ONE OF THE EVENING STANDARDS BEST COOKBOOKS OF 2024

Take a mouth-watering trip to the Balkans and celebrate the spirit of North Macedonia with traditional recipes, joyful stories, and a new generation of dishes.

Founder of London-based delivery service and shop Mystic Burek, Spasia Dinkovski is on a mission to bring the rich flavours and traditions of North Macedonia to the masses. With fresh and innovative recipes for unmissable dishes, Doma playfully experiments with traditional flavours, whilst forging a unique and modern take on the food of this hereto unexplored region. Alongside moreish recipes are poignant food stories from across the country offering a unique snapshot into the region's vibrant culinary and cultural history, and vivid imagery of modern-day North Macedonia. The food of the Balkans features flavours and textures that tantalise every palette - from sweet and salty pickles and crisp salads, to deliciously savoury, flaky pastries, rich winter warmers, and indulgent desserts. Unlock the flavours of this evocative corner of Southeastern Europe with this authentic and contemporary regional cookbook from one of the rising stars of Balkan cooking.

About the Author
Spasia Dinkovski is the London-based chef and founder of Mystic Burek. Launched as a delivery service in July 2020, before expanding to a shop and cafe in September 2023, it is a celebration of second-generation Balkan cooking, inspired by her grandmother's recipes. An experienced chef, having worked for 15 years in professional kitchens, Spasia was voted one of the Observer Food Monthly magazine's "50 things we love in the world of food," and one of London's best pop-ups by Eater magazine. She has had features in The Times, the Telegraph, the Guardian and the Evening Standard.

Reviews
I love everything about Spasia's endeavours, and this book is an ode to the cuisine of north Macedonia, including burek. -- Lulu Grimes * Oliver Magazine *



Book Information
ISBN 9780241636039
Author Spasia Pandora Dinkovski
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint DK
Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Weight(grams) 1112g
Dimensions(mm) 253mm * 196mm * 25mm