15/10/2026
Great Lithuanian foods to try:
🥔 Cepelinai – large potato dumplings, usually filled with minced meat and served with sour cream and bacon. A true Lithuanian classic.
🌸 Šaltibarščiai – bright pink cold beetroot soup with kefir, cucumber and herbs. Very refreshing, especially in summer.
🥔 Kugelis – a delicious baked potato pudding, often served with bacon and sour cream.
🍰 Šakotis – a spectacular traditional cake cooked over an open flame, often served at celebrations.
🍞 Dark rye bread – an important part of Lithuanian food culture, with a rich, deep flavour.
🥟 Kibinai – baked pastries traditionally filled with meat; especially associated with the town of Trakai.