You can put away your swimsuits. But not the forks just yet.

The end of summer vacation doesn’t mean the end of exploring Slovenia, spending time outdoors, and, of course, enjoying fine culinary delights. Fall is actually a great time for all three. Temperatures are more pleasant, the towns are a bit quieter, and the Open Kitchen calendar offers more than enough reasons to take a trip, socialize, and share a dish or two.

 

We’ll kick off the fall season on Saturday, August 29, in Koper, where we’ll bid farewell to summer in style: with good food, drinks, and the sea right at our fingertips. If you find yourself on the coast at the end of August, you know where to find us—at the renovated Museum Square.

 

On September 12 and 13, FESTIVASIA will take over Pogačarjev trg in Ljubljana. For two days, we’ll swap Ljubljana’s classic culinary map for Asian street food, fragrant spices, and intriguing combinations and flavors. FESTIVASIA is for everyone who loves to explore the world one bite at a time.

 

Next up, on Saturday, September 5, is Slovenj Gradec. The town at the foot of Uršlja gora is perfect for an autumn outing, as you can combine a visit to Open Kitchen with exploring its historic city center, cultural landmarks, and local specialties.

 

October brings two more stops …

See you in Ajdovščina on October 10. The Vipava Valley is especially beautiful in the fall, and the locals know full well that a beautiful view is best accompanied by something delicious to eat. The Odprta kuhna team will bring the latter and serve it up with big smiles.

On October 17, we’ll wrap up our fall tour in Ptuj. Slovenia’s oldest city has plenty to offer, from history and architecture to wine and good food. We’ll make sure you don’t go hungry, and there’ll be plenty of time for everything else before and after lunch.

 

Of course, the team won’t forget the well-known classic - Friday get-togethers at Pogačarjev Trg. Fall at Odprta Kuhna is always magical, and we’re already keeping our fingers crossed for as many sunny Fridays as possible.

Mark all the dates on your calendar, invite your friends, and come hungry.
We’ll take care of the rest.