@@NaickKim Well A year lease to start, then who knows? I hope so, I love the place and access to the rest of Europe and the US has gotten so lonely and people very segregated into quiet family units. Everything for Convenience and higher profits. $25 for just a haircut here most places.
That's a great place for a family life. Have you been in touch with some US people living in Novi Sad? Hope your kid isn't too stressed about moving. At least she's moving to a beautiful town. 😊
@@HelerifiKtion Daughter loves it here, she doesn't want to go back to the US. She's a little frustrated with so many kids she can't speak to, but some she can and there are lots of expats here if you go to the FB Novi Sad group. Lots of people to meet and get help there
I quite impressed with your stay in Belgrade, your food and restaurant choices, splav renting an overall research. I'm looking forward for new videos. Thank you for promoting Serbia. Enjoy!
@@NaickKim It is so disappointing when I see foreigners buy McDonalds, KFC or Pizza when they come to Serbia. Or when they limit their stay in Belgrade just to the city center... You are definitely experienced travelers. May be I will rent a splav soon. 😁 I have never been to Belgium, but I know you have the best chocolate and pastry in the world.
@@yudzin88 Belgium also has the best beers in the world! Sorry had to point that out 😁 We enjoy having the typical local experiences, so that's what we try to seek out. Although we enjoy the occasional Mcdonalds too, when we fancy something familiar. But who needs Mcdonalds when you've got Cevapi and leskovac rostilj?
@@NaickKim That's what I'm talking about. McDonald's is safe, standardized and pretty much the same all around the world. But that is no near to our barbecue, especially in Leskovac festival where meat is really on another level. So it is crazy when some foreigners come and not even try it. We also have many other food festivals like bacon's, cabbages, stews, sausages. Oh, I am really no beer expert, but If you can recommend one Belgian lager beer I promise I will give it a try as soon as possible? 😁
@@СтефанТвртко The Turkish eat port, some Muslims choose to abstain. Turkey due to the tourism and wanting to join the EU is actually a very liberal country. The ottoman actually believed in democratic rule they were one of the first large empires to do so. In fact countary to many nationalists beliefs Muslims actually were the first to implement a modern form of democracy, with the Greeks kind of having democracy. They could very well have had pork recipes. It is all upto the interpretation and liberalisation of the Qu-ran at the time.
@@Mu7eD-StreamThey were certainly not invited to Serbia, they were invaders, who stayed for five centuries. It's doubtful that the Ottomans ate pork in the15th century, or even later...
@@ljiljanamutavdzic7996 1) No one said they were invited, this is not important. Invited or not they came on the land and brought their food with them as a result. Serbia has very little what could actually be considered a national dish. The food in general is very low in quality both in production and quality. All the pies are Turkish, kebabs Turkish, beans(pasul) American, Goulash Hungarian. The only real one would be Cevapi and history actually credits this to the Bosnian. 2) The Ottoman army definitely ate Pork. Whilst Ottoman were predominately Muslim they were actually the first civilisation to practice the freedom of religion and non-muslims within their ranks were perfectly free to do so. If this wasn't the case The Ottoman would have had zero need to ban American Pork Imports in the 1880's as it angered local farmers! 3) To clarify my comment also said Turkish and not Ottoman. This however is irrelevant as for some reasons non-Muslims cannot understand that Muslim nations are not all as strict as Afghanistan and more reflect their Christian counterparts in terms of liberalism, you have been fed lies. I think you should drop your preconceived Facebook information and actually go and study instead of blindly commenting.
Thank you for your positive opinion and for revealing the truth about Serbia after decades of lies and discredit that has been circulating around the world. We are proud, friendly, ancient people who have given this world more than you can imagine. In breaking through the barriers and lies that are circulating, I would ask all brave foreign friends to deal with Serbian history, but with the right that is forbidden to us due to decades of occupation. Then you will be surprised (more than you can imagine) and you will not believe how important Serbia is for this civilization (or where the seed of this civilization is) I think it is very important to change the image of Serbia and the truth finally came to light. Thanks again.
Thanks a lot Naick & Kim for visiting Serbia and trying Serbian specialities. Merci beaucoup d'avoir visité la Serbie et d'avoir essayé nos spécialités. Another girl commented here that those specialities come "from neighboring countries". Actually there are similar specialties in neighboring countries, but they are called differently, and have a slightly different taste. What you tried in Serbia is really specific to our country. Karadjordjeva šnicla, mućkalica, mixed meat ćevapčići (porc & beaf meat) are typically our ćevapčići.
Guys, I watched all of your videos from Serbia and I’m really happy you present my country and especially my hometown, Belgrade, in a good light. As I left the country due to political situation, your videos made me feel super nostalgic, especially for Burek and yoghurt from Trpkovic bakery. 😀
Ive been here the last year, there is no political situation here that would cause someone to leave. The country is very calm and peaceful, law enforcement is not overbearing and leaves you alone. If you left because the wages were too low then you should just say so. This is why many Serbs work in Switzerland and Germany. Furthermore it is not a sign of a man to leave because of an issue a man faces it.
@@NaickKim Beef noodles are not difficult to cook, you can replace Chinese ingredients with the spices you can find there, and try to make it! I would like to exchange beef noodles for the food in this video! 👍😃👌
Kajmak is fat colected from on top of boiled/cooked raw milk. If you get milk from farmer and not from factory, it has fat in it and it floats to the top while cooking/boiling. Then it is scraped, cooled and the usually salted and left to breath for few days, although I like it with sugar instead of salt.
@@NaickKim nor me that spare ribs in Ghent are that tasty. If you not been there I recommend it. Mozzart in Ghent. you should try beans with sausage or with smoked/cooked ham (kolenica or butkica in serbian)
You guys are right to the point! You chose exactly the best food, Leskovačka mućkalica, ćevapi, burek... the only thing you missed is cheese pie or GIBANICA or sometimes called PITA SA SIROM. It is not Burek, I really hope you will see it in one of the restaurants. Enjoy!
Wow, that's really interesting, such a diverse cuisine. Knödel as a dessert is completely mind-blowing, hard to think of potato as an ingredient of a sweet dish. And that "schnitzel" dish reminded me a lot of "kotleta po-kievski". That cheesy-greasy bread looks like a variation of khachapuri. The cuisine seems to be a wonderful mix of everything from everywhere, although I'm sure all of this was invented locally. Thanks a lot for the video!
Yes, we were really surprised by it as well. Potato dessert doesn't sound appetizing at all haha. So many dishes are indeed sort of similar around the world. Think of ravioli, polish pelmini and dumplings in all countries east of Germany. We immediately thought of Khachapuri as well, the food from the gods haha.
Yeah a lot of the food is mixed or borrowed, Knödel as you say is from Hungary gomboc with plum originally but can be stuffed with anything sweet. Schnitzel was made when a famous chef did not have all ingredients for kievski kotlet for president Tito's daughter, so he came up with his version. Bread does look like khachapuri, although the main thing that gives it flavour is fat that is collected during roasting.
Serbian cuisine is something like a great mix of Turkish, Austro-Hungarian and Balkan cuisine. You can find similar dishes all around the Balkans but prepared in a local way. I will argue that Serbian grill is one of the best in the world.
@@NenadNikolic Many foods are borrowed from all over the world. Pasta is very typically associated with Italian, but it is thought to have originated in China. Same with pizza. Oh we just love khachapuri!
Some pronunciations were off (which is understandable), but the things that matter is that you have researched really well, made a stellar selection of places and dishes, presented them with passion, and showed appreciation for the place you visited. Respect!
Thanks again Naick & Kim. Just to clarify something about the comments of Mila Perković here: it is really sad there are still people like her in the Balkans, full of hate and jealousy. She is actually desperately trying to explain you that what you tasted is actually not a Serbian speciality, which is of course wrong. As it was explained here by others and myself, the food in the Balkans are similar but there are still slight differences. The best for you would be to visit all the neighboring countries and judge by your self.
Thanks Bojan. We really enjoyed the food in Serbia and while there are similarities to for example Croatia, we do feel there is a difference. We are open for discussion and different opinions, as it can bring more insight and a diverse view. We don't tolerate any messages spreading hate.
Could you please name the restaurants you went. I’m going to Serbia this month and simply loved this video. I’m looking forward to tasting all this delicious food. x
I am really impressed by some fun facts and complementary informationen that you have included in the video! You did your research well! You seem also like a transparent and fun couple, enjoying life 🌞😁 wish you all the best in the future 🍀
Mouthwatering culinary heaven! I don't eat too much red meat but I would definitely there. Everything looks so appetizing. I love Ajvar. That's easy to get here. The desserts look so yummy too. 🤤
good god guys I have been folloving you for a few years and loved it all....that said with all your european adventures I always come back and re watch your balkan episodes......I was borne in Zagreb in 68 but went to Amsterdam when I was 18,,,,,zo Ik spreek Nederlands en all dat...........still your Canadian adventure is great as well....one question thou ,after all this years of fishing beside the road have you ever catch any fish,,,,or bears for that matter....LOL
Awesome! Thank you! We only started fishing about 3 months ago 😃 We have been catching tasty fish very recently 🥰 In our latest episode, that was just posted we caught some salmonnnn
You really pinned down some of the best dishes, congrats! "Prebranaz" is fabulous for those who like beans. Good quality aivar is only for those with refined palates. Corn bread is had with cheese, kaymak or aivar, or all the three. Pekara Trpkovski - yes! Ferdinand knedle - yes! There are so many very good restaurants and kafanas, hundreds of them. I would also reccomend AмБar ат Beton-hala, you can take the option of being served different (small amount) dishes until you are full and cannot take any more. I am also sure that you could love "pechenie" - fresh roasted piglet. Do not forget "pechene paprike with beli look" - grilled peppers with garlic as salad/side dish. Some of the best sweets are "sitni kolachi" in a good bakery or a sweets shop, maybe "Moscow hotel" cafe. Fish specialties in one of Zemun kafanas on terraces along the Danube. You could carry on for months on end every day trying out fantastic food.
THATS IT ! I am nominating you two for the AMBASADORS of Serbian cuisine ! :) Anyhow, when you get to Turkey, it would be cool if you could find and compare similar Serbian/Turkish dishes. Especially BUREK ;-)
@@NaickKim If you are coming back trough Serbia again, let me know and I will take you out for the BIGGEST KARADJORDJEVA IN SERBIA . As for the burek thingy I am not part of Serbian government, but if this video gets shared enough times, WHO KNOWS! :) But for reals guys: most youtubers show burek, pljeskavica and MAYBE some BBQ. You KILLED IT ! 3:) Only thing that I could say that you missed is TUFAHIJA (its boiled apple with nuts and cream on top) , but try to find it in Turkey. BONNE VOYAGE !
@@BrankoKostic1 Thanks Branko! We also tried to get sarma, but the restaurants we tried didn't have it available even though it was on the menu. Now, you've got my interest with the biggest karadjordeva haha. How big are we talking? They had the apple at the last restaurant, but we were just soooo full haha.
@@NaickKim 1.For sarma you have to go to a restaurant that has it all the time on a standard meny, because its not standard restaurant food. We cook it 5-6H ! It can be reheated, but that's not IT. :) Try to find it in Turkey! We have meat and non meat option. Don't know if they have both in Turkey. But THE BEST sarma is HOME COOKED in Serbia, for our celebrations (like SLAVA) . No restaurant can match that ! 2. Karadjordjeva that I am talking about is 42cm! Pork version. Or chicken version. Its double long what you ate in video. AND THICKER ! :) Dou you feel TEMPTED? 3:)
Oh yes it is hard indeed haha. Would love to hear the hybrid Russian Indian accent 😁😁 Is it like an Indian mobster or more of a happy Russian? The dumplings are really good. We too liked them most with chocolate 👍 Živeli!
How much i miss Pita sa sirom in the morning and Palacinke...oh so yummy. Dont get that here in Sydney. I did tho see a local shop the other day with a sign saying...Burek yet with the current lockdowns it is closed. Sorting out my finances and once ready, I'm moving to Nis to be with my Mrs...cant wait
@@NaickKim Ajvar is usually made in late automn, however it is a shelf stable product with 2+ years best before use. So most restaurants should have it and you can even buy it in stores. However once opened, it is good for about 2 weeks in fridge.
Actually, Trpkovic bakery was opened in 1905, tho the current family that owns it has been running it for 50 years straight :) The oldest is Aleksic bakery opened in 1885 :)
leskovac has really great pleskavica. some of it i ate drunk, but it was great. belgrade is where you find all the balkan cuisine, but going to leskovac to eat pleskavica would be a great idea. and you would probably see serbia on a different light. na zdravje!
That salad comes unseasoned . Some oil, vinegar and salt is needed. But, you, guys, are Belgian couple, pretty sure that you are familiar with the concept. Fun fact : I had a guests, your compatriots, lady and her two daughters from Antwerp, last evening. Had a dinner at restaurant on a crossing of Knez Mihailova and King's Peter street. Girls were as enthusiastic about food , as you displayed at this attention keeping video. Cheers !!!
Thanks Goran! I think most of the time there is already some oil on the salad, but I could be wrong haha. Oh that's great. How did you meet them? Belgian people really love food. I have a friend from Croatia and he says people in Belgium are always talking about food and when they eat they talk about the next food they will have. Pretty much sums us up 😁😁
If you love wine, and I guess you do, you should go to Sremski Karlovci. (small city next to the Danube river in the North). There you can taste one of the best wines in the world, and for example, also the wine that was served on Titanic. There are several famous wine cellars there, and you can also do the wine tasting. Geniet er van!
Čevapi aremost served with flat bread and onions but not with mustard (senf in balkan) . Ajvar is the thing that goes with chevapi. Ajvar is from Macedonia, but we are all making and eating it. Ajvar is made from pepper, mostly baked firtst,then minced with baked eggplant, garlic and chilly. Then you put it to cook with oil, salt, vinegar....for two hours. Then you put it in jars and enjoy winter.
Pepper we used to bake for ajvar is called here ROG PAPRIKA. When you bake that pepper, cleant it and when ic cooled put in it diced garlic, salt, oil and red wine vinegar and leave it in fridge over night. Best sallad. For me.
We asked the lady at the shop what she would recommend and she told us mustard and onion haha. Maybe she thought it's what foreigners like or something. Ajvar is really good indeed. We have two jars in our van haha.
@@NaickKim i am making ajvar every jear. Last ime i put jalapeno pepper for heat. If you can buy or try homemade ajvar it will be great. I have to wait september for new round.
And yes, maybe besides the food and if you are interested in it, you can explore some history, since Belgrade is one of the oldest European cities with fantastic stories through the centuries.
So, komplet lepinja... Origins in Uzice, western Serbia and some advices to use... Use only fingers to eat, no forks and knives... and wooooww 590 dinars, little expensive 🥰
Hello, when it comes to food, we have excellent food and top quality, but little is known outside the Balkans, I guess it is somehow not advertised or whatever. But whoever tries it falls in love 😁
@@goransukovic8703 Yes it's what we did haha. About 600RSD for a pot of 500gr. It is really good. Probably the ones you can find in markets that are homemade are even better though.
@@NaickKim Ajvar is not only a spice and addition to the main meal. It can be the main meal also. People often eat it as a whole meal, just ajvar and bread.
1:19 also know as "devojacki san" means "girl's dream". I belive you understand why. :D :D Kara George's schnitzel (Karadjordjeva šnicla) named after the most famous Serbian military leader (Vožd) Karadjordje. Leader of the First Serbian uprising against Ottoman empire 1804- 1813. Turks called him Kara Djordje or Crni Djordje means Black George because he was pretty much "zajeban" :D means tough, cruel and dangerous all toghether. :D He was only 15-16 when he killed first Ottoman soldier. Took a part in Austro-Ottoman wars. Also he killed his step father beause all family was in danger to be found by Turks and killed. Also killed his brother because of rape attempt of a girl. And killed MANY Turks also. :D Died in 1817. Killed by order of knez (prince) Milos Obrenovic the leader of the Second Serbian Uprising against Ottomans in 1815. Also he is a founder of Serbian royal family Karadjordjevic. Karadjordje's monument is in front of St Sava Temple in Belgrade. Glory to Karadjordje! And the schnitzel! :D :D
@@NaickKim hahaha you just say and its done! If you are still in Serbia, I can totally organize something and bring you to try! :) Plus you would make my grandma super super happy!
If you are talking about condiments for cevapi, you can put whatever you want in it. For example I personally prefer ketchup and onions only. But you can put KAJMAK as well (kajmak is milk fat that gets on the top of the milk when you boil it, but seasoned and very tasty! ) and then you get another serbian specialty CEVAPI NA KAJMAKU (cevapi on/with kajmak) , in which case you mostly don't put anything else on it.
Corn bread sounds American lol but it is very Serbian too but not sweet, and especially kachamak (a type of polenta made with cornmeal). Hot pepper vinaigrette is also typical Serbian.
"Pedro, stop watching this Serbia series, you decided to visit Romania next!..." Have you found similarities on serbian food comparared to what you've eaten in Bucarest/Brasov?
Pedro, que haces? Parra amigo! Ahora mismo! Both countries are really great. There are a bunch of similarities since they have been influenced by similar cultures. We ate the sarma in Romania (called sarmale there) and it's also very popular here, we just couldn't find it when we did the tour. Mostly eaten in winter apparently. Also very reliant on grilled meats like the Mici in Romania and Cevapi in Serbia. There are of course many differences too.
Burned meats are the most common dish from Croatia thru the Balkans to Greece and Turkey where it seems to have originated. Each country has their own twist but is all comes back to burned meats.
