Doma - by Spasia Pandora Dinkovski (Hardcover)

About the Book

"The food of the Balkans features flavors and textures that tantalize every palate--from sweet and salty pickles and crisp salads, to deliciously savory, flaky pastries; rich winter warmers; and indulgent desserts. Sharing culinary stories that offer an intimate snapshot of this evocative corner of Southeastern Europe, Doma (meaning 'home') is a celebration of the meeting point between traditional flavors and modern dishes from the Balkan diaspora."--Back cover.

Book Synopsis

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 supper club and delivery service Mystic Borek, Spasia Dinkovski is on a mission to bring the rich flavors and traditions of North Macedonia to the masses. With 80 fresh and innovative recipes for unmissable dishes, Doma playfully experiments with traditional flavors while also forging a unique and modern take on the food of this hereto unexplored region. Alongside many recipes are poignant food stories from across the country offering a unique snapshot into the region's vibrant culinary and cultural history, accompanied by vivid imagery of modern-day North Macedonia. With influences from the former Yugoslavia and Turkey, the food of the Balkans features flavors and textures that tantalize every palate--from sweet and salty pickles and crisp salads to deliciously savory, flaky pastries; rich winter warmers; and indulgent desserts.

Unlock the flavors of this evocative corner of the Mediterranean 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 café 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.