Serbia23 Dec 2024Four holiday spots where tourists are welcomeAs overcrowded European destinations struggle to deal with hordes of travellers, some places not only offer an alternative to mass tourism but actively want you to visit.23 Dec 202418 Apr 2022The Balkans' answer to hummusSimilar to how hummus is viewed in the Arab world, practically every Balkan country claims ajvar – a popular vegetable spread based on roasted red peppers – as its own.18 Apr 20227 Apr 2022The most expensive cheese in the world?This little-known delicacy from Serbia, made with milk believed to slow down the ageing process and boost virility, is the most expensive cheese in the world.7 Apr 202225 Feb 2022The moonshine that tastes like CognacWith a new generation of drinkers coming of age – who are less affected by the Balkan wars of the ‘90s – Serbia’s traditional fruit brandy is making a comeback.25 Feb 202215 Jun 2018The lost capital of the Roman EmpireBeneath the streets of the Sremska Mitrovica, Serbia, lie the ruins of a former capital of the Roman empire.15 Jun 201825 Aug 2017Where every night feels like a FridayThe nightlife in Serbia’s capital has been touted as the best in the Balkans – and these rafts make every night feel like a Friday.25 Aug 201727 Oct 2013Folk songs and Serbian criminalsKafanas – a traditional Serbian mix of English pub and Czech beer hall – are experiencing a renaissance as partygoers grow tired of Belgrade’s increasingly mainstream club scene.27 Oct 201322 Jan 2013Serbia's seductive charmsWhile neighbours Croatia, Hungary and Romania teem with Euro-trippers, intrepid types are veering off- track to discover Serbia's lively and low-budget attractions.22 Jan 20134 Oct 2012A touch of brass in SerbiaEvery year, the streets of the small Serbian village of Guca are filled with the joyous sounds of trumpets and tubas. Join the party in the weird and wonderful world of Balkan Brass.4 Oct 2012...