Culinary Experiences

In preparation for the upcoming holidays, Broken Bones Distillery is hosting the “Is It New Year Already?” experience. In the cozy setting of the distillery, you’ll be introduced to a selection of cocktails, perfect for the festive season. The air will be filled with aromas of ginger, cinnamon, and other spices, blended into cocktails made with Broken Bones’ exceptional spirits.

After a welcome cocktail, enjoy a tasting of selected spirits and cocktails from their special holiday menu. During the experience, you’ll also learn more about Broken Bones Distillery, their spirits, and the cocktails being served.

Location: Broken Bones, Tržaška 132, Ljubljana
Date: 6 November at 19:00, 13 November at 19:00
Price: €30 (10% off during the November Gourmet Ljubljana Festival)
Bookings: [email protected]

Join a tasting of various tequilas and/or mezcals guided by a spirits expert certified by The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) with 20 years of experience. You’ll enjoy at least four 25 ml samples while learning about agave, its production process, different categories of tequila and/or mezcal, as well as interesting facts and myths.

Available Tastings:

• Tequila Tasting: 4 samples – €40 per person
• Mezcal Tasting: 4 samples – €45 per person
• Agave Spirits Tasting: 5 samples of various agave spirits – €50 per person
• Tequila & Mezcal Experience: 5 samples of various tequilas and mezcals paired with a carefully selected snack to enhance the tasting experience and provide an authentic taste of Mexican culture – €75 per person (reservation required 72 hours in advance)

Location: Patrón Tacos & Bar, Gornji trg 23, 1000 Ljubljana
Date: Every Wednesday throughout the festival, at the following time slots: First seating: 5:00–6:00 PM, Second seating: 7:00–8:00 PM
Price: €40-75
Bookings: here

Friday evenings in Ljubljana are best spent starting or ending on the city’s main artery, the Ljubljanica River, which offers a truly special atmosphere after dark. While the riverside terraces are bustling with lively crowds, our floating terrace transforms into a cosy, cushioned boat. On board, you’ll enjoy four craft beers while admiring Ljubljana’s main sights along the river: from its lush green surroundings to the city center with Prešeren Square, the Triple Bridge, Plečnik’s markets, the Dragon Bridge, and the Shoemakers’ Bridge.

Location: boat ride on the Ljubljanica, Ljubljana
Date: 7, 14, 21, 28 November at 19:00
Price: €35 
Bookings: [email protected]

Spend your Thursday evening on a unique experience along the Ljubljanica River. Step aboard a comfortable boat and enjoy a gin tasting as you cruise through the heart of the city. A representative from Broken Bones, Ljubljana’s craft distillery, will introduce you to their work and present five different gins. Two refreshing gin and tonics will also be served. While savoring the tasting, admire Ljubljana’s landmarks, from Plečnik’s iconic architecture and the legendary Dragon Bridge to the city’s beautiful green surroundings.

Location: boat ride on the Ljubljanica, Ljubljana
Date: 6, 13, 20, 27 November at 19:00
Price: €45 (10% off during the festival period. Regular price: €50 per person.)
Bookings: [email protected]

Join R&B Cafe Roasters, a café and roastery, any Saturday between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. for an unforgettable one-hour coffee tasting workshop with this year’s national coffee roasting champion.

Dive into the rich history and varieties of coffee, learn how to distinguish specialty coffee from industrial blends and discover how different processing methods influence flavour.

You’ll taste up to six unique coffee brews and learn to recognise their captivating aromas. The workshop will be held with a minimum of two participants.

Location: Slovenska cesta 47, 1000 Ljubljana
Date: every Saturday in November at 13:00, 14:00 and 15:00
Price: €20 per person
Bookings: via web form