Food, drink, party. Where to go in Bansko

Dec 18, 2013 11 Comments by

Bansko restaurants bars, and clubs change every year in Bansko. The name may be the same but is the food, drink and party atmosphere the same? New owners, chefs, and premises dominate the Bansko scene. It has never been better for going out. Read on to find out what’s happening in Bansko this season. Download […]

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Zehtidjievata Kushta; mehana times

Feb 03, 2013 2 Comments by

Zehtidjievata Kushta may be hard to pronounce, but it’s easy to find. This year when the Bansko restaurant scene has improved, Many new places (click here to see what’s new)  have made it to so much I somehow neglected the old mehanas. These are the traditional Bulgarian restaurants – old style interior and home made local […]

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Restaurants and bars; what’s new for the season?

Dec 20, 2012 25 Comments by

Which Bansko restaurants and bars do you recommend? This is one of the most often frequently asked questions I receive both online and in resort. And this year, more than ever, it’s good to kick off a Bansko stay knowing what is new and where the places are located. So read on for the a […]

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Dedo Kotse, a mehana so fine

Mar 18, 2012 4 Comments by

It was with as much cuation as walking on ice that I agreed to the suggestion of visiting the mehana, Dedo Kotse. Whilst I had heard good reports, I am notoriously fussy when in comes to the oft touted (‘scuse pun) delights of a Banako mehana. But today, I am so enthusiastic about Dedo Kotse […]

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Snow forecast: another treat in store

Mar 11, 2012 2 Comments by

Oh yes, the fresh snow in Bansko has injected yet more excitement into this vintage snow season. I was out again testing freestyle WhiteDot skis in some safe off piste areas. Happy days. There’s no doubt about it, my having joined several group skimania classes my technique has improved no end this season. Taking some […]

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Sushi in Bansko: Turning Japanese

Dec 05, 2011 No Comments by

The Bansko Restaurant scene is like hibernation in reverse. The new bars and restaurants are awakening as the days shorten. Before taking a look at sushi, this last weekend was impressive. Many Greek students in town celebrating their students weekend. So more restaurants, bars, cafes and takeaways opening their doors. When Friday arrives, we will […]

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Beer At Pri Kmeta: The (Good) Beer In Bulgaria – Part II

Sep 06, 2011 2 Comments

With friends, après ski, après Pirin hiking or just after a long day in the office; yes, it’s beer I’m talking about. Beer the key ingredient for a successful Bansko drunch! And here in Bulgaria, the beer is quite good — and I’m investigating here if it can get better. Read on to see if beer […]

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