus a few recommendations on where to find the best Albanian food. What is Albanian food like? Albanian cuisine is a combination of mediterranean food like fresh salads, vegetables, fish and rice, and hearty meat dishes, homemade breads, soft cheeses and stews. Crucially, Albanians eat seasonally and they’re also incredibly resourceful with their ingredients—aubergine five ways? You got it. Traditional Albanian foods to try during your next visit Tavë Kosi Tavë Kosi is Albania’s national dish. It’s also known as Elbasan Tava after the town it came from. Lamb is mixed into a roux (white sauce) and then topped with a mixture of yoghurt, rice and eggs, and typically seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic and oregano. The yoghurt gives the dish a slightly tangy flavour which compliments the meat. Fërgesë Fërgesë is sometimes referred to as “summer stew” because Albanians like to eat it once it’s cooled and thickened. It’s a tomato sauce-based dish with green peppers, garlic and cottage cheese and usually eaten with homemade bread. Byrek Also known as burek, this dish isn’t exclusive to Albania and can be found widely across the Balkans, each country putting its own spin on it. It’s made with layered filo pastry and most commonly stuffed with cheese and an array of different vegetables or meats. It’s eaten as a breakfast or late evening snack in Albania. You can find this humble dish in bakeries and restaurants across the country. Petulla Petulla is another food found across