"Tasty to the Left, Tasty to the Right" in Jēkabpils city and Krustpils side
On August 27 and 28 best cooks of Jēkabpils county on both banks of the Daugava River will be welcoming guests with tastefully set tables. Look for what is different, and you will find what is in common – people who are prepared to open their homes and their hearts to travellers.
Jēkabpils – city that was founded by the Duke of Courland has always been at the crossroad of eras, destinies and multinational culture. It is a start of a trip to discover secrets of the traditional recipes of the Selonia historical land. Further the gourmet route will stretch to the Right bank of the Daugava, where the Krustpils side kindly awaiting. Gourmands will enjoy traditional and delicious dishes from the kitchens of grannies and of noblemen. There will be original homemade products, inspiring life stories, enriching practical skills and knowledge. Take your seat, have a taste and learn about the multifaceted nature of this region. You will be welcomed by people whose lifestyle is based on piety toward traditions, but a view that is focused on the future. Doors will be opened by a homesteads and home producers, starting with bakers and finishing with spice “alchemists”.
9 cafés will be welcoming guests during “Home Café Days” in Jēkabpils city and Krustpils side.
Jēkabpils and Krustpils side interact and resonate with one another. The Daugava River is like a passionate stream with rafters, travellers and immigrants whose heartbeats for century after century have brought to this place people who nurture a unique and multicultural environment. This is seen in cultural and historical objects and in the diversity of religious denominations in the region. Guests can travel from one café to another to enjoy the unrepeatable diversity that is only typical of people and places here.
