1. Wine Trophy Competition
Balkan wines evaluated by leading experts worldwide. The Open Balkan Wine Trophy competition sees a panel of expert judges evaluate wines from the Open Balkan countries according to stringent international standards, giving due recognition to the ever-growing quality of Balkan wines.
2. Celebrating the Ancient Craft – Honoring Tradition
The craft of making the traditional fruit-based spirit, rakija – a practice which is included on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list – is celebrated by the Open Balkan Rakija Trophy, bringing this treasured spirit to the world stage.
3. Chef Culinary Challenge
Astonishing diversity of Balkan cuisine vision. Encompassing everything from the mountains to the sea, Balkan cuisine is astonishingly diverse and places great importance on freshly-grown ingredients. Keeping food traditions alive, the fair also features top chefs and experts.
4. Time & Place for New Trade Opportunities
An exciting chance for professional buyers to explore new trade opportunities. B2B meetings, presentations, and tasting sessions will be geared towards representatives from the retail and hospitality industries, importers, and distributors.
5. Master Class Sessions
Opportunity to learn from a new class of mastery. An opportunity to explore a range of specialist subjects. Through a program of masterclasses and workshops, visitors will be guided through the fascinating world of wine, spirits, and gastronomy by seasoned experts, sommeliers, and chefs.
