The last few years have felt a lot like Lucy, Charlie Brown and the ball every time we suggest that things are going to be easy and fun again in terms of travel, tourism and hospitality in Slovenia. It’s been miserable, but now spring’s here and it seems the only thing remaining from the days of lockdowns and QR codes are masks in stores. Summer could even be normal, albeit with war in Europe. But who knows?
So it’s best to seize the day and take advantage of any events and opportunities for company and fun that come along, and what better way to launch into a spring/summer season of enlightened or frantic hedonism than to head to Ljubljana this Friday, March 18, and dive into Open Kitchen with an appetite and friends. The weather Is forecast to be good – 0% rain while the market’s open, and a high of 12°C. Perfect for getting dressed in something nice and adding to the festive nature of the event.
But what is Open Kitchen, and why should you consider making plans for lunch, dinner, supper or a snack if you’ll be in the small, green, perfectly formed, hidden gem, etc Slovenian capital of Ljubljana? Simply put, Open Kitchen brings dozens of stalls selling food and drink for varied budgets and tastes to Pogačarjev trg, the square next to the main market and cathedral, right by the river and Plečnik’s Arcade, not far from all the popular bridges.
It’s easy to find and even easier to enjoy, with all the food and drink coming from local producers and providers. From top restaurants to burgers, Thai food to Lebanese, coffee to craft beer, ice cream to cakes, discerning vegan to ravenous carnivore, day drunk to no-carb fanatic, you’ll find them all at Open Kitchen, along with a cross-section of Ljubljana residents, workers and visitors.
So if you’re in Ljubljana this coming Friday, or any other Friday until the end of summer, just follow your senses to the delicious smells and lively sounds of Open Kitchen, where you’ll have a very good time.
