The Wine Culture of Bosnia and Herzegovina
An Englishman in the Balkans
01/04/24
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Welcome to An Englishman in the Balkans, the podcast where I, David, share my experiences of life in Bosnia and Herzegovina as a British expat.
Join me as I explore the culture, history, food, and everyday life in this fascinating country. From hidden travel gems and local traditions to expat life insights, each episode offers a first-hand perspective on what it’s like to live, travel, and immerse yourself in the Balkans.
Whether you’re curious about Bosnia, planning a visit, or considering moving abroad, this podcast is your guide to discovering the authentic side of the region, through engaging stories, interviews, and personal reflections.
📌 New episodes every week. Subscribe now and explore Bosnia with me!
In this episode I chat with Bela Dominković, a Swiss wine expert now residing in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
We talk about the unique wine culture of Bosnia and Herzegovina, the country's potential for wine tourism, the unique characteristics of Bosnian wines, and the challenges faced by local winemakers.
Bela, an experienced sommelier and food & wine pairing expert, shares her knowledge about the local wine scene and her ambition for Bosnia and Herzegovina to become recognised as a quality boutique wine area on the global stage.
Thank you for tuning in to An Englishman in the Balkans. I hope you enjoyed today’s episode and that it gave you a little more insight into life and culture here in this fascinating part of the world.
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I’d also love to hear from you!
Feel free to reach out with any questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes.
You can send comments, thoughts and suggestions to: questions@anenglishmaninthebalkans.com I reply to every mail!
Until next time, take care, and as always, Hvala for listening.
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Previous Episode
Exploring Travnik: The Heartbeat of Bosnia and Herzegovina
December 28, 2023
•19m
This episode is about David's adventure to Travnik, a charming town in central Bosnia and Herzegovina.
With the assistance of local guide Ben, David unveils the rich history, mouth-watering cuisine, captivating architecture and stunning nature of Travnik.
Highlighting the efforts of passionate locals, this episode explores Travnik's potential as a top tourist destination.
Discover unique experiences such as sheep shearing, taking a swing on an Instagram-famous spot, cherishing the view from a medieval fortress and grinding coffee in a traditional mill.
David reveals the magic of Travnik by sharing interesting details, local tips and anecdotal insight.
This episode concludes with David's thoughts on his journey, the people met, and the culinary delights tasted.
00:00 Introduction and Journey to Travnik
00:59 Travel Tips for Bus Journey in Bosnia
01:46 Experiencing the Scenic Bus Route
03:53 Arrival in Travnik and Meeting with Ben
05:16 Exploring the Natural Wonders of Travnik
06:01 Buying Vlasic Cheese and Witnessing Sheep Shearing
08:05 Guided Tour of Travnik
13:59 Reflections and Departure from Travnik
17:07 Conclusion and Looking Forward to Future Travels
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Making Sourdough in Bosnia
January 11, 2024
•23m
Welcome to An Englishman in the Balkans, the podcast where I, David, share my experiences of life in Bosnia and Herzegovina as a British expat.
Join me as I explore the culture, history, food, and everyday life in this fascinating country. From hidden travel gems and local traditions to expat life insights, each episode offers a first-hand perspective on what it’s like to live, travel, and immerse yourself in the Balkans.
Whether you’re curious about Bosnia, planning a visit, or considering moving abroad, this podcast is your guide to discovering the authentic side of the region, through engaging stories, interviews, and personal reflections.
📌 New episodes every week. Subscribe now and explore Bosnia with me!
In this episode Tamara and I talk about Sourdough baking, the different types of yeast used, and our attempts at making sourdough bread and English muffins.
We are both really excited about the process and the rewards of making homemade sourdough bread.
Here's our sourdough journey!
We mentioned Aleksandar Trifunoviċ's Sourdough Instagram account: https://instagram.com/dasampekar
Thank you for tuning in to An Englishman in the Balkans. I hope you enjoyed today’s episode and that it gave you a little more insight into life and culture here in this fascinating part of the world.
If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing to the podcast on your favourite platform so you never miss a new release. And, if you have a moment, a quick rating or review would mean the world. It really helps others discover the show.
For more updates, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments consider Subscribing to My Blog.
I’d also love to hear from you!
Feel free to reach out with any questions, feedback, or ideas for future episodes.
You can send comments, thoughts and suggestions to: questions@anenglishmaninthebalkans.com I reply to every mail!
Until next time, take care, and as always, Hvala for listening.
Enjoying the podcast? If you’d like to support the show and help me continue sharing stories and insights about life here in the Balkans, consider Buying Me a Coffee!
Your support means the world and helps keep the episodes coming.
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